Care About the Environment? Here's How Big Your Carbon Footprint Really Is

Reducing your carbon footprint is so important in today's climate! Let's see how big yours really is.

Lea Abelson
Created by Lea Abelson
On Apr 15, 2023
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Does reducing your carbon footprint mean buying a Tesla? Not necessarily. Sometimes the smallest things can help you save energy. Climate change is real and it's important to think about how you can help by reducing your carbon footprint. There are tons of ways people can save energy in your home and on the road. How do you save energy and what does it mean for your carbon footprint?

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How often do you eat animal products like meat/butter etc.?

How often do you buy locally sourced products from local companies?

What material is your house made of?

How many people live in your household?

How much trash do you personally produce every week?

What is your primary mode of transportation?

How often do you carpool?

How many hours do you fly per year?

Do you use reusable bags for groceries?

How do you wash your dishes?

Your carbon footprint is on the larger size...6 tons.

Your carbon footprint is on the larger size...6 tons.

You have a footprint on the larger size, meaning you use more CO2 than the average human on the planet. In order to reduce your footprint, try eating less meat, using less energy (electricity, hydro and gas), and buying eco-friendly products from local companies.

Your carbon footprint is average at 4 tons.

Your carbon footprint is average at 4 tons.

You have an average carbon footprint meaning you use the same amount of CO2 as the average human. You're doing pretty good but to reduce it more. Try turning off the lights, using less energy in your home, and turning off faucets when you're not using them.

Your carbon footprint is small at 2 tons.

Your carbon footprint is small at 2 tons.

Having a small carbon footprint means that you don't use as much CO2 as the average person. This is from using plant-based products, buying eco-friendly products, and taking care of the planet.

Which do you think is the best way to save energy?

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