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What is Carbon Neutrality

Chapter 8
Analyzing Energy Crises and the Impact of Country Policies on the World
A state in which the net amount of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere is zero, often achieved by offsetting emissions with carbon removal or simply reducing emissions to zero.
Published in Chapter:
China's Energy Conundrum: Navigating Through Crises, Policy Responses, and Global Impact
Mohamad Zreik (School of International Studies, Sun Yat-sen University, China)
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 21
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-0440-2.ch008
Abstract
China's energy dilemma is examined in this chapter, along with its historical and geopolitical settings. China's energy initiatives have a major impact on international energy stability because of the country's position as the world's largest energy consumer. The energy challenges caused by fast industrial growth and dependency on fossil fuels are discussed after a brief history of China's energy sector is presented. China's reaction to these challenges is dissected, including the measures it has taken to diversify its energy supply, increase the use of renewable energy, boost energy efficiency, and get involved in global energy governance. The chapter analyzes the effects of these policies on China's economy, social stability, environment, and foreign relations, both at home and abroad. The chapter wraps up with a glimpse into the future of China's energy plans. A sustainable and secure global energy system is the goal of the analysis, and it can help guide stakeholders in the right direction.
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Chapter 13
Environmental Law and Green Constitutions
Existence of a balance between the amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (equivalent carbon dioxide) that is emitted and what is “captured or absorbed” from said emissions. The balance implies that there is “neutrality” of GHG, as its name indicates, but it does not mean that gases are not emitted into the atmosphere. According to Javiera Valencia, geographer of the UACh Austral Patagonia Program, the key point in carbon neutrality is how emissions are captured. In that sense, technology is an option, for example, the application of filters. However, nature plays a crucial role in purifying the air through the process of photosynthesis. Forests, peatlands and oceans are the main carbon sinks.
Published in Chapter: Environmental Law and Green Constitutions; From: Innovations in Environmental Legislation and Justice: Environmental and Water-Energy-Food Nexus Laws
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Chapter 2
The Role of Government Regulations on Business Practices in China: Impact and Lessons for Global Sustainability
Carbon neutrality refers to achieving a balance between the amount of carbon emissions produced and the amount of carbon removed from the atmosphere. It involves reducing emissions and offsetting remaining emissions through methods such as carbon offset projects or carbon capture and storage.
Published in Chapter: The Role of Government Regulations on Business Practices in China: Impact and Lessons for Global Sustainability; From: Government Impact on Sustainable and Responsible Supply Chain Management
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Chapter 14
Harnessing the Power of Digital Transformation and Sustainability: The Chinese Experience
The practice of balancing the amount of emitted greenhouse gases with an equivalent amount of carbon offsets or through carbon capture and storage technologies, thus achieving a zero-carbon footprint.
Published in Chapter: Harnessing the Power of Digital Transformation and Sustainability: The Chinese Experience; From: Building Smart and Sustainable Businesses With Transformative Technologies
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Chapter 8
Analysis and Comparison of Business Models of Leading Enterprises in the Chinese Hydrogen Energy Industry
Carbon neutrality is a state of net-zero carbon dioxide emissions. This can be achieved by balancing emissions of carbon dioxide with its removal (often through carbon offsetting) or by eliminating emissions from society (the transition to the “post-carbon economy”). The term is used in the context of carbon dioxide-releasing processes associated with transportation, energy production, agriculture, and industry.
Published in Chapter: Analysis and Comparison of Business Models of Leading Enterprises in the Chinese Hydrogen Energy Industry; From: Clean Technologies and Sustainable Development in Civil Engineering
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