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Reducing Carbon footprint. By Quintin jones. D efinition. The total amount of greenhouse gases produced to directly and indirectly support human activities, usually expressed in equivalent tons of carbon dioxide (CO2). http://timeforchange.org/what-is-a-carbon-footprint-definition.
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Reducing Carbon footprint By Quintin jones
Definition • The total amount of greenhouse gases produced to directly and indirectly support human activities, usually expressed in equivalent tons of carbon dioxide (CO2). http://timeforchange.org/what-is-a-carbon-footprint-definition
Where we are today. -Between the end of 2011 and the beginning of 2013, carbon dioxide levels increased by 2.67 parts per million -In the US, we account for 20% of man made greenhouse gas emissions, with less than 5% of the population.
Thing we can do to reduce our carbon footprint • Bike, use public transit, carpool to work, drive slower, keep your tires inflated • Lower your thermostat in the winter. Raise it in the summer • Wash dishes by hand in a basin, and then use the dish water for outdoor gardens. • Use energy efficient light bulbs.
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