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CLIMATE CHANGE & TRAVEL
Every form of transport that relies on carbon-based fuel generates CO2, the main cause of human-induced climate
change. Modern travel is dependent on aeroplanes, which might use less fuel per kilometre per person than most cars
but travel much greater distances. The altitude at which aircraft emit gases (including CO2) and particles also contrib-
utes to their climate change impact. Many websites offer 'carbon calculators' that allow people to estimate the carbon
emissions generated by their journey and, for those who wish to do so, to offset the impact of the greenhouse gases
emitted with contributions to portfolios of climate-friendly initiatives throughout the world. Lonely Planet offsets the
carbon footprint of all staff and author travel.
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