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CO2 emission and Electricity Generation

Carbon emissions are a major contributor to climate change. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas emitted through human activities, electricity generation being an integral part.

Combustion of fossil fuels for energy and transportation is the main human activity that emits CO2, although certain industrial processes also emit CO2.

Electricity is one of the most significant sources of energy in the United States and is used to power homes and industries. The combustion of fossil fuels to generate electricity is the largest single source of CO2 emissions, accounting for about 40 percent of total U.S. CO2 emissions and 33 percent of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions in 2009. Emission of CO2 depends on the type of fossil fuel used to generate electricity. Burning coal produces more CO2 than oil or natural gas used in generating electricity. These emissions are highly dangerous and can lead to smog, acid rain and haze.

There are many other ways to generate electricity without promoting carbon emission. These methods are referred to as eco-friendly energy generation. It is a broad term that encompasses a range of renewable energy sources including sunlight, wind, rain, biomass, landfill gas and geothermal heat. These energy sources are renewable so there is a lot of effort to utilize them around the world.

Carbon dioxide is constantly being exchanged between the atmosphere, ocean and land surface as it is both produced and absorbed by many microorganisms, plants and animals. However, emissions and removal of CO2 by these natural processes tends to balance. There are additional measures we can take to reduce carbon emissions.

Reducing Carbon Dioxide EmissionsEnergy efficiency

Improve the insulation of homes and buildings and use more efficient electrical appliances to reduce CO2 emissions.

Energy Conservation

Reduce personal energy use by turning off lights and electronics when not in use decreases electricity demand.

Sign up for Green Power

Sign up with an eco-friendly energy company for your home and businesses. It is one of the smartest options for low carbon emission in the atmosphere. About 600 of the countryâ€™s 6,000 power utilities offer a green power option. In this energy option, the local utility buys renewable energy and then passes it along to the customers. It helps support the industry for clean, green power. Itâ€™s always wise to ask the energy provider where they are getting their energy.

By simply following these major steps, we can all chip in to reduce carbon emissions, making world a better place to live.

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