Ever Wonder What Are GHGs and How They Drive Global Warming?
Tauseef Akhtar CEM?, CAP??
GRI Reporting Professional | GHG Protocol Carbon Accounting Expert | Top Corporate Sustainability Voice | Sustainoprenuer | Sustainability Consultant | ISO 50001 Energy Management Advisor | Business Development Director
The term GHGs (Greenhouse Gases) often pops up in discussions about climate change. But what exactly are they, and how do they contribute to global warming? Let’s break it down.
?? Understanding Greenhouse Gases (GHGs)
GHGs are gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, creating a "greenhouse effect." This effect is essential for life as it keeps our planet warm. However, excessive GHG emissions have led to global warming.
?? Key GHGs:
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2): Produced by burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and cement production. ?? Fact: CO2 levels have increased by over 50% since the pre-industrial era.
- Methane (CH4): Emitted from agriculture (e.g., livestock digestion), landfills, and fossil fuel extraction. ?? Fact: Methane is 28-36x more potent than CO2 over 100 years.
- Nitrous Oxide (N2O): Released from agricultural practices and industrial activities. ?? Fact: It has 300x the warming potential of CO2 per molecule.
- Fluorinated Gases (F-gases): Synthetic gases used in industrial applications, including refrigeration. ?? Fact: These gases have a high global warming potential (GWP) but exist in smaller quantities.
??? How GHGs Cause Global Warming
- GHGs absorb infrared radiation from the Earth's surface and trap heat.
- Excessive GHG emissions amplify this effect, leading to rising global temperatures.
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?? The Impact
?? Global Temperature Rise: Average global temperatures have risen by 1.1°C since the late 19th century.
?? Rising Sea Levels: The rate of sea-level rise has more than doubled in the last two decades.
?? Extreme Weather Events: Increasing intensity of droughts, floods, and hurricanes.
?? What Can Be Done?
- Transition to renewable energy sources.
- Invest in carbon capture and storage technologies.
- Implement energy efficiency measures in industries and homes.
?? Fact: If we reduce GHG emissions by 45% by 2030, we can limit global warming to 1.5°C, as per the IPCC report.
?? Your Role in Tackling GHG Emissions
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