Fighting global warming

Climate change is a fact of modern life. We can either adapt or suffer the consequences. Americans can be very complacent about these matters, so the time has come to publicize the scientific data that proves that the earth is warming at an alarming rate. There are many ways you can take action now to fight climate change. When a problem is global in scale, it’s hard to believe that the actions of one person can make any real difference. But even small acts can have big results. Since so many things affect our climate, you might be shocked at all the ways you can make a difference.

Reduce your carbon footprint

When you offset your carbon footprint you help to slow climate change and restore critical wildlife habitat. Measure your carbon footprint right now. There are many simple ways to reduce our energy consumption. When driving, if we accelerate and brake gradually, this saves gas as well as wear on the vehicle. Simply turning off unused gadgets and appliances can make a big difference.

Where possible, purchase “green” energy

Consumers often ask how to become better citizens. Choosing renewable energy options when available makes a long-term difference. Voluntary buy-in to EPA-certified green power has increased with 41% annual growth rates since 2004, and 25 percent of utilities now offer the green power upgrade option. If you haven't joined yet, it's an effective way to green your home's power.

When buying a new car, select a hybrid or electric vehicle

Hybrid vehicles have been a huge hit in America ever since their introduction. Consequently, Americans are choosing greener vehicles. The average fuel efficiency of cars on the road in the U.S. has gone up gradually for the past ten years.

Switch to a vegetarian diet

Okay, this suggestion will be met with great resistance by a substantial portion of any country’s populace. But the facts are real. 33 percent of all food emissions in the United States come from red meat and dairy products, while chicken and vegetables have up to ten times smaller footprints per serving. This shows that even small diet alterations can make a long-term difference.

We all need to be more mindful of our energy consumption

The truth is that every choice we make impacts the environment in some way, and increases the chances that climate change effects will impact us in a bad way. By making small, gradual improvements in our own actions, we can make a difference and also provide a good example so that others will want to join in this global effort to save our planet.

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