greenhouse gas
noun
: any of various gaseous compounds (such as carbon dioxide or methane) that absorb infrared radiation, trap heat in the atmosphere, and contribute to the greenhouse effect
Water vapor is an important gas for the study of climate and weather because of its role as a natural greenhouse gas as well as its relationship to clouds and precipitation.—
Mohi Kumar
Mohi KumarScientists now recognize tropospheric ozone—a component of smog—as a greenhouse gas as well as an eye and lung irritant.—Science News
Science NewsWhile it may not be possible to eliminate all greenhouse gas emissions, it is possible to offset some of the emissions that do still occur. Offsetting involves supporting projects that reduce or sequester greenhouse gas emissions in another location.—Tyson Miller
Tyson MillerLivestock emit 14.5 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions each year. Most of that is from cows.—Marley Walker
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Since the food system accounts for 10-30 percent of US greenhouse gas emissions and 34 percent of global emissions, this could reduce total U.S. emissions by 5-14 percent and global emissions by 16 percent.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
As greenhouse gas emissions keep warming our climate, hurricanes and rainfalls are getting more intense.
—Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
But achieving true net zero—a state where greenhouse gas emissions are fully offset—requires more than just ambition.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
The report also notes the company's commitment to sustainability and technology, with investments in digital platforms and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Feb. 2025
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
As greenhouse gas emissions keep warming our climate, hurricanes and rainfalls are getting more intense.
—Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
But achieving true net zero—a state where greenhouse gas emissions are fully offset—requires more than just ambition.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
The report also notes the company's commitment to sustainability and technology, with investments in digital platforms and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Greenhouse gas.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greenhouse%20gas. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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