co2 is used in industries to produce chemicals. it helps in the refrigeration system, weilding system, water treatment process. it is used in carbonated drinks. in metal indistry co2 is used to enhance the hardness of casting molds. it is used in fire extinguisher. not to forget, trees use co2 in the process of photosynthesis. most important use of co2 happens in the oil industry. to extract crude oil from oil feilds co2 is used in the process.