EMISSION Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

emission

noun

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as in flow

a flowing or going out The government is considering some new measures to limit vehicle emissions.

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Recent Examples on the Web Aviation only contributes around 2.5% of global CO₂ emissions but receives far more attention than other forms of transport, perhaps as it is seen as a luxury for many. —

Michele Robson, Fortune Europe, 11 Oct. 2024 Colorado has set ambitious goals in emissions and has been doing an effective job of mitigating emissions. —

The Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2024 More than half of the global population lives in urban environments, and 70% of global emissions occur in cities. —

Justin Worland, TIME, 11 Oct. 2024 High costs, big risks Generally carbon capture and storage refers to technology that captures carbon dioxide from industrial or power plant emissions and puts it underground, where it is not expected to contribute to global warming. —

Nayamin Martinez, The Mercury News, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for emission

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