Decarbonisation Solutions (Leaving Cert CASD): Flashcards
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Decarbonisation
Decarbonisation
Reducing CO₂ & greenhouse gases released into atmosphere
Net-zero emissions
Net-zero emissions
Emissions balanced by carbon removal
3 key decarbonisation approaches
3 key decarbonisation approaches
Scientific/technological, nature-based, efficiency improvements
Renewable energy
Renewable energy
Naturally replenishing sources with minimal emissions
Ireland's west coast wind
Ireland's west coast wind
Some of Europe's best wind resources
Water efficiency
Water efficiency
Using water responsibly to reduce energy & protect ecosystems
Carbon sequestration
Carbon sequestration
Capturing CO₂ from atmosphere & storing it safely
Peatlands & carbon storage
Peatlands & carbon storage
Store massive amounts of carbon over thousands of years
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS)
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS)
Captures CO₂ from emissions & injects it underground
Agroecology
Agroecology
Farming methods working with ecosystems to store carbon