There are many simple ways to
reduce the carbon emissions footprint you have on the planet.
Amplify your impact by encouranging others to
follow your lead. Engage your friends and community with local
and global movements for social change, or start your own
movement!
Tips for Reducing Global Warming
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Sort paper, glass, plastic and cardboard for
recycling. Bring your shopping bag with you; reduce the use of
plastic bags.
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Plant a tree and support reforesting. Trees
clean the air by trapping dust and pollution particles on their
leaves and they cool the atmosphere down. Rain forests generate
40% of the world´s oxygen.
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Use a solar oven, a dry latrine, and make
alternative energy a habit. Dry your clothes outside whenever
possible.
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Unplug electronic appliances, change all your
light bulbs to low energy ones and turn off the lights when you
don´t need them.
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Eat more local, organic, in-season foods.
Avoid junk food and eat fresh produce.
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Eat meat in moderation, beef production
accounts for around three times more greenhouse gas emissions
than the production of poultry or pork. Globally, it has been
estimated that 18% of all greenhouse gas emissions are
associated with meat consumption.
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Avoid fires, save water. Use biodegradable,
non-toxic cleaning products.
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Walk, bike, or take public transit whenever
possible. Check your car´s air filter monthly, and keep the
tires adequately inflated maximize gas mileage.
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Buy less! Replace items only when you really
need to.
**Have a green office, bring the good practice
from your home to work**
Reduce your carbon footprint and
offset your carbon footprint for a Carbon Neutral Planet.
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