Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions: Definition
Emissions refer to the discharge of greenhouse gases or their precursors into the atmosphere within a defined region and timeframe. Carbon dioxide emissions, also known as CO2 emissions, arise from the combustion of fossil fuels and cement production. They encompass carbon dioxide released during the use of solid, liquid, and gas fuels, as well as gas flaring.
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