1. By: Ciara Savage

2. -It is the amount of CO2 we emit individually each year. This is also the primary gas resource responsible for global warming and the alarming changes in our climate.

3. Instead of buying plastic water bottles, go buy reusable water bottles. Plastic water bottles has a huge carbon footprint. Or get an in house infiltration system like most restaurants are now doing because it is so much cheaper and makes tap water a good choice.

4. Turn the lights off when you are not in a room. Unplug things that you are not using at that moment Or don’t use frequently. Try and use cold water as often as you can. Like when doing laundry. It costs less to use cold water than hot water.

5. -Keep your car up to date and running efficiently. -Keep you cars tires inflated properly all the time. You can save 400-700 pounds of CO2 per year.

6. -Jefferson, Millie, producer, and Weekend America. "15 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint | Consumed | Sustainability Coverage From American Public Media." Sustainability Coverage From American Public Media. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Jan. 2011.. -Kaihla, Paul. "Gaviotas Carbon Offset Initiative | Marion Institute." Marion Institute | The Marion Institute is dedicated to identifying + promoting programs that seek to enhance life for the Earth + its inhabitants.. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Jan. 2011.. -"Save Energy, Reduce Carbon Emissions." Carbonfund.org | Carbon offsets for your carbon footprint & fighting global warming. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Jan. 2011..