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Use of Energy Every stage in a product’s life cycle, from obtaining the raw materials to manufactur- ing, requires energy. All these processes require fuels such as coal, petroleum, and diesel. The combustion of fuels and other chemical processes releases various GHGs into the atmosphere.

Distribution Fuel-powered trucks and vehicles are used for the distribution of raw materials and finished products. This leads to the emis- sion of GHGs, such as CO (carbon monox- ide) and CO 2 . The packaging of products for distribution also generates large amounts of waste.

● ● Due to the renewable nature of food waste, it generates lower emissions upon incineration as compared to other wastes. ● ● The methane released from coal mines accounts for 8 percent of global methane emissions. Climate Facts

Recycling Works!

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