In May I wrote about how you can make a positive difference in the world. And I spoke about each one of us having an impact on the world around us. Someone asked me for more ways to reduce his carbon footprint. Here are some more ideas below.
1. Vote for politicians who are committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Fly less often.
3. Buy locally produced products.
4. Sell your fossil fuel investments and buy alternative energy investments.
5. Trim a tree, do not cut it down.
6. Consider your purchases and reduce your consumption levels.
7. Replace incandescent bulbs with LEDs.
8. Wash your clothes in cold water, not hot.
9. Unplug your electric appliances when not using them.
10. Get a free home energy audit from the utility company.
11. Limit your use of gas-powered lawn equipment.
12. Use recycled paper.
13. Work from home one day per week.
14. Print documents only when necessary.
15. Drive a fuel-efficient car.
16. Install a white or reflective roof instead of black shingles.
17. Carpool.
18. Become a vegan or vegetarian.