nettopäästöihin

Nettopäästöihin refers to the net amount of greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere. It is calculated by subtracting the amount of greenhouse gases removed from the atmosphere from the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted. This concept is crucial in climate change mitigation efforts, as it focuses on the overall impact of human activities on the climate system.

The primary goal of many climate policies is to achieve net-zero emissions. This means that while some emissions may still occur, they are balanced by an equivalent amount of greenhouse gas removal. This removal can be achieved through natural processes like photosynthesis by forests and oceans, or through technological solutions such as carbon capture and storage.

Understanding nettopäästöihin is important for setting meaningful climate targets. Simply reducing emissions is not enough if the rate of removal does not keep pace. Therefore, strategies often involve both reducing direct emissions from sources like burning fossil fuels and increasing carbon sequestration. The effectiveness of these strategies is measured by their impact on the net change in atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations.