Climate Glossary

 It’s not easy to navigate through the climate friendly statements. We have therefore put together a simple glossary with the mostfrequently used words for your help. See it as a guide to help you navigate and find your climate friendly path.

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Carbon dioxide

Carbon dioxide, or CO2, is a colourless greenhouse gas (GHG) formed during the combustion of material containing carbon. The use of fossil fuels for energy is increasing the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, which is believed to contribute to global warming.