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What are greenhouse gases and how much are emitted by the United States?

07/10/2008

Greenhouse gases trap heat from the sun and warm the planet’s surface. Of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, 87% are related to energy consumption. Since 1990, greenhouse gas emissions in the United States have grown by about 1% per year. In 2005, about 21% of the world’s total energy-related carbon dioxide was emitted by the United States.

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Walk More, Drive Less

BU offers many alternatives to driving solo. You can walk, bike, take the T, city bus, or BU Bus. When you need to drive, there are 19 ZipCars available on campus and an additional 39 within a ½ mile radius of campus.

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