Introduction to Land Use and Greenhouse Gases (GHGs) Land plays a critical role in the global carbon cycle, influencing emissions and removals of greenhouse gases (GHGs) such as carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O). The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) recognizes the significance of sustainable land use for mitigating climate change and promoting […]
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The Paris Agreement
The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at COP 21 in Paris, on 12 December 2015 and entered into force on 4 November 2016. Its goal is to limit global warming to well below 2, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels. To achieve this long-term temperature […]