Net-zero means that any greenhouse gas emissions from human activities are offset by an equal amount of removals or reductions in emissions.
This can be achieved through a combination of reducing emissions from various sources (e.g., fossil fuels, industrial processes) and removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through natural or technological processes (e.g., reforestation, carbon capture).
The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature increases to well below 2 degrees Celsius and preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, and achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century is considered crucial for meeting this goal.
Many countries, regions, and businesses are setting net-zero targets for themselves, indicating their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by a specific date.
Reaching net-zero emissions requires significant efforts and transformations across various sectors, including energy, transportation, industry, agriculture, and land use.
Achieving net-zero emissions is seen as a key step in mitigating the effects of climate change by reducing the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
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