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Student: L.Lenciauskaite Teacher: K. Bluseviciute Sirvintos „Atzalynas“ progymnasium
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Greenhouse effect Sources of UK emissions What you can do
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The greenhouse effect is the natural process by which the atmosphere traps some of the Sun's energy, warming the Earth enough to support life.
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About 40 percent of emissions in the UK are caused by individuals. From home heating to drinking water. The biggest sources of emissions for most people are likely to be: Using energy in the home (mainly for heating) Driving air travel
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Emissions of greenhouse gases in the UK come from many sources: 65 percent come from burning fuel to create energy (excluding transport) 21 percent are from transport around 8 percent are from agriculture – mainly nitrous oxide from nitrogen fertilisers or methane given off by animals and manure 4 percent come from industry – for example, manufacturing goods
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To help tackle climate change, everyone needs to try and reduce their carbon footprint. There are many simple ways you can do this – for example, switching appliances off standby or walking short journeys instead of using the car.
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