Incinerating urban waste is the source of electricity that emits the most CO2

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Incinerating urban waste is the source of electricity that emits the most CO2

An analysis by the association Zero, based on data from the Regulatory Authority for Energy Services, reveals that waste incineration emits double the greenhouse gases compared to fossil gas.

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Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.

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