Humans Influence On Carbon Cycle Flashcards

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Regional and national (4)

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Gov reduce reliance on FF for heating and powering homes by increasing availability of renewable energy sources
Afforestation
Increase sustainability of developments = more green space
Gov invest in CCS

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Individual (2)

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People choose to use cars less + buy more fuel efficient cars
Make homes more energy efficient = double glazing, insulation

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Global (3)

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Countries work together = international agreements control GHG emissions
Carbon trading schemes = limit on emissions
If you produce less you can sell extra credits or if you produce more you have to purchase more credits

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International agreements + dates (2)

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Kyoto protocol = 1997
Paris agreement = 2015

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