päästövapaasta

Päästövapaasta, also known as carbon neutrality or net-zero emissions, refers to a state where the total amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere is balanced by the amount removed, resulting in no net increase in emissions. This concept is crucial for mitigating climate change and its associated impacts. Achieving päästövapaasta involves a combination of reducing emissions through various means, such as transitioning to renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and adopting sustainable practices in industries and transportation. Additionally, it may require the use of carbon capture and storage technologies to remove existing emissions from the atmosphere. The goal of päästövapaasta is to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, as outlined in the Paris Agreement. Countries and organizations worldwide are working towards this target, implementing policies and initiatives to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and climate-resilient future.