Zero carbon refers to activities, energy sources, or processes that produce no carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions. This means that they do not contribute to global warming or climate change.
Examples of Zero-Carbon Energy Sources:
1. Solar Power – Uses sunlight to generate electricity without emitting CO₂.
2. Wind Power – Harnesses wind energy through turbines with no emissions.
3. Hydropower - Generates electricity from water movement without burning fossil fuels.
4. Nuclear Power – Produces electricity without CO₂ emissions, though it has other environmental concerns.
Zero-Carbon vs. Carbon Neutral
- Zero carbon means no emissions at all.
- Carbon neutral means emissions are offset by absorbing an equal amount (e.g., planting trees or using carbon capture technology).
Many countries and businesses aim for net zero carbon by reducing emissions and offsetting any remaining carbon to fight climate change.
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