Consider the following statements: 1. Methane can contribute significantly to global warming by trapping more heat than carbon dioxide (CO2) over shorter periods. 2. The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol aimed to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from industrial sources. 3. Carbon markets are designed to incentivize the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by providing financial rewards for cutting emissions. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Methane can contribute significantly to global warming by trapping more heat than carbon dioxide (CO2) over shorter periods.
2.The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol aimed to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from industrial sources.
3.Carbon markets are designed to incentivize the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by providing financial rewards for cutting emissions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that traps significantly more heat than carbon dioxide over short periods, despite having a shorter atmospheric lifespan. Carbon markets aim to reduce GHG emissions by allowing the trade of carbon credits, thereby providing financial incentives for emission reductions.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The Kigali Amendment focuses on reducing hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) which are potent greenhouse gases.

Source: The Hindu

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