This graph clearly illustrates the use of coal and it's significant contribution to Human Induced Global Warming. Coal was among the earliest fuels harnessed at the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. It is odd to realize we have come so far in technology yet we are still holding onto antiquated ways of producing energy. The 'idea' that coal can somehow replace oil as an energy source is grossly incorrect.
To complete some other views from the UK:
The Carbon Trust - Making Sense of Climate Change
http://www.carbontrust.co.uk/default.ct
CO2 Emissions Calculator
http://www.nef.org.uk/energyadvice/co2calculator.htm
Bear in mind that around half UK CO2 emissions come from industry and commerce, supporting our everyday lifestyle. So if your personal profile comes out below about 3,000 kg CO2 (3 tonnes), you are doing reasonably well by UK standards, but would still need to do more to be a good global citizen!
Energy Efficiency Accredition for Business
http://www.carbontrust.co.uk/energy/takingaction/eeas.htm
THE United Kingdom is far ahead of the USA in providing guidance on Carbon Dioxide Emissions to find again the tropospheric balance of the gaseous Earth. The United States of America has a far higher calling. It needs to remove carbon dioxide from any form of emission.
Why?
The USA is the largest contributor of carbon dioxide emission on Earth. A full 25% of the CO2 emissions that are causing hardship to Earth's biota including the citizens of all countries of the world is assigned to the USA. The USA alone can completely reverse the deadly trend of Human Induced Global Warming.
The United States of America can completely stop the trend and reverse it when it applies the proud and high reaching morality of controlling Earth's tropospheric gases to benefit all to Earth's life.
We can do this. It's simple. The mechanisms are already in place. It requires a dedicated and benevolent government in Washington, DC. Many states already are fighting the 'good fight' while the others lack vision and impulsion.
I promise you, we can do this. From now on, the USA has control over the well being of Earth. We should INVITE all other countries to join us, but, in all honesty the citizens of the USA are unlike all others. When we harness our collective will we can move a plant back to it's healthy balance.
