The major emitters of greenhouse gases today are __________.
A)industrialized countries
B)countries in the global South
C)countries of the former Soviet Union
D)Eastern European countries

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Industrialized countries have historically been the major emitters of greenhouse gases, and continue to be the largest emitters today. This is because they have developed economies that rely heavily on fossil fuels for energy, transportation, and manufacturing. Developing countries in the global South and Eastern Europe have also increased their emissions in recent years, but overall are still responsible for a smaller portion of global emissions compared to industrialized countries. The former Soviet Union countries have seen a decline in emissions since the collapse of the Soviet system, but still have relatively high emissions due to their energy-intensive industries.

The Major Emitters of Greenhouse Gases Today Are __________