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Climate Change Mitigation Measures
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Methane Management
Capturing and utilizing methane from landfills and agriculture to prevent its release into the atmosphere. Expected to reduce potent methane emissions affecting climate change.
Geoengineering
Deliberate large-scale intervention in Earth’s natural systems to counteract climate change. Potential impacts include solar radiation management and carbon dioxide removal, but risks and ethical concerns remain.
Climate-Smart Urban Development
Designing cities to be resilient and sustainable, incorporating green spaces and efficient infrastructure. Aims to reduce urban emissions and improve quality of life.
Renewable Energy Investment
Funding and development of renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. Expected to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Demand-Side Management
Initiatives and policies to control and reduce energy demand, such as encouraging energy conservation. Expected to lead to reduced energy consumption and emissions.
Electrification of Transportation
Transitioning from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs). Expected to significantly cut transportation emissions, when paired with renewable energy.
Energy Efficiency
Improving energy usage in industries, buildings, appliances, and vehicles to reduce overall consumption. Expected to decrease energy demand and related CO2 emissions.
Sustainable Agriculture
Adopting practices that improve resource efficiency and soil health, like crop rotation and organic farming. Expected to lower greenhouse gas emissions from the agriculture sector.
Afforestation
Planting new forests on lands that historically have not contained forests. Expected to improve carbon sequestration, decrease soil erosion, and improve local air quality.
Nuclear Energy
Using nuclear reactors to generate electricity without CO2 emissions. Expected to provide a large-scale low-carbon energy source, though with concerns about safety and waste.
Carbon Pricing
Putting a price on carbon emissions to encourage reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Expected to drive innovation and transition to renewable energy sources.
Public Transportation Expansion
Investing in efficient public transportation systems to reduce private vehicle use. Expected to cut down on traffic congestion and transportation sector emissions.
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