methane

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In addition, as it rots, the wasted food emits in the U.S. alone over 4 million metric tons of methane – a heat-trapping greenhouse gas.

From Salon

Hydrothermal vents and methane seeps typically appear in separate locations on the seafloor.

From Science Daily

Thawing permafrost releases large quantities of climate-warming carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere, further speeding the rate of global warming.

From Scientific American

The equipment helps scientists visit farms and analyse methane concentrations from sheep to identify which of their genetics and feed produce the highest emission levels.

From BBC

“I just think it’s foolish to think that we can keep pumping the stuff, CO2, methane, into the atmosphere, and that at some point we’ll be able to capture it,” Schlissel said.

From Seattle Times