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Mexico

Mexico is currently the world's ninth largest emitter of greenhouse gasses. In 2022 it accounted for 1.52% of all global emissions.
February 9, 2024

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide is the third main greenhouse gas, responsible for 4% of global warming.
January 14, 2024

Permafrost

Permafrost is ground that is permanently frozen. When permafrost melts, it emits large amounts of methane.
February 9, 2024

Russia

Russia is currently the world's fourth largest emitter of greenhouse gasses. In 2022 it accounted for 4.80% of all global emissions.
February 9, 2024

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is currently the world's ninth largest emitter of greenhouse gasses. In 2022 it accounted for 1.51% of all global emissions.
February 9, 2024

Tipping Points

Climate tipping points are cycles that are triggered once the climate warms sufficiently, that further sustain climate change.
February 9, 2024

United States

The United States is currently the world's second largest emitter of greenhouse gasses, and historical largest. In 2022 it accounted for 11.19% of all global emissions.
February 9, 2024

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