The major cause of the greenhouse effect is the excessive release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. The primary greenhouse gas responsible for the greenhouse effect is carbon dioxide (CO2), which is mainly produced by burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas for energy generation and transportation. Other significant greenhouse gases include methane (CH4) released from agricultural activities, landfills, and the production of coal and natural gas; nitrous oxide (N2O) emitted from agricultural and industrial activities; and fluorinated gases from industrial processes. These greenhouse gases trap heat within the Earth's atmosphere, leading to global warming and climate change.
