Greenhouse Gases Flashcards
1
Q
Define carbon footprint
A
Total amount of co2 and other greenhouse gases emitted over the full life cycle of a product, service or event
2
Q
How to reduce co2 emissions
A
Insulating our homes
- turning down the heating
- public transport
3
Q
Issues with reducing co2 emissions
A
- most solutions are expensive
- can be inconvenient
4
Q
How to reduce methane
A
Eat less beef and dairy products
Or
Trapping methane and burning it to produce electricity
= costs money
