Global Warming

There has been a considerable increase in the average temperature of earth in the past century.
Global warming is a reality, and we must do something about it now in order to preserve a bright future for the next generations.
So, what can we as individuals do? Lots. So lets get to it!
•We can choose not to support industrial agriculture and factory farming.
We can support sustainable farming by buying organic produce, free-range
eggs and chicken, and pasture-fed meats and dairy.
•We can buy local whenever possible so less fossil fuels are used to
transport our food and goods.
•We can choose not to eat red meat at least one day a week.
•We can choose products with as little packaging as possible.
•We can bring our own bags when we shop.
•We can walk, bike or use rapid transit rather than drive whenever
possible.
•We can get rid of the car and join a car coop for those occasions when a
car is really really necessary.
•We can convert our car to run on bio-diesel, or possibly purchase a
hybrid.
•We can make sure our tires are properly inflated - under-inflated tires
waste gas.
•We can turn off the car rather than idle it.
•We can check the air filter on the car monthly and replace it when
necessary.
•We can buy carbon credits to offset the emissions caused by driving and
flying from Terrapass or Native
Energy. It is extremely affordable so lets do it!
•We can turn out the lights when leaving the room.
•We can caulk and weather-strip the doors and windows, and ensure the
walls and ceilings are insulated.
•We can turn down the thermostat.
•We can exchange the light bulbs for energy-efficient ones.
•We can unplug electronics and battery chargers when not in use.
•We can choose energy-efficient home appliances.
•We can run the dishwasher only when it is full.
•We can keep our shower time short.
•We can install a low-flow showerhead and toilet.
•We can use cold or warm rather than hot water to wash our clothing.
•We can use a clothesline to dry our clothes instead of a dryer.
•We can donate old clothing rather than throwing them out.
•We can use 100% recycled paper, and not print a copy of everything.
•We can reduce, re-use and recycle, and compost our food waste.
•We can plant a tree. Or two. Or a hundred.
•We can tell our government representative that global warming is the
most important issue there is, and demand government action.
•We can encourage our friends and family to do the above as well!

Text Source : wellnesstips.ca

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