Greenhouse gases

Definition

Greenhouse gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming. They include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and fluorinated gases, significantly impacting climate change.

Related terms

Climate Change:

A long-term change in the average weather patterns that have come to define Earth's local, regional, and global climates.

Carbon Footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere as a result of an individual's, organization's, or nation's activities.

Sustainable Development:

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs by balancing economic growth with environmental protection