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Section 5.1 Objectives

By the end of this module students will be able to:

  1. Describe the scale of global greenhouse gas emissions.

  2. Compare the quantity of emissions between individuals, corporations, and nation states.

  3. Model the greenhouse effect with varying levels of greenhouse gases.

  4. Create data visualizations of both quantitative and qualitative data related to greenhouse gas emissions.

  5. Evaluate strategies for reducing emissions using quantitative tools.

  6. Discuss the consequences of failing to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

  7. Propose actions to mitigate emissions in your personal life, institution, and nation