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2012 Global Carbon Emissions
Human-generated emissions of CO2 this year are expected to reach 35.6 billion tons. That’s up 2.6 percent from what was emitted in 2011, the previous record holder.
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The Age of Man: A New Geologic Epoch
Recent human activity is having such a significant environmental impact on the planet that we may be entering a new geologic epoch, known as the Anthropocene.
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Amazon Deforestation
Recent deforestation in Brazil has been rapid, causing greenhouse gas emissions. Some argue planting more U.S. corn for ethanol may ultimately be a contributing factor.
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Corn Ethanol Energy Sources
8 gallons’ worth of the energy in 10 gallons of corn ethanol comes from fossil fuels.
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Corn Ethanol Energy Sources
8 gallons’ worth of the energy in 10 gallons of corn ethanol comes from fossil fuels.
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Amazon Deforestation
Recent deforestation in Brazil has been rapid, causing greenhouse gas emissions. Some argue planting more U.S. corn for ethanol may ultimately be a contributing factor.
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