Rikkipäästöt

Rikkipäästöt, also known as greenhouse gas emissions, refer to the total amount of heat-trapping gases released into the atmosphere by human activities. These gases include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and fluorinated gases. The primary sources of rikkipäästöt are the burning of fossil fuels for energy, industrial processes, agriculture, and deforestation. The most significant greenhouse gas is CO2, which is released through the combustion of coal, oil, and gas for electricity, heat, and transportation. Methane is emitted during the production and transport of coal, oil, and gas, as well as from livestock and other agricultural practices. Nitrous oxide is primarily released from agricultural activities, particularly the use of commercial and organic fertilizers, as well as from industrial activities. Fluorinated gases are synthetic, powerful greenhouse gases that are emitted from a variety of industrial processes. The accumulation of these gases in the atmosphere leads to the greenhouse effect, which traps heat and contributes to global warming and climate change. Reducing rikkipäästöt is crucial for mitigating the impacts of climate change and transitioning to a more sustainable and low-carbon economy. This can be achieved through various measures, such as improving energy efficiency, promoting renewable energy sources, adopting sustainable agricultural practices, and protecting and restoring forests. International agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, aim to limit global warming by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting climate resilience.