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Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions

Partnership Programs

Businesses participating in EPA's voluntary partnership programs saved $37 billion and avoided emissions of 433 million tons carbon dioxide equivalent in 2017. Learn more in the Office of Atmospheric Programs annual update.

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions

What are the main GHGs?

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Learn about the most important GHGs and opportunities for reducing emissions.

Where do GHGs come from?

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See the human activities that add GHGs to our atmosphere and options to cut emissions.

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