Why do some scientists advocate for carbon dioxide sequestration technologies? A. Current technologies are expensive and can be dangerous. B. Burning fossil fuels produces significant carbon dioxide. C. Capturing carbon dioxide consumes considerable energy and water resources. D. They can enable a net decrease in greenhouse gas emissions.
Biology · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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D. They can enable a net decrease in greenhouse gas emissions.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) sequestration technologies involve capturing carbon dioxide emissions from sources like power plants and industrial processes, and then storing it in such a way that it doesn't enter the atmosphere. Scientists advocate for these technologies because they can effectively reduce the amount of greenhouse gases (GHGs) that are released into the atmosphere, which is essential in the fight against climate change. The rationale behind this is to mitigate the adverse effects of global warming and climate change which are principally caused by the increase in GHGs, particularly CO2, due to human activities.