However, since the inception of the industrial revolution, humans have been emitting “greenhouse gases” (GHGs) including carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide to the atmosphere.

Source: https://energycentral.com/c/ec/climate-change-extremes

Mitigation includes any actions that work to reduce or prevent the emission of GHGs and is an important part of responding to climate change.

Source: https://1029rewindradio.ca/2023/11/07/rdek-seeks-feedback-to-help-with-new-climate-action-plan/