

The term is used in the context of carbon dioxide-releasing processes associated with transportation, energy production, agriculture, and industry.Īlthough the term "carbon neutral" is used, a carbon footprint also includes other greenhouse gases, measured in terms of their carbon dioxide equivalence. This can be achieved by balancing emissions of carbon dioxide with its removal (often through carbon offsetting) or by eliminating emissions from society (the transition to the "post-carbon economy"). ( March 2021)Ĭarbon neutrality is a state of net-zero carbon dioxide emissions. Please consider expanding the lead to provide an accessible overview of all important aspects of the article.


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