Glossary

G20

The G20 is an international forum composed of representatives from the governments and central banks of 19 countries plus the European Union.

Geoengineering

The discipline that deals with using engineering technologies and sciences to intervene in global environmental systems

Geothermal energy

Renewable energy source that harnesses heat from the Earth's mantle

GHG Protocol

The GHG Protocol (Greenhouse Gas Protocol) is a global set of guidelines and principles for quantifying, managing, and communicating greenhouse gas emissions. It was developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) to help companies and organizations measure and manage their greenhouse gas emissions. The GHG Protocol...

Global Warming

Global warming refers to the sustained increase in the Earth’s average surface temperature over an extended period. It is primarily attributed to the intensification of the greenhouse effect caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the Earth’s atmosphere. Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O), have the property...

Green computing

Green computing (also known as eco-friendly computing or sustainable computing) refers to a set of practices and technologies aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the IT industry. Specifically, green computing seeks to minimize energy consumption, waste production, and the environmental impact of IT equipment and related services. There are many strategies and techniques that...

Green Economy

The green economy is a model of economic development that aims to promote sustainable economic growth, reduce environmental impact, and protect biodiversity. It achieves these objectives through efficient and sustainable use of natural resources and the development of eco-friendly technologies and practices. Key sectors in the green economy include: Renewable energy Energy efficiency Sustainable building...

Green Hosting

Green hosting, also known as eco-friendly hosting, is an environmentally responsible approach to web hosting that aims to minimize its ecological footprint. Companies providing green hosting services prioritize sustainability and adopt a range of eco-conscious practices to reduce the environmental impact associated with hosting websites. One fundamental aspect of green hosting is the use of...

Greenhouse effect

The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomenon that occurs when gases present in the atmosphere, such as water vapor, methane, and carbon dioxide (CO2), trap heat from the Sun on Earth. The greenhouse effect is important for life on Earth, as it maintains temperatures at livable levels. However, the increase in greenhouse gas emissions due...

Greenhouse gases

A category of atmospheric gases that have the property of trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere, preventing it from escaping into space.

Greenhushing

Trend of some companies that are not communicating or emphasizing their environmental initiatives

Greenwashing

Greenwashing is a deceptive practice in which a company or product portrays its environmental performance as more favorable or sustainable than it genuinely is. This misleading tactic often involves the use of environmental terms, symbols, or claims without substantial evidence or a genuine commitment to reducing environmental impact. Here is a more comprehensive explanation of...