Energy Resources Questions Medium
The major sources of greenhouse gas emissions in the energy sector include the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas for electricity generation, heating, and transportation. These activities release carbon dioxide (CO2), which is the primary greenhouse gas contributing to climate change. Additionally, the extraction, production, and transportation of fossil fuels also result in emissions of methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), which are potent greenhouse gases. Other sources of greenhouse gas emissions in the energy sector include the combustion of biomass and biofuels, as well as the release of fluorinated gases used in certain industrial processes and appliances.