Carbon Dioxide Emissions PDF
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This document provides an overview of carbon dioxide emissions, their sources, and the significant amount of carbon stored in the world's soils. It also highlights the differences in concerns regarding carbon reduction between rich and poor countries.
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Carbon dioxide Emissions Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement(during the chemical breakdown of limestone). They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring(Burning of exces...
Carbon dioxide Emissions Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement(during the chemical breakdown of limestone). They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring(Burning of excess gas during oil extraction). Human Emission Of Carbon Dioxide Human emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) primarily result from the burning of fossil fuels for energy, transportation, and industrial processes. Key sources include: 1\. Electricity Generation: Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas are burned to produce electricity. 2\. Transportation: Cars, trucks, ships, and airplanes rely heavily on gasoline and diesel. 3\. Industry: Manufacturing processes, especially in cement and steel production, emit significant CO2. 4\. Residential Heating: Natural gas and heating oil used for home heating also contribute. How Much Carbon in The Ground? With around 1 500 billion tonnes of carbon found in the organic matter in soil worldwide, soils are the second largest active store of carbon after the oceans (40 000 billion tonnes). There is more carbon stored in soil than in the atmosphere (760 billion tonnes) and in vegetation (560 billion tonnes) combined. Globally, soils store an estimated 2,700 gigatons (Gt) of carbon, with 1,550 Gt being organic and 950 Gt being inorganic(The ISME Journal). This is significantly larger than the amount of carbon currently in the atmosphere (800 Gt) and far surpasses the amount in all living organisms combined (Earthopics). DIFFERENT CONCERNS BETWEEN THE RICH AND THE POOR COUNTRIES Rich Countries Reducing Carbon Footprint: Focus on cutting emissions through green technologies and policies like carbon taxes.Climate Change Mitigation: Invest in renewable energy and lead global climate agreements. Innovation: Emphasis on clean tech like electric vehicles and solar power. Public and Corporate Pressure: Increasing demand for sustainable practices.
