Global Warming Tips - What You Can Do

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Learn what you can do to reduce your global warming pollution.

 

 

If you're like most folks, you're probably thinking, " Yep,

global warming is a monster threat. But it's so huge it's impossible to solve. "

 

Believe us, after working on global warming for the last two

decades, we get your drift. Global warming is a monumental challenge.

 

But, global warming is still a problem we can solve if we all

work together.

 

Read these global warming facts. Then, learn how you can

reduce your global warming pollution. Check out our light bulb buying guide,

find out how to drive more efficiently, and learn more home energy saving tips.

 

 

Global Warming Facts:

 

 

Percent of America's global warming pollution

produced by individual households.

 

Number of states where electricity customers have the

option

to buy green power through their utility or an alternative

power supplier.

 

Number of American households

that use solar energy.

 

Pounds of global warming pollution

emitted per gallon of gas used in cars.

 

Percent that Americans could reduce their global warming

pollution if all car buyers chose a model that gets 5 more gallons/mile than

their current vehicle.

 

Pounds of global warming pollution reduced

by lowering the thermostat 2 degrees in winter.

 

Number of watts needed to replace a standard 150 watt

lightbulb

with a compact florescent lightbulb.

 

Percent reduction in home heating bills

by insulating attics, pipes, ductwork and flooring.

 

 

 

 

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What You Can Do

 

 

Burning fossil fuels to power our homes and run our cars creates global warming

pollution. Big and small changes can add up and make a real difference in the

fight against global warming. Print out a booklet of tips [PDF] or handouts to

share!

 

 

At Home: Use Less Energy

Home energy accounts for 21 percent of America's global warming pollution. If we

make smart choices, we can cut more pollution than the entire emissions of over

100 countries!

 

a.. Change a bulb: Better energy-saving lights

b.. Greener power: Re-thinking home energy

c.. Full list of tips: How to cut pollution at home

 

 

 

 

On the Road: Be Efficient

When it comes to global warming, how and what we drive are two of our most

powerful choices. Transportation is the biggest source of U.S. carbon dioxide

emissions, more than factories or homes.

 

a.. Save fuel: Use less gas with your current car

b.. Purchasing power: Changes in the industry

 

 

 

 

Neutralize the Rest

Even if you have already reduced your driving and electricity use, there's more

you can do. Buying offsets, or credits, neutralizes what we can't cut.

 

How to buy carbon offsets »

 

 

 

 

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