Climate Change and Mitigation

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for human-induced climate change, contributing approximately 64% of the total greenhouse effect.

Global Warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Transportation is the largest contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for approximately 24% of total emissions.

Agricultural expansion, particularly for crops such as soybeans and palm oil, is the primary cause of deforestation in tropical regions.

Solar Photovoltaics (PV) has experienced the most rapid growth in recent years, with a global installed capacity of over 700 gigawatts.

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) involves capturing carbon dioxide from industrial processes or directly from the atmosphere and storing it underground.

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) that aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels.

Mitigation refers to the process of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from existing sources, such as by improving energy efficiency, switching to renewable energy sources, and reducing deforestation.

China is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world, accounting for approximately 28% of global emissions.

Adaptation refers to the process of adjusting to the impacts of climate change, such as by building sea walls to protect against rising sea levels or developing drought-resistant crops.

Methane (CH4) has a global warming potential 25 times higher than carbon dioxide (CO2) over a 100-year period.

Geoengineering refers to the process of using technology to modify the Earth's climate system, such as by injecting aerosols into the stratosphere to reflect sunlight.

Agriculture is the most vulnerable sector to the impacts of climate change, as it is highly dependent on weather conditions and water availability.

Carbon Pricing refers to the process of putting a price on carbon emissions, either through a carbon tax or a cap-and-trade system.

Solar Photovoltaics (PV) is expected to play a significant role in the transition to a low-carbon economy due to its declining costs and increasing efficiency.