Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions caused by the burning fossil fuels such as oil, coal and gas have risen significantly over the last few hundred years, as a result of industrialisation and transport in general. This is occurring on a global scale. 

Present levels of CO2 emissions exceed the amount the Earth is capable of absorbing, which means that levels of CO2 are rising and contributing to the Greenhouse Effect causing the planet´s temperature to rise. Current scientific evidence suggests that this could lead to severe changes in weather, leading to the melting of polar ice caps and changes in sea level. Rising global temperatures will affect all aspects of the planet´s ecosystem, leading to loss of animal and plant habitats, and impacts on agricultural production.

A consensus is emerging around the world that action needs to be taken to reduce our present emissions of CO2 and to stabilise the Earth´s climate. Many countries are already acting and Governments, companies, and other national and international organisations are reducing emissions through energy efficiency and use of renewable energy.

At Land Rover we are serious about our commitment to reducing CO2 now and in the future.