"Climate change mitigation is action to limit climate change by reducing emissions of greenhouse gases or removing those gases from the atmosphere." (Quote: The recent rise in global average temperature is mostly due to emissions from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.)
Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Climate Change: The ongoing global phenomenon of rising temperatures caused by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
Greenhouse Gases: These are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and cause warming, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.
Renewable Energy: Sources of energy that do not deplete natural resources, such as solar, wind, geothermal, and hydropower.
Carbon Footprint: The amount of greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, organization, or activity.
Energy Efficiency: The practice of reducing energy waste by using more efficient technologies and behavior changes.
Sustainable Agriculture: A farming system that incorporates ecological principles, such as reducing pesticide use and soil conservation.
Water Conservation: The practice of using water wisely to reduce waste and protect natural resources.
Circular Economy: An economic system that aims to minimize waste and maximize resources by recycling and reusing products.
Climate Resilience: The ability of communities to adapt and respond to the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events.
Sustainable Transport: Modes of transportation, such as biking, walking, and public transit, that reduce emissions and promote healthy living.
Corporate Social Responsibility: The ethical and social responsibility corporations have to reduce negative impacts on the environment and society.
Climate Policy: Government plans and regulations designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable development.
Environmental Justice: Advocating for fair and equitable access to environmental resources and protection for all communities, especially marginalized populations.
Biodiversity: The variety of life on Earth, including plants, animals, and ecosystems, and the interdependence between species.
Climate Science: The scientific study of the Earth’s climate system and the effects of human activities on the environment.
Renewable Energy Systems: Renewable Energy Systems refer to sustainable sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass, that harness natural resources to produce clean and emissions-free power, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating climate change impacts.
Energy Efficiency Measures: Energy efficiency measures refer to various strategies and initiatives implemented to reduce energy consumption and wastage, thereby minimizing the environmental impact of energy use and promoting sustainability.
Sustainable Transport: Sustainable transport refers to the promotion and utilization of environmentally friendly modes of transportation, such as public transit, cycling, and walking, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance overall sustainability.
Sustainable Agriculture: Sustainable agriculture refers to the practice of using methods that prioritize environmental conservation, promote biodiversity, enhance soil health, and ensure food security for future generations.
Green Buildings: Green Buildings refer to sustainable and energy-efficient structures that minimize their environmental impact by incorporating efficient design, materials, and systems.
Sustainable Water Management: Sustainable Water Management involves the responsible planning, allocation, and conservation of water resources to ensure long-term environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
Waste Reduction and Recycling: Waste reduction and recycling involves minimizing waste generation and reusing materials to mitigate environmental impacts and promote sustainable resource management.
Low-Carbon Industries: Low-carbon industries refer to economic sectors that employ processes, technologies, and practices with minimal greenhouse gas emissions, enabling the transition to a more sustainable and climate-friendly economy.
Carbon Capture and Storage: Carbon Capture and Storage is a process that involves capturing carbon dioxide emissions from various sources, such as power plants or industrial facilities, and storing them deep underground to mitigate climate change effects.
Afforestation and Reforestation: Afforestation is the intentional planting of trees and establishment of forests in areas devoid of trees, aiming to combat deforestation and increase carbon sequestration, while reforestation refers to the restoration of forests on lands that have been partially or entirely deforested.
Conservation and Restoration of Natural Ecosystems: Conservation and restoration of natural ecosystems involve protecting, rehabilitating, and managing ecological systems to preserve biodiversity, enhance resilience, and mitigate climate change impacts.
Low-Carbon Livelihoods: Low-Carbon Livelihoods refers to sustainable economic activities and lifestyles that minimize carbon emissions and promote the transition to a low-carbon society.
Education and Awareness Raising: Education and awareness raising in the context of Environmental studies and forestry and Climate Action involves spreading knowledge and promoting understanding of environmental issues and their solutions to empower individuals and communities to take positive actions towards sustainability.
Policy, Governance, and Finance: Policy, governance, and finance in the context of environmental studies and forestry and climate action refer to the development and implementation of regulations, the establishment and management of institutions, and the mobilization and allocation of funds to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices.
Climate Adaptation Measures.: Climate Adaptation Measures are actions taken to reduce vulnerability and build resilience in ecosystems and communities against the impacts of climate change such as rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and sea level rise.
"The recent rise in global average temperature is mostly due to emissions from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas." (Quote: The recent rise in global average temperature is mostly due to emissions from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.)
"Mitigation can reduce emissions by transitioning to sustainable energy sources, conserving energy, and increasing efficiency." (Quote: Mitigation can reduce emissions by transitioning to sustainable energy sources, conserving energy, and increasing efficiency.)
"It is possible to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere by enlarging forests, restoring wetlands, and using other natural and technical processes." (Quote: It is possible to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere by enlarging forests, restoring wetlands, and using other natural and technical processes.)
"Solar energy and wind power have the greatest potential for mitigation at the lowest cost compared to a range of other options." (Quote: Solar energy and wind power have the greatest potential for mitigation at the lowest cost compared to a range of other options.)
"But it is possible to deal with this through energy storage and improved electrical grids. These include long-distance electricity transmission, demand management, and diversification of renewables." (Quote: But it is possible to deal with this through energy storage and improved electrical grids. These include long-distance electricity transmission, demand management, and diversification of renewables.)
"If the electricity comes from renewable sources instead of fossil fuels this will reduce emissions. Using heat pumps and electric vehicles can improve energy efficiency." (Quote: If the electricity comes from renewable sources instead of fossil fuels this will reduce emissions. Using heat pumps and electric vehicles can improve energy efficiency.)
"It is possible to cut emissions from agriculture by reducing food waste, switching to a more plant-based diet, by protecting ecosystems and by improving farming processes." (Quote: It is possible to cut emissions from agriculture by reducing food waste, switching to a more plant-based diet, by protecting ecosystems, and by improving farming processes.)
"Changing energy sources, industrial processes, and farming methods can reduce emissions. So can changes in the demand, for instance in diets or the way we build and travel in cities." (Quote: Changing energy sources, industrial processes, and farming methods can reduce emissions. So can changes in the demand, for instance in diets or the way we build and travel in cities.)
"Climate change mitigation policies include: carbon pricing by carbon taxes and carbon emission trading, easing regulations for renewable energy deployment, reductions of fossil fuel subsidies, and divestment from fossil fuels, and subsidies for clean energy." (Quote: Climate change mitigation policies include: carbon pricing by carbon taxes and carbon emission trading, easing regulations for renewable energy deployment, reductions of fossil fuel subsidies, and divestment from fossil fuels, and subsidies for clean energy.)
"Current policies are estimated to produce global warming of about 2.7 °C by 2100." (Quote: Current policies are estimated to produce global warming of about 2.7 °C by 2100.)
"The 2015 Paris Agreement's goal is to limit global warming to well below 2 °C and preferably to 1.5 °C." (Quote: This warming is significantly above the 2015 Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to well below 2 °C and preferably to 1.5 °C.)
"Globally, limiting warming to 2 °C may result in higher economic benefits than economic costs." (Quote: Globally, limiting warming to 2 °C may result in higher economic benefits than economic costs.)