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At Home:
The global residential sector accounts for 25% of energy end-use demand worldwide and is thought to be the largest opportunity for improvement in energy efficiency (source: McKinsey Global Institute). By implementing existing technologies and taking thoughtful steps in our own homes, we can significantly reduce CO2 emissions. Learn more about energy efficiency in the home. >> |
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Car:
In 2006, the transportation end-use sector accounted for 28% of energy consumption in the U.S. (source: EIA, 2006). Although fuel rates for vehicles have steadily improved, we are driving more miles per vehicle and there are more vehicles on the road. How we drive, what we drive, and where we drive, all play a role in oil consumption. Simple steps can help save the environment. Learn more about climate change and transportation. >> |
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Travel:
From the type of plane that you fly in to the hotel where you stay, decisions like these impact the environment. Be a more environmentally savvy traveller.
Learn more about travel and climate change. >> |
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Food:
Not only do foods produced locally often taste better because they are fresher, but they are certainly better for the environment. Environmental impacts from transportation are not limited to personal transportation, but rather are greatly impacted by transportation of goods from one part of the country or globe to another. Learn how eating locally produced goods is not only good for you but also good for the environment.
Learn more about food and climate change. >> |
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Carbon Offsets:
The reality is that we all use energy and create CO2, but we can offset our CO2 production by purchasing carbon offsets. Learn more about carbon offsets. >> |
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Investment decisions:
Support the environment through investments. Whether you choose to invest in a company that is environmentally conscious or opt to support alternative energy technologies, there are many opportunities to invest in the environment. Learn more about environmentall friendly investments. >> |
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Purchases:
Your pocket book is a powerful weapon against climate change. By purchasing environmentally friendly goods, such as energy efficient applicances, you can make a difference. Learn more about environmentally friendly products. >> |
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