I know that everyone likes ice cream, milk, Mac n' Cheese, and just cheese in general--- but have you ever thought about how it affects the climate? Cows--- the source of all our dairy--- release methane, a global-warming inducing chemical, through their digestive system.(As in, when they b*rp or far*...) Personally, I am the only dairy eater in a lactose-intolerant family, but I still feel that we could cut back on the dairy so that farms don't breed cows so much, and so (Hopefully) the amount of methane going into the atmosphere will reduce. (Lactose-free ice cream is good, people!) This is just a thought, but personally, I will try to cut back on the dairy. A pebble in the ocean still creates a ripple! Thanks for hearing me out, and if anyone has any other ideas that don't involve giving up cheese for the sake of the world and reducing methane, I'm all ears!

Yes, I agree with everything you are saying but I also think it is important for people to realize the other impacts of eating dairy or even the animal agriculture busyness in a whole. Yes, cows producing massive amounts of methane is a problem. But we can reduce the amount of methane that cows produce by feeding them what they are originally built to be fed. Grass. The main reason we need to cut back on dairy and meet products is because grazing for animal agriculture is one of the leading causes of deforestation all across the world. Because of the space needed to grow the grain they eat, thousands of acres of forest are being destroyed ever second. And because the amount of water used to water the grain fed too the cows and the amount they drink in a lifetime before they are slaughtered eating one hamburger is equivalent to taking a shower for two months. So yes cutting back on ice cream, cheese, milk and meet can all help there is a bigger problem that not a lot of people have been educated about.

Its hard to think big and try to help the world with just two hands! That's why taking small steps and making small actions are easier. There are many things you can do on your own too! For example you can, recycle, walk and bike, donate to environmentally friendly organizations, take shorter showers, turn lights off, or go thrifting! When I calculated my carbon footprint i noticed that a big percentage of my purchases number was from buying new most of the time. Buying used items is a great way to reduce our plastic waste and the amount of money we are spending. But it is also a great way to reduce the amount of transportation needed to import items from far away. Most of us don't pay attention to the shipping when buying things online, but some items can come from across the world, needing a boat or airplane to ship. And even fewer people pay attention to shipping when inside a physical store. For some items, like clothing, all it takes is to look at the tag to see where it was made. With larger and more popular stores and brands, most of their items will be shipped from other countries, especially if the store originates somewhere else. So thats why when you shop local, you have a higher chance of finding items that have not been shipped or at least not from far away. So why pay for carbon to be released atmosphere when you can spend your money on an item with better quality that is made either locally, or has already been used!

Through most most people's carbon footprints, you can realize that most familes have their carbon footprint based onto either food or transportation. There many ways you can solve each problem. First, to solve food carbon footprints, I would first suggest going vegetarian because when you eat and buy meat, you can cause a large amount of carbon footprint. Another way to restrict carbon footprint by going fo something local. The first way is to simply go to a local vegtable shop and buying something there. Even if you still want to buy meat, you should still use it through a local source. If you want to use transportation, it should be better if travel and have vacations locally and not go somewhere very far. Even if you do, you should still use public transportation like trains to get somewhere. This will be able to help solve many of the world's problems in our carbon footprint.

Yes I, believe going vegetarian will help, because if we don't eat a lot of meat it won't cause a large amount of carbon footprint. So I totally agree that eating vegetables will help lower the carbon footprint. And I also agree that going for vacation not going to a far place also helps the carbon footprint lessen

Yes, being vegetarian would be better for Earth. Because we wouldn’t pollute the world more.

Vegetarian is better for the Earth but it is also really hard for many families to stop eating meat. It might work to gradually start eating vegetarian meals.

While I agree that eating less or no meat is better for the earth, it isn't always that easy. Eating meat is an important part of many cultures, and it isn't fair to ask those people to stop eating meat. I think we also have to consider that a big part of the carbon coming from meat is from the deforestation and clearing of land for animal agriculture. Because of this, the land that we are already using for animal farming would still be used to grow alternative sources of protein. While it would reduce the amount of methane being released by a lot, I don't think we can "fix" this problem, or erase our food carbon footprint. In addition, other sources of protein such as quinoa or chickpeas are much more expensive than meat, and there are many countries and people who cannot afford the alternate options. Yes, whoever can should consider eating less or no meat, but we can't ask everyone to cut meat out of their diet.

i think you make a valid point but it is also very difficult to do these things for example some people live far away from there schools or stores, I live very far away from my school and therefore have to drive there. in addition to this it can be very difficult to just stop eating meat and to buy local for some people. As an example some people only have enough money to buy food at stores such as costco because they have lots of family or not enough money to afford high quality local vegetables. Also for some people eating meat is culturally important. I think it is important to think about what you are saying before you say it especially on the internet because it is difficult to judge others comfort unless you know them and in this situation not many people can follow through on this advice.

Did you know that progress in women’s political participation remains slow. According to my research on the UN Sustainable Development goals... In local governments, the participation was higher at 35.5% as of 1 January 2023. While global employment sees nearly 40% representation from women, they only held 27.5% of management positions in 2022, a notable decrease from 28.5% in 2021.

As we all know, climate change and carbon footprints are destroying our precious yet weakening planet. We talk about it all the time. We talk about the causes and effects, the solutions, and why we shouldn't produce so much carbon footprint. But no one really took action. Instead we just sit here ranting on and on about how evil humans are, and how "deeply necessary" it is that we do something, blah blah blah. Now, don't get me wrong, what we talk about is all right and true. But we need to take action. For example, I now walk to school more often than before, instead of riding in a car. Even though this may not seem like a big change at all, it is still something. Remember, small things lead to great things. For those who have the ability to make a bigger change, don't wait, just do. This is for our planet. It's dying day by day while you're deciding if you should buy one more pair of shoes to add to your LOVELY shoe collection.
So please, let's start taking action into saving our planet Earth, and its wondrous nature. Big or small, it's still something, and it will help lead to a better future for everyone.

Hello, I think it's important to make a conscious effort to reduce our carbon footprints, because spreading awareness without effort does nothing for the planet. Unfortunately, for some people, they have to rely on cars to go to/from work or school, but carpooling could cut down the use of car emission overall. Reducing personal use of electricity and plastic can add up, and if everyone had this mindset the Earth could be taken care of better. I agree with your statement, a big or small effort is better than nothing!

I noticed that most of it is lower than the average but because of sports, it's higher than average for transportation. Because of this, I should try to drive only for sports and things I need to drive for, but walking to school and stuff I'll keep on walking.

I also do a lot of sports and your transpartaion can get pretty high because you might travle for games and practices, one way i thought i could lower my CO2 is carpool with team mates.

I am going to start recycling more plastic and other materials, and when going long distances for sports or other activities I should carpool more with friends.

In our company, Tintasytonercompatibles, we are using only recycled plastics, in addition to reusing all the boxes and packaging we receive to minimize our carbon footprint. We have changed the labels to just a QR to minimize plastic waste. We can all help!

But is there a way that we can do more than this can we spread it further?

Here are some thinks we can all do to help the environment and reduce our footprint:
.Go on foot and use pubblic transport to consume less carbon
.Take recicling
.Buy second hand clothes or for example use our cousin or brother old clothes
.Switch off the lights or in general the electrical devices
.Turn down the heating and putt on more layers

Vehicles such as cars are a big part of getting around in the present day. But the carbon footprint they leave is huge. Gas cars release about 1.5 billion tons of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere each year, as more cars are bought and produced the number quickly climbs. About 60% of Americans don't take public transportation or other forms of more environmentally acceptable transportation. Instead choosing to take their cars to travel, around 79% being gas cars. Instead, promoting public transportation or other forms of eco friendly transportation can support the ecosystem. Replacing travel with a gas car with public transportation reduces 45% of carbon emissions to the atmosphere, doing the same with a bike or walking can further help.

yeah cause 8 lane highways arn't to hot for the environment, just look at California for example.

In almost everyone's carbon foot print there average is really high. So we have to protect our home so the next generation can live in a peaceful world. Recycle more, walk more, close the lights when you live a room, when you don't need air conditioner, protect our home.

In almost everyone's carbon foot print there average is really high. So we have to protect our home so the next generation can live in a peaceful world. Recycle more, walk more, close the lights when you live a room, when you don't need air conditioner, protect our home.

The oxygen provided by forests is too precious to give up

This is a big one. So much of historical rainforest area has been destroyed and converted for either agricultural or industrial purposes. Not only to these in themselves contribute largely to the amount of Carbon in the air, but the loss of the trees means that less cellular respiration is occurring, meaning that less CO2 is being taken out of the atmosphere. So yes, we do need to address the issue of deforestation, and preferably sooner rather than later.

Hello all and happy Earth Day, my favorite day of the year!

Today it has just gotten warm enough here in coastal Washington state for me to hang my laundry for the first time since last autumn.  It is unusually warm and sunny here, which is probably due in part to climate change.  But his reminds me that in a changing climate we can adapt and still do things to help the earth, like drying my clothes in the unusual sun!

Also today I will go clean one of my favorite beaches when it is low tide - which is in 10 minutes!

What are you doing to celebrate our shared planet today?

recycling, saving water, cutting down cigarettes, using busses

Many scientific studys show that
nature and the climate is declining at a very fast rate. We should act normativ before its to late!

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In my opinion there should be bins for recyclable waste to save more CO2 and stop polluting the air. We should also find a way to use recyclable waste in households as well.

The climate NEDS to change.

Global warming is the phenomenon of increases in the average temperatures of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans in recent decades as a result of greenhouse gas emissions produced primarily by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation. This phenomenon has serious consequences for the environment and life on Earth, including melting glaciers, rising sea levels and changes in weather patterns. Combating global warming is one of the biggest challenges facing modern society.

There's a lot of problem's and we should do something. CO2 is a big problem and there's country's that produce a lot of CO2
Here are the top 10 biggest CO2 producers (first time I searched top 10 biggest CO2 producers I was scared I didn't know that they are produce that lot of CO2)

China, with more than 14 million tons of CO2 released.
United States, with 6 million tons of CO2.
India, with 3.5 million tons of CO2.
European Union 3.4 million tons of CO2.
Russia, with 2 million tons of CO2.
Japan, 1,170 million tons of CO2.
Brazil, 1.140 million tons of CO2.

I know that's a lot of CO2

Greenhouse gas emissions from humans are a hostile force that is wiping out and threatening many plant and animal species. Although many precious species, from the golden toad to the orange-spotted filefish, and more have gone extinct due to human activities resulting in climate change, it is still our responsibility to protect the rest. According to a report by the United Nations of Biodiversity, species are depleting hundreds of times more than in the past 60 years. There are over 9.2 million living organisms on planet Earth. Around two-thirds of those living organisms live on land, but they are constantly facing the threat of extinction, as are the species in oceans and aquatic habitats. In today's world, we are facing the sixth mass extinction event, caused by humans, which could be the final blow to wiping out all species on earth if we don't work as a whole to overcome this. The WWF Living Planet Report 2022 displayed that in less than 50 years, the world lost sixty-nine percent of all mammal, fish, bird, reptile, and amphibian populations. This means that many keystone species might've died, leading to trophic cascades that negatively affect the ecosystem, as biodiversity is very important for an ecosystem to thrive. There are now a total of 42,100 species on the IUCN Red List, and 16,306 of them are endangered or threatened with extinction. This is up from 16,118 compared to 2022, which is a huge leap, mostly caused by high carbon emissions. Only 28% of species have been analyzed by the IUCN Red List, and out of these, 41% of amphibians, 27% of mammals, 34% of conifers, 13% of birds, 37% of sharks and rays, 36% of reef corals, 26% of selected crustaceans, 21% of reptiles, and 69% of cycads are all at risk of extinction. Additionally, wild mammal biomass has declined by 85% since the rise of humans. Researchers predict that 6% of plants and animals will disappear, going completely extinct by 2050. Furthermore, in the worst-case scenario of global warming, scientists estimate that 27% of plants and animals could disappear by 2100. For instance, Asian elephants and orangutans are endangered because their habitats are being destroyed by deforestation and the loss of plants they feed on due to climate change. Leatherback sea turtles are also becoming endangered because of global warming, which is caused by human greenhouse gas emissions, as the water is becoming too warm for them and their food to survive in. Additionally, snow leopards, polar bears, and Adelie penguins are endangered due to the Arctic shrinking at 14% per decade and their prey, such as krill, moving away on melting Antarctic ice sheets. With this rapid decline in the amount of ice, either these animals die of starvation or they search other areas for food and survival, like land. Not only do animals on land face high risk, but also aquatic animals such as the North Atlantic cod have been going extinct. As the Arctic melts, the cold water that melts from the ice changes how the entire ecosystem works, and unfortunately, The North Atlantic cod could not adapt. Lastly, many corals, such as the Staghorn Coral, are threatened by coral bleaching, ocean acidification, and diseases, which are all caused by warmer water that these organisms are not used to living in. In summary, the entire world is suffering from heavy species loss due to greenhouse gases, especially carbon emissions. We can do our part to conserve and restore biodiversity by doing simple things, such as biking more often, taking shorter showers, or buying locally, which may help to rehabilitate all of our extraordinary, distinctive species on Earth.

Sources:
https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/h … ate-crisis
https://www.co2nsensus.com/blog/animals … al-warming
https://www.iucnredlist.org/search?taxo … pe=species
https://ourworldindata.org/biodiversity
https://www.theguardian.com/environment … -warns-aoe
https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/m … ast%20year.

The alarming rate of species going extinct due to climate change highlights the urgent need for action to mitigate its effects. As habitats become uninhabitable and ecosystems are disrupted by rising temperatures and extreme weather events, many species are struggling to adapt and survive. This loss of biodiversity not only impacts the natural world but also poses significant risks to human societies, including disruptions to food systems, increased vulnerability to natural disasters, and loss of cultural heritage. As app developers west palm beach, we have a responsibility to leverage technology and innovation to address these challenges. By developing mobile apps that raise awareness about climate change, promote sustainable practices, and facilitate conservation efforts, we can empower individuals and communities to take meaningful action to protect our planet and its precious biodiversity. Together, we can work towards a more sustainable and resilient future for all species.

Climate change is a real thing and people need to start taking bigger steps to reduce the climate. This is important because the Earth could be at stake. People need to start using items that don’t emit carbon. Cars and other transportation are a big factor. Lucky for us, there are hybrid and electric cars. These cars dont use as much gas as a normal car. If everyone had an electric car, it would help the climate. There are many more things that people can do to help the Earth.

I agree that humans need to step up and start taking action to help prevent climate change from worsening. We have seen many clear changes in the world’s weather patterns, oceans acidity, more animals becoming extinct, and so much more. We have also seen that many of these things are caused by CO2 imbalanced caused by humans. One last thing is that our carbon foot print really shows that our daily activities affect the carbon cycle greatly.If humans just made an effort right now and took action then maybe we can reduce climate change.

I agree I think people should drive electric cars. This is better because Elon Musk is a genius and knows how much better our world would be with everyone sliding in electric whips.

Climate change is a real and big thing, people need to start worrying about it more. If people learn about it then people can learn how to help. Many things can help but a lot more hurt the environment. Electric cars can be very helpful but there are some that hurt the climate more then helping.

Climate change is a real and major issue that our Earth is facing and if we don’t act and make changes right now, the future of our planet is at high risk. For starters, many people don’t even realize and understand that climate change is a real issue and many don’t believe that it is a real thing. So first off we need to get more people on board with the fact that this is a real problem that our planet is facing. Obviously not everyone is going to believe that climate change is really happening, but we do not have time to wait for every single person to get on board. We need to get more people on board with the fact, and then keep moving forward. World representatives, presidents, leaders, etc. need to focus on big changes that countries as a whole, for example implementing solutions like ocean power, geothermal power, kelp restoration, etc. to make bigger changes to help limit countries carbon emissions as a whole. At the community, town, and school level they need to focus on making smaller changes like going plastic free, creating more gardens, etc. because it is not realistic for schools to be making major changes, but if we get a majority of schools, communities, and towns to make a lot of small changes we would see a major decline in our CO2 emissions. Everyone needs to get on board with the fact that climate change is real and happening right now, and if we don't act now the future of our planet is on the line.

Climate change is rising at out finger tips and getting worse every day. But the problem is no one is actually trying really hard to make adaptations. It’s time for that to start. Humans are one of the main contributors to climate change and global warming. Even though people might disagree with changing some of their ways, its still important to change. Every little thing could make a difference and make a big step towards a more sustainable and livable planet. Things such as even turning off the water when you brush your teeth or unplugging chargers that you aren’t using from the wall. All these little adaptations make a huge difference especially when everyone does them and knows about them. That’s why we also need to make people are well educated about climate change so everyone can work together to make the planet livable and sustainable more years to come.

large amounts of peoples carbon footprints comes from their consumption of food, specifically meat. when you look at how much carbon you can keep from entering the atmosphere just by reducing your meat consumption I'm sure you would be astonished. For example just by switching my meat consumption to "Vegan 90% of the time or more" I reduce my carbon footprint by nearly 1700 kgs. Personally I would be okay with giving up meat in general for the better of the earth. Though I feel it could be challenging considering I still live at home with my family and don't decide what I eat for certain meals. I say challenging, not impossible. Different ideas for overcoming this obstacle could be cooking for the household more and more times per week, communicating with your family about possible eating more plant based food, and doing the grocery shopping for the household. Or another option could be the whole house going vegan, assuming that everyone is happy to comply. Other things that create lots of carbon are eating non organic foods. Foods that were imported from far away on a car or an airplane add immense amounts to your carbon footprint. You could help this by making more of an effort to shop at local grocery stores and making sure the food you buy is organic.

people who eat meat every day special red meat have a large amount of carbon footprint because the farms that the animal lives in, farms use a lot of water and food resources to feed the animals, and don't forget the amount waste that the animals producer.

people who eat meat every day special red meat have a large amount of carbon footprint because the farms that the animal lives in, farms use a lot of water and food resources to feed the animals, and don't forget the amount of waste that the animals produce.

I agree with you both that reducing meat and dairy consumption is a very impactful way to lower your carbon impact.  My brother and his wife were always big eaters of meat and dairy, and when they turned 50, they not only wanted to eat healthier, they also wanted to live more sustainably.  So they started a diet suggested by Mark Bittman called "VB6" - meaning "vegan before 6pm".

In doing this they didn't have to give up 100% of their meat and dairy all at once (most people when they try that revert to meat eating after a short time) while still having a big impact on their carbon production, and also living healthier!  That could be something to suggest to parents who don't want to give up meat entirely but are interested in trying a little change.

Oh and one more benefit!  My brother is a great cook, and since he went VB6 he's an even better cook, because he's now got a wider range of skills, versatility and ideas in the kitchen.

Something that I can do to decreese the ammount of carbon is I can always turrn off the lights when I go out of a room in my house . A challenge that I think that I will encounter is that I will forget to turn off the lights and so they would stay on all day. I could remind myself to turn off the lights by putting a post-it note on the mirror to remind me to turn off the lights before I leave.

Another thing that we can do this at Whitby is to get solar pannals, because solar panels don't burn any fossil fuels. They get their energy from the sun.

Now its time for action, my second question is what challeneges do you encounter or think you will encounter while trying to change one of your behaviours? One challenge I may face is not being able to reduce the amount of times you drive, use public transportation or carpool. Your not always going to have a friend you can get a ride with or be able to reduce the amount of times you drive, but some ways you can cut back on those things are, in the morning you can take the bus to school, instead of having your parents drive you, that way not only you get to save carbon but you get to be with your friends. Another way you can reduce the amound of carbon you use is, you can bike around to places that are near you, for example if you want to go to grab stuff from the store, instead of driving for five minutes you can walk for a easy fifteen, and even though you might not want to have to take the bus of walk to the store, these changes can really help the enviroment stay healthy.

OPTION FOUR - Now It’s Time for Action!

Are there any behaviors that you are really willing to change or improve for the sake of the environment?

Yes, in fact there are a few simple ways to reduce the amount of Carbon Dioxide released every single day;

-Turn off the lights when you leave a room/space! Turning off the lights will save around 400 kgs of Carbon dioxide by only one press/click/switch.

-Turn off the tap while you are brushing your teeth! If you leave the water running for two min it will release 2 kgs of Carbon Dioxide but you brush your teeth more than once per day. So in total you would be releasing around 6kgs of Carbon Dioxide EVERY DAY!

-Use gas or fuel oil to keep your home warm in the cold season! Using gas or fuel oils release a lot less Carbon dioxide than coal or wood. Wood releases 6971 kgs of Carbon Dioxide, coal releases 10709 kgs Carbon Dioxide and gas or fuel oil only releases 3183 kgs of Carbon Dioxide. (it is even better to use electricity to heat your home because it only releases 1912 kgs of Carbon Dioxide)

-Take short showers (around 5 min)! Taking short showers can release 115 kgs of Carbon Dioxide, but taking 5-10 to shower releases 285 kgs of Carbon Dioxide.

-Compost your food scraps! Composting food scraps or vegetables can take away 65 kgs of Carbon Dioxide (it reduces the amount of Carbon Dioxide).

We can do a lot of things to help to keep the enviroment healthy like simple recycling or just educate ourself about how important is to keep the enviroment healthy for futire generations.

I agree, it seems though that many people seem to just brush off the little things we can do just like recycling and throwing away our trash.  Doing these things it will help our world stay clean and healthy as you said for future generations.

I agree, though lots of people around us tend to just forget about keeping the environment healthy. We can educate and help people by just reminding them of ways to save the environment like throwing our compost in the compost instead of the garbage, throwing our plastic bottles in recycling bins and many more ways just to keep our environment healthy.

I agree, recycling and Enviromental education play crucial roles in preserving our planet. small actions collectively contribute to a healthier environment, ensuring a sustainable future to come.

The world will be a better place if we use the public transport to reduce the carbon emissions

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I completely agree. Public transport is a great way to start a reduction in the carbon emissions coming from other ways of transportation. In fact with each individual that chooses to make this change a change of up to 2.2 tons of emissions can be saved. Even doing things like carpooling can make a change too! If carpooling is an option this could save up to 1.0 tons of carbon emissions and is worth it if it's a possible option for people.

https://www.un.org/en/actnow/transport# … 3.6%20tons!

I agree. More public transportation would definitely be better for the environment. I think that the USA especially has to work on this. The USA is very car-dependent, which causes a lot of problems. First of all, there is a lot of traffic, which makes people late for work, school, etc. It also negatively impacts the environment by having more cars on the road emitting carbon dioxide. Having better public transportation would make daily commutes to and from work and school more convenient for people, and it would reduce the amount of pollution in the air.

You definitely have a point. If a destination is too far to walk or bike to, public transportation is a great way to reduce carbon emissions for two reasons. First, public transportation allows larger groups of people to travel to the same destination and it takes up less space. You can imagine how much more space there is when there's 20 people on a bus compared to 20 people in individual cars on a road. Furthermore, a lot of the buses in my area have a "clean gas certified" text or something similar to that, and it made me think about how many cars in the U.S. are electric. According to J.D. Power, only less than 1% of all car sales are electric. If we compare the facts  here, being able to transport more people at the same time while taking up less space with vehicles that are intentionally made to reduce carbon, is something that should be more acknowledged and preferred compared to individual people transporting themselves which takes up more space, and less than 1% of these cars are made to drastically reduce carbon emissions.

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I completely agree with what you said. I think that using public transportation can have a very positive impact on the environment and make the world a better place. If we reduce the number of cars on the road, then we can decrease the amount of air pollution and carbon emissions. Buses and trains can transport a large number of people at once, reducing traffic and promoting a greener way to get around. For example, I've started bussing home from school every day due to my parents working, and even though I'm just one person, if we can get more people to make these little changes in their lives, we can slowly help save our planet, and reduce the amount of carbon emissions.

We are very fortunate to live at a Planet that provides us with so much benefits but yet we still don't take it for granted. For example 90% percent of the earths population is  breathing polluted air. Air pollution causes 5 million deaths worldwide. We are the reason for the pollution and we need to stop it before it's too late! The factories we create and work for are the biggest reasons of air pollution. Instead of factories producing everything we can make home made and organic food. The human population is growing  but at a slow rate, this increasing population needs use of more resources to sustain the population.  With the growing human population the use of plastic is increasing which is obviously bad for the environment. There is so many things that can make a huge difference in are environments, for example reducing factories, not using plastic as much etc. Reducing carbon footprint can help Earth a lot, our carbon footprints play an important role on global warming.  Global warming is not just bad for planet earth but it can affect us humans and other species.  We can reduce our carbon footprint by saving water and electricity.  We waste 1.7 gallons of water annually we can reduce that number just by turning are faucet off when we aren’t using it. By doing simple things we can make a huge difference in our environment.

This is a very good analysis because it shows how and why humans are the cause of pollution. Not only does it explain it, it also gives the human society ideas of how we can help our planet become healthier.

I agree with what you have stated here. Although there are a lot of different things that contribute to climate change, I think that factories have the biggest impact. Did you know that from the top 20 dairy and meat producers around the world have gone up 3% compared to last year. Also, the fashion industry has a huge impact on this aswell with around 20% of the 300 million plastic waste produced comes from the fashion industry, if you think about it, that’s around 60 million tons of plastic waste just from the fashion industry!

I think that now it’s time to educate ourselves and others about the impact of our actions on the environment, and the steps we can take to reduce our carbon footprint. Education plays a critical role in reducing our carbon footprint, as they can help us better understand the impact of our actions on the environment and identify ways to make positive changes. I think that we can educate people in schools and on social media because a lot of people will see it there.

I agree. The more people learn about their carbon footprint, the easier it will be to implement changes to improve it. I wasn't aware about my carbon footprint's impact until recently learning about it in school.

YES! well said i completely agree, Education does play a major role in reducing anyone's carbon footprint,just by doing this assignment i feel more aware of my actions,and its more clear what i need do the lower my carbon foot print.It is very beneficial for people to not only see how negative their actions can be towards the planet but to also know what to do about it.

I totally agree with this statement, Educating others is such a great way to start with helping to prevent things. When you educate others with a thoughtful explantation it can really show a new perspective to the topic. For example i babysat for a family who would just throw out there leftovers after they're done dinner, and i would know that because i would see a full 2 servings of mac and cheese in their compost. So what i started to do was after i was done feeding the kids instead of throwing it out like they said i would simply put it in a container in a fridge. Then after a few weeks i could see that they noticed and started to do that and now they always put leftovers in the fridge. So those little things can definitely help. Because waste is a big thing that effects climate change.

Hello, I'm going to talk about what we can do to change the situation for the better climate. To help change climate change, we can take measures such as reducing energy consumption, recycling, using sustainable transportation and supporting renewable energy.

I'm sure most of us use social media at least once in a while, and I want ask how many of you have seen anything related to climate change within the past week? This could have been an ad or a post that was either calling out for action or denying it completely. Personally, I haven't received anything related to climate change in the past week, and that very well be because social media apps are recommending different content I'm more interested in, but I also believe that social media can and should be used as a way to get out messages further into the public and reach a bigger audience. Thanks to social media, anyone can have a voice and can project their voice throughout the world, regardless of language boundaries. Opinions can be expressed and solutions can be thought of with people around the globe about a global problem. This also means that organizations may also update the public on their discoveries and/or ways to reduce carbon emissions, especially if a big company posts something about it, it already reaches a large audience. Also, this allows for information about climate change to spread, like statistics that prove climate change. However, I also believe that some of this information should be monitored. This is because social media also allows for misinformation to spread. One study found that 16 of the largest polluters in the world had uploaded over 1700 ads on Facebook containing misleading information about climate change, which reached over 150 million people. Also, activists on social media may only call out for action rather than actually putting in effort to reduce carbon emissions. On a final note, as much as social media may be used to call out against climate change, it still uses a lot of energy which adds to an increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. That is why I believe social media is both a good and a bad tool for acting against climate change.

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Some of the environmental consequences of a rapidly growing human population are that the Earth will become more polluted with all of the factories in production of goods for humans to survive. it will also have consequences  because of the plastic and trash that humans produce around the world and on top of that the carbon gases that humans produce. All of these factors for make up the environmental consequences.  I feel like one way that we can help allow these environmental consequences to not all happen is for us as a whole too not use so much plastic and when we do use plastic dispose of it properly. Another way would be to have a cleaner environmental airflow by not polluting the Earth so much with all of these factories, and trash that we throw everywhere.

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I agree with this statement because it shows how we affect the environment but also gives advice on how we could fix our past mistakes of pollution. The only thing that is wrong with this statement is that they lack the steps and outlets of how to incorporate the advice this person has given. If they put examples of how to use less plastic or learn how to dispose of plastic in a way that will not harm the environment then I would call it an amazing analyses.

Our weather is changing fairly quickly due to climate change, over here in California it’s been warm even during the fall the hot weather barely stopped about a week or so ago.   But all we can probably do is lower our carbon emissions in hopes to slow down the climate change even just a little bit.

More than half of my recorded footprint came from food because I go through like 3 gallons of milk by myself in a week.  If I went vegan or something my footprint would be below average but I just consume too much dairy.  And it's not even meat like I eat a considerable amount of meat too but nothing outside of what's considered the normal amount, plus I need the protein for working out.  On top of that I feel like it can't be good for my health, humans are the only animal that drinks milk from another animal and that just doesn't sound natural.  literally when I input dairy in the food category my total went up by like 3,000 kg it was insane

Since climate change has been the effect of humans fueling transport and helping themselves live more comfortably, they must find ways to keep this going without worsening the effect of climate change. Some ways we must do this is to create new transportation functions without burning fossil fuels or creating pollution, using electric cars, and make new discoveries that provide the same functions without creating pollution.

How can I act?

You can start your adventure by taking the train, bus, or even a bike to work. According to the EPA, quitting driving for just a year can help you save 2.6 tons of carbon dioxide. It's important to reduce carbon emissions because the greenhouse gases that are emitted make the Earth warmer, which can drastically change the ecosystem and atmosphere. One thing you could do is stop eating meat. Cows belch 220 pounds of methane per year, which is very bad for the environment. Another option is to eat less meat, which is also helpful for reducing your carbon footprint. You can substitute vegan meat, which is made of soy and textured vegetable protein, for meat. Additionally, vegan meat aids in the prevention of heart disease. All in all, there are many small things you can do to cut your carbon emissions and help the Earth.

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These are great Ideas,but there are other ways to help climate change that require less time and sacrifice, little things like reusing and recycling old materials, for example, donating clothes you have grown out of, or recycling old batteries, you can also buy rechargeable batteries or even just substituting plastics for reusable alternatives.

It's time for action one of the things we need to stop is burning fossil fuels like coal and oil and putting all this carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Scientists have observed the high  level of carbon dioxide going into the atmosphere and other green house gases this causes the world to heat up. So we need to cut back on burning fossil fuels and plant more food in our local area to stop wasting food.

We have developed many problems that are affecting our planet, an example of this is climate change. Climate change affects the whole world, meaning the solution is for everyone to act on. We can do this by using less energy at home; and turning off the electronic devices and lights after we’re done using them. Shorter showers, less meat consumption, drive less. For many some of these solutions cannot be done due to their circumstances. So instead, we can all promote the dangers of climate change, clean energy, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Another thing we can do is to hold different industries, the government, and businesses accountable for their large share of global warming.

We are very fortunate to live at a Planet that provides us with so much benefits but yet we still don't take it for granted. For example 90% percent of the earths population is  breathing polluted air. Air pollution causes 5 million deaths worldwide. We are the reason for the pollution and we need to stop it before it's too late! The factories we create and work for are the biggest reasons of air pollution. Instead of factories producing everything we can make home made and organic food. The human population is growing  but at a slow rate, this increasing population needs use of more resources to sustain the population.  With the growing human population the use of plastic is increasing which is obviously bad for the environment. There is so many things that can make a huge difference in are environments, for example reducing factories, not using plastic as much etc. Reducing carbon footprint can help Earth a lot, our carbon footprints play an important role on global warming.  Global warming is not just bad for planet earth but it can affect us humans and other species.  We can reduce our carbon footprint by saving water and electricity.  We waste 1.7 gallons of water annually we can reduce that number just by turning are faucet off when we aren’t using it.

The amount of CO2 being released into our atmosphere is astonishing. Humans are the main cause of these huge carbon footprints, but there are many other factors. If the whole world was able to reduce our overall carbon footprint, we could help our planet tremendously.
    One major effect of our large carbon footprints is global warming. Global warming is caused by greenhouse gasses being trapped in our atmosphere  and then emitting radiation back down to the surface, and that is what heats up the Earth. Some of these gases are released into our atmosphere en masse, and one of those gases would be carbon dioxide, or CO2. Carbon comes from our cars, busses, planes, and many other day to day things. While animals and plants do produce carbon, we are the main cause. Reducing our carbon footprints is the only way to help our Earth and slow global warming, and there are some very easy ways to do that.
    Some ways to reduce our carbon footprints is to save water and electricity. By turning off the water or the lights when you don’t need them, you can save immense amounts of energy. Unplugging devices when they’re fully charged, not leaving the faucet running, and using natural light instead of artificial are some other ways to save.  Walking and riding bikes, or even taking a bus or train instead of a car can reduce the amount of CO2 emissions by almost 33%. Recycling, using cloth towels instead of paper, reusable containers,  ect. can also  reduce the amount of pollution and help our environment as well. Unfortunately, these things can only help a small portion, as much of the gases in our atmosphere are coming from factories,, 100 factories produce 71% od CO2 emissions.  The solutions for this have been sparse, corporations have been releasing smog into the sky since the Industrial revolution, and they don’t plan on stopping soon, The best many people can do is just try their best to save on energy and reduce their carbon footprints, but a solution will have to be made quickly
    There have been numerous tries to reduce carbon footprints around the world, but with a growing population, more and more greenhouse gases are being released. Wasteful purchases mean more factories are profiting, which means more is being produced, and more greenhouse gases are in our atmosphere. The environmental impact of global warming is huge, icebergs are melting and heat waves are lasting weeks on end.  If people around the world start to make an active effort to reduce our carbon footprints, change will be possible. But as long as we continue to have large carbon footprints, nothing will change. Solutions must be made to help our environment, and to save what’s left of our planet.
If anyone has any other ideas on how to help, with reducing our carbon footprints or maybe factories, then that would be incredibly helpful

We are fortunate to live on a planet that provides us with so many benefits, but we don’t take enough care of it. For example, air pollution. 91% of the earth’s population is breathing polluted air. In 2017, air pollution caused 5 million deaths worldwide. Most of the pollution comes from the gas emissions of factories. One of the best ways to drastically reduce this problem is to use less factory-made products. Other ways are to make home-made products instead of store-bought ones, or to use less plastic. Littering Littering is the practice of humans leaving their trash around, which has a negative impact on marine life. Most of the time, people are responsible for their own trash. That means they’re responsible for the garbage they’re throwing away. Many of the plastic we use ends up in the ocean, killing marine animals. One of the biggest ways to reduce plastic usage is to use metal water bottles instead of minimal use plastic water bottles. My final example is wastage of water in our environment.Did you know that we waste 1.7 gallons of water annually.We can preserve about 10 gallons of water a day if we can just turn off the faucet.2/3 of the water we use comes from showers,so we should all make an effort to limit our time in there.In this earth we have to take care of eachother and put our own needs and desires aside.We all can make efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and make the world a better place.

Ever since the 1800s and 1900s the population of the human race has seen a huge increase in size. This increase of size makes us use up more resources to sustain the new individuals that are coming into earth, and since we have to use more resources to sustain the new individuals the effect on our environment could be devastating! One cause of the increase of the population is pollution, meaning if we use more resources for the new individual the more waste is produced, causing our seas to be polluted and the air to be filled with gases. Now it's time to fix this, one way we could fix this is to turn to Eco-friendly products, use electric solar panels,and to try our best in picking up waste.

Believe it or not, there are easy ways to reduce your carbon footprint without changing your habits or lifestyle. Taking initiatives such as turning down your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit or installing a low-flow showerhead to reduce hot water use are great ways to reduce your carbon footprint without changing your ways. This will still allow you to take nice hot showers but will also help reduce your carbon footprint and even save you money!

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There are plenty of ways on how to reduce your carbon footprint without it changing your life.Its a common misconception that being environmentally friendly will change your lifestyle in a bad way in reality it’s easier than you think.You can start with simple things such as bringing your own reusable bags to the store, or to turn the lights off when there not in use.Overall it’s a great idea to find ways on how to reduce your carbon footprint.

These are great ideas! I hadn't even considered a low-flow showerhead.

The cars and trucks that we drive every day contribute to about 20% of the total carbon emissions generated by the United States. That's a big percentage of our carbon emissions coming from just one source. In order to reduce your carbon footprint while driving, try to implement these strategies to reduce your car's overall carbon emissions.

• Use cruise control

• Avoid unnecessary breaking and acceleration

• Use air conditioning only when necessary

• Don't sit in your car while it's running

• Drive less / carpool

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Plastic production and waste is one of the most widespread climate issues. Plastic not only creates a large amount of greenhouse gases, but the plastic itself also affects the environment around it. According to MIT, if the amount of plastic produced in the world stays on track, it would contribute as many greenhouse gases as the entire continent of Africa by 2030. As for how it affects to environment, an insane amount of plastic is thrown out into our roads and oceans, causing ecosystems to collapse and organisms to not be able to function. This progressively destroys the environment and doesn't allow greenhouse sinks to function. One of the ways we could solve this is to instate a more efficient recycling system that encourages recycling and punishes littering. For example, the German recycling and return system is one of the most efficient at reducing plastic waste, as it punishes and makes it difficult to freely throw away plastics.

This is a good showign of plastic production, its very informative and shows a solution in the end.

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Collective and individual actions are both helpful and contribute a lot to end climate change but collective actions are what can really change our climate and help reduce the carbon dioxide in the air. The problem is that not enough collective actions are being made and climate change is still a problem. What can be done right now are individual actions which can still have a great effect even if its less than collective actions.

Climate change is a serious problem that requires everyone to do their part to help out. There are many things we can do to reduce our impact on the environment, like using energy-efficient technology, conserving water, using public transit, biking, or carpooling, eating less meat, and reducing waste by recycling and reusing materials. By taking these actions, we can make a big difference in creating a more sustainable future.

There are many things we could do as a community to reduce climate change even if we think it is inconsequential. Some small way we could contribute to the reduction of climate change is by limiting the amount of energy we use. For example, we could turn off the lights when we don't need them, use cold water when we do laundry and hang it out to dry once in a while, or take shorter showers. These are small ways we could contribute. Some more substantial ways we could contribute is by powering your home with renewable energy by using solar panels, instead of using fossil fuels. Another way we could help reduce climate change is by reusing and recycling or by giving batteries and old electronics to organizations so they can dispose of them. These are some ways we could help reduce climate change.
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Over the last 800,000 years, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has risen and dropped, but in the last 60 years, the undulating CO2 has stopped going down and has skyrocketed to a level it has never been before.  According to The Keeling Curve, the current level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is higher than it has ever been, and if we don’t find a way to either stop increasing or decrease it, then the effects of that amount of CO2 will be irreversible (Scripps Institution Of Oceanography, 2023). According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the United States released 5,130 million metric tons of carbon dioxide connected to energy in 2019, whereas 33,621.5 million metric tons were released globally. (“How Much Carbon Dioxide Does the United States and the World Emit Each Year from Energy Sources?” n.d.) We can change the amount of carbon dioxide being released into the atmosphere by cutting down both our own carbon footprints. There are many ways to easily do this, such as one day every week, and commuting to work using an alternate mode of transportation (bus, rail, carpool, or bicycle).  Eat less red meat and more locally produced food.(“Top 10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint and Save Money | AustinTexas.gov,” 2017)

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Scripps Institution Of Oceanography. (2023). The Keeling Curve. Retrieved from keelingcurve.ucsd.edu website: https://keelingcurve.ucsd.edu/
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Just a simple one way flight can have a detrimental impact on the environment. A flight from London to New York generates about 986 kg of CO2 per passenger, which is more carbon than the average person emits per year in 56 countries! And these rates are only increasing as the airline industry is growing. So does this mean that we should travel less? Not at all? Unfortunately the most effective and straightforward way to tackle this issue is to simply reduce our travel and flights per year. But there are some other options such as buying carbon offsets. Carbon offsets are investments in developments that are combating carbon emissions, such as projects that plant trees or the implement of solar panels in communities. Though carbon offsetting is a good first step towards reducing your carbon emissions, it isn’t 100% effective because you are most likely emitting more carbon than you are offsetting. If you think about it, you're still emitting that carbon and will still be in our atmosphere, you are merely helping to reduce carbon in a different area to try and balance the carbon you emitted. In my opinion the best solution is to try and reduce your travel as much as possible, but if you are going on a trip, maybe look into some carbon offsets.

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There are many people who do not know how to reduce their ecological footprint, many are not educated, and many do not care. People are not sufficiently aware of their ecological footprint. Some of the ways to reduce the ecological footprint are: recycling, reducing the amount of meat and consuming more fish than beef, chicken... Consume smaller amounts of food, use public transport or go to places shorter distances on foot or by bike. We should not buy new plastic shopping bags, but use reusable ones. There are many ways to reduce our ecological footprint, these are just some of them.

In order to reduce our carbon footprint, we need to: turn off the electricity when we leave the room, turn off the water when we brush our teeth until we don't need it, take a shower as quickly as possible, compost the remains of fruits, vegetables and leaves independently in the yard, plant our own fruits and vegetables  in the garden or buy from local producers and use as little exhaust-gas-fueled transport as possible, instead ride a bike or walk.  If we follow these rules, we have already taken a big step towards achieving our goal, which is to make the Earth cleaner and reduce CO2 in the atmosphere.

We have neglected the Earth more and more from time to time and now the consequences are starting to appear. If we do not act now, the Earth will be completely polluted and destroyed and we will no longer be able to live on it. They should start making changes today, throw less garbage, use renewable energy sources, etc.

I believe that we should start making changes immediately so that we can see the results in the near future.Maybe, for example, if we start saving water in households, try to reduce the amount of waste and sort it, and with these small steps we can make big changes.

In the world as it is today it is nearly impossible to avoid a large amount of travel. Between planes, boats, and cars humans are constantly being ferried all across the world with little regard to the repercussions beyond compliance with regulations for fuel efficiency. I am not knowledgeable on this topic but I wonder what carbon neutral options there are or may be for large scale travel in the future and how the integration of this real or theorized method of transportation would work.

You can Google it.

Or use ChatGPT if you want information that comes in layers and then you ask questions you want answered rather than all of it.

Don't know how Bing does things, but it might work as well.

In my opinion,is not really hard to act.We can introduce in our secondary schools and high schools a lot of various activities through students can learn how to recycle.Also,I think it's a good idea to do such activities not just in schools,but in public too.So many people will learn how to act.
The people will learn the importance of recycling,simple things like turning off the tap while they brush their teeth etc.
If you have another idea,write here please!

Have "role models" everywhere around you. Have them see everywhere people that recycle and they will too.

Make it non-negotiable - either by law or shaming. Don't leave any way of getting around it.

Have the reason for recycling be related to the person you try to get to recycle. Either be moral and use their fears and dreams to get them to direct them to a future they want or abuse your power and give them a more life-or-death reason.

Basically create resistance for anything that is not recycling.

What can we do to lower the amount of co2 being emitted into the world?

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Go on the second section, then student preparation for the footprint calculator.

There you will find every way you pollute.

Mainly less transport with machines (both for yourself and for food), less heat in the home and less light bulbs.

In our community it is very important to do all we can to lessen our carbon footprint such as recycling, being aware of the resources we are using, and not using cars that require a lot of gas.

I agree that we need to decrease our carbon footprint in communities and I think that we can also do this in schools. One of the recommendations I have to act now are to follow some sustainable practices like: schools can provide more organically/locally grown food to the area as well as less meat products, administrations could also switch over to eco-friendly buses which might encourage more students to take the bus rather then driving in their own cars which emit more gases and one other suggestion I have specifically for schools is to promote more ways to reduce the carbon footprint in the science classroom. Personally, I know a multitude of students who really enjoy on-hands learning so maybe schools can start incorporating that in the way students learn how to plant trees. At our school we do have a gardening and horticulture class but I am saying more of that can be done maybe a teacher or student could start a sustainability club.

When ever you go to the store you usually come home with 2 or 3 plastic bags. These plastic bags are made from nonrenewable resources and the process through which they are made from releases tons of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. We can all cut down on the amount of plastic bags we use by just reusing the bags you get from buying groceries. Reusing bags is one of the easiest ways to help your community.

I think it is a great idea to reuse the same bags that we have already used. This is a method of reusing. I also think it might be better if we didn't use these bags at all, since they are plastic, which takes a long time to break down and it is bad for the environment. I think it would be better to buy a tote bag that is made of safe, recyclable materials. Another method is to make or sew together a bag from extra or leftover fabric. This is another method of reusing.

I think Italy is very at the forefront, in the supermarket I haven't seen a plastic bag for over five years, only biodegradable bags are used. On the other hand the use of plastic bottles is very high, we should improve the use of recyclable materials like glass.

It is a great idea to reuse but I feel like supermarkets should eliminate plastic bags and convert to paper or fabric bags. In Canada, all the supermarkets I been to the past year does not have plastic bags. I think that it is better to just eliminate plastic bags because once a plastic bag is not useable you throw it away. Paper and fabric bags are just better and more consistent when putting items inside your bag.

I totally agree with you! Plastic bags just feel like such a waste of resources and put a huge amount of carbon into the air. There are two possible ways to help decrease the use of plastic bags. The first is to use reusable bags from your home. My family usually keep ours in the car so we don’t forget, and wherever we go shopping its super easy to carry around. The second is if you do end up with a plastic bag, try reusing it as best you can. Whenever i get a plastic bag i store it in a container in my basement. Ill then take them out as needed for things like lining my trash can, this then at least gives them a longer life, and can end up will less in the landfill less quickly.

I certainly agree with you. Plastic bags are so so harmful to our environment and using reusable ones is extremely simple. Everyone can make this small difference, practically no matter where you live, no matter how much money you have. If your local grocery store only has plastic bags available you could make the little choices like carrying your groceries if it’s only a couple things, and if it’s not investing in some quality reusable bags is a good option. My mom is a big advocate on reusable bags and ever since we have started using them we haven’t had to use the stores bags. They are also a lot more durable then the cheap flimsy plastic bags you are frequently given. Also even another plus is that in some places stores they make you pay money for bags, so if you have your own you are also going to save money. Along with saving money, saving time, saving resources, you’re also saving the earth. So I totally would encourage everyone to invest in a reusable bag.

I agree. Plastic bags are terrible for the environment as they stick around in oceans and landfills for thousands of years. Reusable bags are a great way to limit plastic pollution, but another way, though not as good is for stores to stop using plastic for their bags, and switch to paper instead. Paper is decomposable in just a couple months, so this solution is much more sustainable than using plastic. Most large supermarkets where I live have already switched to paper bags, and I definitely think thats a step in the right direction. Overall, though, reusable bags are a much better solution.

I live in a city where a lot of the extracurriculars, school and other places I go to are within walking distance. I must admit that I often drive to a lot of places out of convenience or when I think I'm going to be late. I think that if I leave my home a little early and use public transit, I could use my car less. That would mean I could reduce my carbon foot print for transportation.

I agree! i live in a  rural  town out in Maine, and as a town i really think they could do better about public transport because i end up having to drive everywhere. But i also think i can do better about holding myself responsible for when i can walk instead of being lazy and hoping in the car. Because when people start walking more, not only will it be better for your body, it will be better for the planet.

It's important to choose a sustainable diet, trying to reduce the consumption of carbon dioxide, water waste and the release of chemicals into the environment.

I agree! Choosing to have a much more sustainable diet, by eating more organic, local, and eliminating meat from your diet, can reduce many carbon emissions. I think that this is definitely something people should more deeply consider. Even if you don’t completely eliminate meat from your diet, try eating vegetarian a few times a week. Small changes like this in your diet can have huge environmental benefits. I also think food waste is another thing to consider, as a teenager in a public school that composts, we produce such large amounts of food waste. Knowing that many schools do not compost, composting is definitely another thing that people can do and should consider doing in their homes. Water waste, can be improved by simply taking shorter showers, and stopping the water when you don’t need it. These will all have very large benefits to our environment, especially if many people can adapt to such easy changes.

I agree! I am almost 100% vegetarian (I occasionally eat fish). The food i eat is organic and mostly local. This helps because there are no pesticides and because it is local there is less CO2 emitted from transportation of the food. It is good to know where your food comes from!

Try meet alternatives such as impossible or beyond beef burgers.

I agree! I feel like people don’t really think about the foods they eat making an impact on there carbon footprint, but there are definitely ways that people can change their diet to be more sustainable. One way to do that is to not waste as much food/ try to reduce the amount of food you waste. My school is both good and bad at this, while we do mage to compost are food waste which is a really sustainable way to take care of any leftovers, my school dose a really poor job of the amount of waste we create at that really adds up. Being mindful of the portions that you take can really help, and take only what you actually need to Create less waste. Also, as i said earlier, another really good solution can be composting your leftovers, so instead of it all going into a landfill its helping the earth.

We bought recycled and used clothes, instead of spending hundreds of dollars on clothes that are probably going to sit in our closets. Or atleast buy ecologically accepted clothes that can be recycled. Should we do that? What are some other helpful solutions? Let me know what you think?

the world would be better if the economic balance would be adequate in every family so as to be able to contribute to general eco-sustainability

Seriously Good Will is so underrated. We need to look at thrift shops for a new hoodie before we supply big money industry's when what they want.

We would recycle properly.

Not pollute the ocean

Are there any behaviors that you are really willing to change or improve for the sake of the environment? Many people have a hard time reducing their carbon emissions like changing their diet to eating more vegetables or flying to see family. What are you willing to sacrifice? What If I told you,  you don't have to completely cut out everything from your life. What if you can carpool with your friends, eat meat 2 times a week, or fly less than before. Reducing little things can make a big impact.

English: Greenhouse gasses that are released into the atmosphere isn’t natures fault, it is ours. Ways that we increase the levels of co2 in the atmosphere includes simple activities in your day to day life. The first way that you can help decrease the amount of co2 levels is by taking a shorter shower or only showering when necessary. Taking hot showers for a long period of time  burns fossil fuels that are needed to heat your shower water. Taking a shorter shower or even a cold shower can help decrease co2 levels. Turning off your light is also an idea. You can turn off your lights when not necessary like if it is sunny out you can use natures light. You can also look into more sustainable flight/planes when traveling.  Using fossil fuel efficient planes can help decrease the amount of co2 being released when flying. You can also try carpooling with friends to either after school activities or to and from school. Cutting out the amount of meat that you and your family consumes is also an option. In the u.s, there is a very high demand for meat, and cows are meat. However, when we slaughter all of these cows so you can eat it for dinner, the cost is releasing more greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere, methane. These are all ways to help decrease the amount of co2 in our atmosphere. Although you might think that one person might not be able to save our world and global wramings, one small action can turn into one big one by the help our community. If you want to see change, you must change.

But what if others are not cooperative

It is mostly food that is the biggest thing that I come to struggle with even though it is good in moderation, I need to eat less and instead find healthier better alternatives to what I usually eat, which can allow my carbon emission to decrease such as Nitrous oxide, methane, and Carbon dioxide. I also need to take shorter showers and colder showers so that there is more water to be used for the future, and taking colder showers allows electricity to be spare because warming up water costs more water than if it was cold.

It is mostly food that is the biggest thing that I come to struggle with even though it is good in moderation, I need to eat less and instead find healthier better alternatives to what I usually eat, which can allow my carbon emission to decrease such as Nitrous oxide, methane, and Carbon dioxide. I also need to take shorter showers and colder showers so that there is more water to be used for the future, and taking colder showers allows electricity to be spare because warming up water costs more water than if it was cold.

We need to do something about our carbon footprint average in the United States. The United States nearly triples the carbon footprint average of Earth. This is bad because this could lead to the collapse of many unique ecosystems. High carbon footprint could lead to the destruction of ice glaciers and unique ecosystems that cannot survive if the Earth becomes warmer. What can we do?

So many people, including adults, are so picky. But do you know some people like Africans can't even PICK what to eat? Sometimes they don't even have food to eat. So please, do what you can to not be picky, eat everything, and most importantly, NOT WASTE FOOD!! If you are spoiled, I recommend you train yourself, and you will be independent and responsible in no time!

This is true. A lot of people take what they have for granted. Food waste is a waste of natural resources and causes harm to biodiversity. Research showed that about one third of food in the world gets thrown away, which is really crazy!

i couldn't agree more on this!!! this is so well said! it's sad how food gets taken for granted and how so much food is just straight up wasted. . .

I agree, It's better you eat what you receive and don't waste food, if you don't like what's on your plate give it to someone who will eat it and likes it, or don't get it in the first place. Many others around and around the globe wish to eat what you eat and wish they had food. As another commenter said, Angelwilliams, research shows that about one third of food in the world gets thrown away, so please don't waste food and our environment.

I definitely agree with your statement. Food waste is such a big problem in some developed countries. That is why each person is responsible for what they consume and what they don't. If you can't eat all the food, then buy less next time. Don't throw the food away, leave it for tomorrow's breakfast, etc. There are many people who can't even choose what to eat for their next meal or sometimes don't know if they will have a next meal.

I definitely agree with this statement as I see so many people at restaurants send back their order because they didn’t like the food. I understand if you do that because there was genuinely something wrong with the dish, or be grateful that you have access to good food and finish the meal served in front of you. Better yet, if you physically can’t eat what’s in front of you then box it up and give it to a homeless

I agree that when people to take advantage of the current situations they live in, they forget how lucky they are to have a roof over their heads. Some people also may waste food while others are starving around the world. One good example would be The United States of America, and said by feedingamerica.org, “According to the USDA, more than 34 million people, including 9 million children, in the United States are food insecure.”

I agree! Most people forget how lucky they are that they could waste food while others are barely getting scraps, it's quite sad to see. Some people throw away their food that is perfectly fine, just because they didn't like it. This wastes perfectly fine food that they could've given to someone who's in need.

Over the past few years, we have all seen the videos of entire villages and towns being washed away by floods, and such major floods happen at least once a year in India, the native country of my family. However, when I asked by grandparents, when they were young, such events were not as big, and only happened once a decade at most. Such a change happening over such a short time is a major issue, and the worst part is it is happening to the poorest countries, the same countries whose ecological footprint is lower than the fair share. So I ask you now, how is that fair? Why is it that the richer countries get to enjoy a luxurious lifestyle at the expense of the poorer countries, other creatures, and out planet. Saving the environment and preserving our planet should be the duty of everybody, not just a few countries.

I'm beyond willing to take a step, and many more steps down the road to improve my environment, and reduce my carbon footprint. According to the results I received after calculating my carbon footprint, the most overused category was what happens and occurs at home.  Showers, air conditioning, and heating usage deeply affected my results, and in acknowledging this, I push myself to change it for the greater good of our planet. 

Reducing my shower minutes to less than five minutes,  bundling up, and having to rely less on the air and heating units in my home, would undoubtedly lower my carbon footprint.  Staying and being comfortable is where I find myself to be most.  In such warmth from the water to the atmosphere, it would be a very big challenge that I would take on and am willing to do, to be less comfortable and more inclined to temporality be uncomfortable.

By reducing shower temperature and time, as well as not excessively relying on the heating and air conditioning; our family's overall water and energy bill costs will lower as well as reduce water usage so that we don't further contribute to another drought season.

Nowadays, we have to stop using plastic. For my part, I live on an amazing island, with many sea animals, so we must protect them from all the dangers of pollution. Obviously, plastic is a big problem, we have to reduce the use of plastic as much as possible. Thus, it can be replaced by cardboard to prevent them from suffocating.

honestly I don't think we could ban plastic. It's everywhere, we use it more than we know we are using it.
I've read somewhere that there's plastic is in your shampoo, towels and detergent. (not kidding)

Yes we cant really ban plastic since it is out everywhere but we could at least try to reduce it and have a limit to it. We could do that in certain ways just we need to spread awarness it how to do it.

Yes we can't really ban plastic since it is out everywhere but we could at least try to reduce it and have a limit to it. We could do that in certain ways we juct need to spread awarness in how to do it.

We cannot really ban plastic, but we can reduce the use of plastic.

About 300 million tonnes of plastic waste are made by human beings every single year. This shows that we can not put a full ban on plastic since people use it every single day. We use it for our transportation, electronics, technology, packaging, construction, etc. If we did ban plastic then a lot of these would not be able to be produced. We can add a limit on the number of plastic products used in packaging, a limit on plastic bags a store can give, and we could find other sustainable materials to replace plastic. But, banning plastic bags and bottles could help the Earth more.

I agree to the fact that we cannot ban plastic but that doesn't mean we can't replace plastic with other reusable or recyclible materials such as wood ,metal and paper .I have noticed that some fast-food companies in my city have replaced the plastic straws with paper ones.I would like to know what changes your local stores or shops have made?

Banning plastic is a very good idea, but it is not very realistic. Too many people rely on the manufacturing of plastic for everyday products because it is very useful and can be made in to almost anything. Plastic still has a huge impact on the planet and all the different species that get caught up in it though, so being able to reduce our usage of it can make a difference, ban or no ban.

Indeed, plastic, which is human waste, affects other species negatively. We need people to realize that we do not own this planet, nor do we live on it alone. There are millions of other species that we share this planet with. Plastic is one of many other ways that we hurt other organisms and our planet. We need to find a solution soon to stop the destruction of this planet.

I do agree with this statement because not only are we being selfish by dumping all of our trash into the ocean, but we are also harming ourselves as this leads to a dirtier environment for us to live in, it really is time to take action.

I do agree with this statement because not only are we being selfish by dumping all of our trash into the ocean, but we are also harming ourselves as this leads to a dirtier environment for us to live in, it really is time to take action.

I think it is pretty obvious to everyone by now how destructive plastic is to our environment. Some people have actually taken action by doing things like not using plastic straws and bags, but it is much more than that. There are way more things that contain plastic than people know, like gum and detergent. I think people should be more educated on more things they can do to reduce plastic waste beyond the basic things they already know.

global warming poses a huge threat to not only our wellbeing, but also the planet. however there are solutions to reducing global warming - maybe not all the way - but still better than before. a few of them are as follows

- bring. your. own. shopping bags. plastic is indeed harmful to the environment, especially the ocean. by bringing your own reusable shopping bags, you're helping reduce the big global warming problem the world has.

- turn the lights off. this is really just common sense, when lights aren't necessary, turn them off and keep them off.

- consume less. keeping your consumption low reduces carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere.

Our actions towards making the Earth greener and more clean have been too naive. We need to be more aggressive and serious towards cleaning the Earth. Most governments try to persuade individuals that they're taking actions to clean the Earth. But most do minimal to no action towards cleaning our Earth. This results in greater damage towards the Earth. In order to clean our Earth, we need to have a brighter and aggressive approach towards cleaning/persevering the Earth.

I  believe that one of the biggest factors influencing global warming is the excess of natural resources. The greenhouse effect that is currently being created is also due to human overexploitation of natural resources namely fossil fuels, ores, water, soil, but also biodiversity.
  Given the fact that they are nonregeneable resources, I do not support exaggeration în their use, but recommend moderate use.

Hi, I totally agree with you, I think the uncontrolled consumption of natural resources it is a crazy thing! I want to open a small question about global warming and the effects it is taking in the place where I live. Year after year I'm seeing the increasing of catastrophic events, floods, melting glaciers and enormous damage to flora and fauna. The bees are going to disappearing and the soils are increasing fragile due to drought!!!

I agree where i live in calfornia there has also been a major increase in catastrophic events such as severve wildfires, droughts, and flooding. This has caused me to think of the effects of our personal carbon footprint. While on the large scale mass production and usage of natural reasouces is extremely harmful, we as humans are supporting this mass usage of natural reasources whether this be through using heat, elctricty, or the cars we drive. I think the first step to solving global warming is focusing on ourselves first.

I agree, I believe that instead of using natural resources to fuel our inventions, using renewable energy such as wind would keep the natural resources, while preventing the spread of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

I think this perspective on the issue is very well thought out. While we take from the planet, we should also be finding new ways to give back to it so that we are not constantly killing it. There are many different kinds of renewable energy that we could use instead of fossil fuels but it takes more than just that. Being able to change our lifestyles is a huge factor that really does make a difference. By using less electricity and saving water by turning the sink off while we brush our teeth and taking shorter showers, we can all help our planet.

Global warming is a serious issue and it is doing some major damage to our planet. If we want to protect the Earth, then we need to start changing our lifestyles now, not later.

Drastic action needs to be taken quickly in order to combat climate change, and widespread sacrifices of lifestyle need to be made. As it seems to be turning out, this burden, as well of those of rapid and useful innovation to find solutions to global warming, are falling on the current younger generations to bear. It is the duty of every person with the ability to reduce, reuse, and recycle to do so, to adopt composting, to turn off lights and sinks when they aren’t being used, and to buy electric vehicles. If these standards aren’t met, it could soon be our duty to eat only vegetables and insects, and to deny themselves international travel. These are quotas that I am willing to meet for the sake of our planet, but still not a situation I want to see humanity face.

As kids, it may seem difficult to change your family's carbon footprint, especially since we are not the ones in control. But there are many things we can do instead! First off all, we can educate ourselves and our parents on issues like global warming and climate change, as well as the ways that we can help reduce our carbon footprint. This might encourage them to reduce their carbon footprint, and possibly changing their habits in order to limit the amount of greenhouse gases they are producing. We can also set an example at places like school, and frequently recycle and reuse materials.

We can also reduce spending on things like clothes, especially when we don’t need it. Even though things may seem like we are not in control, we can do so much for the world and educate everyone about the issues that are happening, along with the importance of it. We can make an effort and make an impact! Even if just a couple people change their habits because of what they learn from you, it makes a difference for our world.

The overuse of plastic is really harming the environment. It's not fair to marine life to keep using their habitats as trash cans. It's estimated that 13 million metric tons end up in the ocean each year. To do your part, reduce your plastic use. Use a metal straw, a reusable water bottle, whatever you can think of. Save your planet !

Our planet is undergoing severe climate changes, pollution and waste killing millions and billions of animals, and so much more. Most of these are caused by people's Carbon Footprints. Now it's time for action. Let's try to buy only the things we need, recycle things that can be recycled, save energy by turning off the lights or any electronics when we're not using them, and whatever else we can do to lower our carbon footprints!

It's pretty easy though~ just try your best to save Earth! We can use green things to stop harming the environment. For example, save power by turning off the lights and air conditions when you don't need them.

Now it's time for us to take action to save our environment and our planet. We should stand up and make a change by being a volunteer to clean our community, recycle plastics or aluminum, shop wisely, stop littering, and plant trees. Sometimes people don't care much about our environment, but we have to do something for them to know and care about our surroundings.

Start making more sustainable purchases. Count down on the use of plastics as well!

Guys it truley isen´t that hard. We are harming the enviorment because of humans doing movments without them even relizing. For example we forget to turn the lighs off when we leave a room. We use the car too much or we never recyle and more. Those are really simple to fix for example instead of cars we can use our bikes or even walk to get around places. We can reycle eavry now and then for example each Tuseday and from there it increases.

So help me find more solutions and topics that we can fix togethers.

I think that we have to do something now.
In my personal opinion in these years we prefer to use the car or some public transport, but this isn't normal.
I also think that when we want to hang out with some of our friends we should go
by bicycle or maybe we should do a walk.
And now the price of gasoline is higher, which is one more reason to go for a walk with our friends.

Yes, I agree that if we want to hang out with friends we should go by a bicycle or a walk but if we are going long distances it is more necessary to use a vehicle especially if you aren’t living in an urban area with different sources of transportation.

I agree. I personally live close to a lot of places and feel like I should walk places more. Although during the winter months it is often to cold to walk places so this is not always an option. But with the right weather, walking can be an enjoyable way to help save the environment one step at a time.

You can also use bus lines or the train, public transports are often faster than cars because you have to find a place to park. They are cheap and it helps to reduce the CO2 emission. Walking or riding a bicycle is good when you live in the city.

I agree that we must try and use less vehicules, in winter it is more difficult but if you cover yourself well it can be possible.

Hello, yes I totally agree with you, we have to act now. Taking the bike and the public transport, or walking are good options. The world is corrupted by money and so much business is put in petrol.

This is a great point. I found additional information on this topic in a search I conducted which points out the fact that transportation alone makes up around 30% of carbon emissions globally. Of these emissions, upwards of 70% are produced from cars alone. Many of these comments have mentioned biking or walking to destinations instead of driving. Although these options may be viable for certain distances and climates, not everyone will be able to completely remove vehicles from their lives. Because of this, it is important to recognize that there are additional ways to reduce transportational emissions. Some of these ways include carpooling, accessing public transportation, or, if you can afford it, invest in an electric or hybrid car.

I think walking and biking is nice when you live in the same city. But when you are far from your friends you can use public transport. Indeed it is better to use public transport than our own vehicle. It allows to reduce our CO2 emission.

Yes this is a good idea to walk to places and bike and use publoc transportation. But this isent alwas suitable for the types of persons that why we humans like to use cars more then that because we find it more simple and suitable. I think we can also use elecric cars even thougth it dosent do much of a difference it still helps! We can also find ways for humans to prefer puboc transportation instead of there cars. But it also takas time to find public transportation that is willing to take you from one place to another.

If we don’t turn lights off whenever we can, then that will waste electricity. Wasting electricity causes the hole in the North top to grow bigger, making climate change even worse and creating other problems to our world. This isn’t just certain people’s responsibility, everyone has to do this to save our planet Earth from being destroyed just because of the hole on top.

I agree because wasting electricity is bad and can lead to a bigger problem.

plastic waste contributes to climate change because when it breaks down it releases green house gasses. The sunlight and heat causes it to release methane and ethylene as the plastic breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces. Therefor reducing our waste it important as well as taking care of the plastic that already exist.

Im going to re use a water bottle

Same. Reusable water bottle should help

I will use tote bags for my grocery's instead of plastic bags and or paper bags

I can agree that i should definitely start using reusable water bottles instead of bringing the plastic ones everywhere

Yes I agree we can reduce plastic by many ways for example one of them as you mensioned is starting to use reusable water bottles instead of polluting plastic ones. But we have many diferent types of ways to reduce. For example another way it to reduce gas (cars and vehicles). One another way is to use your own bags when you go to a shop instead of getting those plastic ones in the cashier. We just need to get people to lissen to our ideas on how we can reduce plastic waste.

I believe that we all need to switch from using fossil fuels to start using renewable energy to help effect climate change for the better. I think that most people need to start that so we can all make a difference in it. Like using solar panels instead of fossil fuels.

You make a good point. Renewable energy is just as efficient as fossil fuels, and it is much, much better for our environment. You make an extremely good point here.

use social media to share good climate habits!

Eating meat doesn't just kill animals but is also one of the world's largest GHG contributors. According to a global assessment made by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, livestock emits 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. 65% of livestock emissions are produced solely from beef and dairy. Ruminant meat produces 250 times more greenhouse gasses per gram of protein than those of plant-based foods. Everything counts when it comes to climate change whether it is choosing not to get a burger at your favorite restaurant or saying no to meat altogether.

I agree with you. In fact, the process about the making of meat require a lot of water, for the production of only one kilogram of meat, 15,000 liters are needed. Meat is one of the largest distributors of greenhouse gases that negatively affect climate change. That's why it's necessary to stop eating meat, as you said, not only will it reduce the slaughter of a few animals, but it will also reduce a large share of greenhouse gas emissions. It is totally possible to reduce the consumption of meat because reducing meat consumption will not have a negative impact on human health. On the contrary, meat can be replaced by vegetable protein which can have positive effects on human health.
Actually, the reduction of meat consumption can not only have positive effects for the environment but also for human health.

I think consuming meat is harmful to the environment, they should change burger patties with veggies patty to save the environment.

I think that it will be pretty much impossible for everyone to stop eating meat, but I still do agree that not eating meat can help the environment. I just think we don’t need to be so extreme with it. It will still be beneficial to the environment if everyone doesn’t eat meat at least 3 days a week and it will be more likely to happen since the meat-eaters wouldn’t feel so attacked.

I think that if everybody were to stop eating meat, it would help a lot with the climate change but honestly, i don't think we could do that.

also if everyone stopped eating meat it would the animal population but its not possible for everyone to stop eating meat.

I think that everyone should be vegetarian or vegan. its good for the environment and also for our health. if everyone stopped eating meat the world would be a better place overall.

I agree with you that if we all stopped eating meat, the world would be a better place. However, to think more rationally, we could do our part by just reducing meat consumption as of now. I believe that even by reducing meat intake, we can make a huge difference. Meat and fish in small quantities can be a great source of protein for humans. According to Healthline.com, “Meat is an excellent source of protein and several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, niacin, and selenium”. I understand that you can get protein in many other ways, but meat is one of the best sources. As I said above, reducing meat, especially red meat, can significantly impact your carbon footprint and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. According to NYTimes, “So, according to a study this month in the journal Scientific Reports, if everyone in the country reduced their consumption of beef, pork, and poultry by a quarter and substituted plant proteins, we would save about 82 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year”. I love animals and want to help stop climate change in the most ways possible, but it has been hard to cut meat from my diet entirely from personal experience. I respect people who are vegetarians and vegans, and I slowly hope to get there soon. For now, I have tried hard to cut the amount of meat I eat. I think reducing your meat intake to 2-3 days out of the week can keep you healthy and help the planet.
Links to sources:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/me … 20selenium.
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/21/clim … -meat.html

Yes I agree with you, but meat is good for our health.
For example : I suffer from anemia ( anemia is an abnormal drop in the level of hemoglobin in the blood). In the red meat, there is iron which is good to make anemia disappear. For it, I eat meat once a week. When I eat meat I fell better. Of course I don't consume a lot of meat.
However, I against to kill animals obviously

I dont agree with you in my opinion we are like all the other animals and we need to eat meats for being in good health

I think we shouldn't stop eating meat, but we should try to reduce. For example, we can eat vegetarian once a week at school.

I agree and disagree with this post. Eating meat can be a healthy thing and it can help with things like iron deficiency but as a community, we eat way too much meat which is what is causing all of these problems. The meat that we do eat should come from the wild not born and bred in factories especially cows because of the amount of methane that they release into the atmosphere. “To produce 1kg of wheat, 2.5kg of greenhouse gases are emitted. A single kilo of beef, meanwhile, creates 70Kg of emissions.” This fact in itself should be what tells people to stop factory farming meat, but if that’s not enough, meat production is responsible for ⅓ of the greenhouse gasses released into the air. Meat production is not only bad for the environment but for the animals as well, in factory farms animals are crammed together in cages way too small for them and fed food whose sole purpose is to make them fat, and then they are slaughtered. Climate change is real and it's predicted that if greenhouse gasses keep getting released into the environment at this rate then by the end of this century around ⅓ of natural food production will be at risk. This is not a drill, this is happening to our planet and we need to do something about it, you can start by cutting down or stopping your meat intake.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment … tion-study

I agree that we should reduce the amount of meat we eat but i think it would be going a few to many steps a time to say we should stop eating it entirely.

I a going to use cold water when i am washing clothes

I should do these things because than my carbon footprint would be at least a little lower

We are in a climate emergency. A survey was published in 2020 that included results from 15 major producer countries stating that by 2030, the amount of “global gas output” is predicted to increase the most between 2020 and 2040. It estimates that the global gas output is going to be about 71 percent higher than the 1.5°C limit established by the Paris Agreement, an international treaty for climate change, which is to limit global warming to less than 2°C. The estimated amount of coal would be 240 percent higher, the amount of oil 57 percent higher, and the amount of fossil fuels 110 percent higher. In order for this agreement to be kept, the production of fossil fuels must start declining now. We must also note that it is impossible for us to stop contributing to climate change altogether, as some of our daily needs require driving and using food concealed in plastic packaging. However, it is also important to note that we as individuals have an impact on climate change and should do whatever we can to reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses we emit into the atmosphere. Climate change is not going to get better, and we cannot let it continue getting out of hand.
   
Some things that we can do to help:
-    turn off your lights, fans, and other appliances when not in use
-     use blankets or space heaters as opposed to full house heaters (or vice versa when it’s hot)
-     replace light bulbs with lower energy light bulbs
-    use public transportation more frequently/ carpool
-    eat less red meat
-    spread the word, take action, be the first in your family, community, town, to step up.

Article: https://news.un.org/en/story/2021/10/1103472

i believe that dams need to be removed because they emit a lot of greenhouse gases.

We need to move away from blaming consumers for global warming. Not only is the impact a single person contributes to global warming extremely negligible, but a lot of it is unavoidable. According to an article by Harvard Political Review, "While it remains important for individuals to make more sustainable consumer choices, they must also be aware of such changes’ limited efficacy." We can be hyper-focused on our carbon footprint and make little to no difference, or we can rally against the real problem when it comes to global warming - money-hungry politicians and corporations. By getting local politicians into office who genuinely care about global warming and want to protect people, we can start to make a real difference. To be clear, I am not advocating for purchasing anything you want with no regard for the consequences. However, by switching to more effective forms of climate activism, everyday people can begin to create true change within their communities as well as in society.
Source:
https://harvardpolitics.com/climate-cha … nsibility/

By driving a car, buying a pair of sneakers, or grilling a steak, you contribute to the emission of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. It is your carbon footprint. And this increase in greenhouse gas emissions has a direct impact on global warming.
Knowing our carbon footprint can help limit the impact of our consumption on the environment, which is why there are different methods to reduce it, such as; Consume local and seasonal products, using reusable shopping bags and avoiding products with excessive plastic packaging, using the bicycle or public transport, unplugging electronic devices and not leaving the phone plugged in when the battery is already charged, all these ideas will make you reduce your carbon footprint. carbon, and improve the environment

I agree, in my highschool we are trying to reduce our carbon footprint by using cardboard cups instead of plastic cups. We are also trying to remove the tar from the schoolyard so that some plants can grow in the schoolyard. To  make the students aware of the urge of the situation we often organize events about climate change. For example this week is "the ecological change week". I think that public spaces like schools, hotels, retirement homes, ect should try to reduce their carbon footprint.

People should start donating instead of throwing things away such as clothes, old toys or house items, and electronics. They can also save food or share it with neighbors and family members.

I totally agree with you, i also think that a lot of people throw away clothes that they don't use, when they can easily donate them, but the problem is that many people don't know how easy and useful is to donate something.

I agree with you, maybe we can reduce the pollution that the industries produce if we donate our old clothes to someone, like some friends.
I also think that it can be a good idea to share our food with neighbors.

I agree with all you strongly, thrifting clothes benefits you and other people a ton. Also composting and using the compost for manure. Toys like all you said are also great for re using because most of them use SO much plastic and can’t be recycled but they definitely can be reused!!

I 100% agree that lots of people throw away clothes that are unnecessary to them and donating to Goodwill or a local thrift shop is a much more sustainable way to get rid of clothes that you no longer need!

I agree that we need to start thrifting our clothes rather than throwing them away. Or we could sell them to other family’s. We could do similar things with plastic, we need to recycle it and or reuse it in many other ways.

Hello ! I also agree with all of you , we really need to start donating instead of throwing our clothes , toys , electronics and other things away . We could sell them, maybe give them a second life , recycle , transform them to make something new or even give them to charity  and give to other people who really need it . Like for exemple using old clothes and transform them to something new . Theres other ways to help but you get my point , we should really consider reusing to help our planet .

I believe that we need to start cleaning up the world because all the littering has been harming our world and the wild life for too long. Lots of plastic has been ending up in our ocean and it's hurting so much of the marine life by eating it. Plastic is also another reason of pollution. It also harms our food and our health, it is contributing to climate change.We need to start picking our waste/trash.

I agree, we are harming Earth. We all need to start cleaning/recycling.

I completely agree. Humans have polluted the Earth for long enough, and we need to start cleaning it up. But people say this all the time, what we need is action. So how can we start to "clean up" the world? First, there's the issue of plastic. People need to recycle and reuse whenever possible. When you see plastic on the beach or on the side of the road, you should pick it up and recycle it. Bringing reusable bags when shopping and investing on a reusable water bottle would help cut down on plastic accumulation. Scientists and engineers have been working on creating new recycling systems, and funding would be helpful for this as well. Harmful artificial fertilizers and pesticides also poison the Earth. Growing your own or buying organic food is best. Composting your food and using that compost in a garden would also help clean up the Earth. Another example is using long-lasting lightbulbs. These are just some examples of how to help clean up the world. Everything helps!

I totally agree with everything you guys have said about using recycling and reuse to clean up the world. However, I also feel that it's critical to emphasize the importance of reducing the amount of waste production. When talking about waste problems, people often turn to cleaning it up and forget to look at the systems that created the problem in the first place. Take plastic pollution as an example. There are many organizations and efforts to clean up our oceans and beaches, and to help suffering marine life––they essentially seek to remove the pollutant and clean up the problem. This is an important action, but without reducing the production of plastic and changing the consumption patterns that have polluted the oceans, clean-up can't really create long-term change for the planet. Cleaning up is only effective when real change is happening at the source. While it’s still important to recycle and build better systems for it, more recycling will not solve plastic pollution or our overconsumption and waste problems. We have devoted most of our time, energy, and resources to recycling in the past few centuries simply because it is the easiest. It does not threaten corporate business models and supply chains based on throwaway, disposable consumer goods. But in order to solve the problems we have created, we have to move beyond individual efforts, and think big picture; we have to rethink the economy. We have to move towards reuse systems that will alleviate the single-use, throwaway economy that has been normalized and shaped the way we as humans interact with our planet. A system I can think of would be the Next-Gen Cup, working to implement different reusable cup policies with different businesses across many different countries. They follow the format of the circular economy. Imagine a to-go cup that can be reused again and again––that is the basis of their system.

Schools are one of the largest public sector consumers of energy, producing the equivalent of 18 coal-fired power plants or 15 million cars each year. That usage is also the second-largest source of expenses for districts. Because of this, schools have the responsibility to take action to combat their contributions to the carbon footprint. Schools have the ability to help lower greenhouse gas emissions while also saving money. They can reduce energy usage through renewable sources like geothermal heating and cooling, LED lighting, and solar energy. Electrical school buses may seem like a big investment, but they can greatly reduce emissions that come from diesel powered buses, which create air pollution that harms not only the climate but also student health (https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/uk/21/ … -footprint). I know that our school produced wind energy with a windmill, and we are getting some electric buses in the future, and we compost, but I think we need to continue to integrate energy efficiency into our school systems, whether that is with recycling, sourcing local food, using eco-conscious suppliers, decreasing the school’s heat loss and need for heating and cooling, or eventually installing EV chargers.

Thrifting is a term coined for going shopping at thrift stores, a store selling donated clothes and other household goods. And while second-hand clothing continues to be largely utilized by lower class shoppers, this has actually shifted towards individuals of a higher socioeconomic status—especially the middle class. However, while more middle class shoppers are turning to thrifting, statistics show that higher-income individuals continue to be less likely to purchase thrifted items. In fact, there was a study conducted by a student at UC Berkeley that states that “the odds of shopping for furniture, clothing, and housewares at thrift stores were four times higher for those from the lower income category than those from the higher income categories.” We see that while more middle class consumers have been drawn to the popular choice of thrifting, higher-income shoppers continue to steer away from buying second-hand items.

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I thought that my carbon footprint would be somewhat smaller, but even with that, I believe that the best way to reduce it is by buying more local products to avoid transportation.

My total CO footprint per year is 2,954 kgs.
In Spain the average is 6,968 Kgs and worldwide the average is 3,791 Kgs.
My categories: transportation is the one with the least quantity (109 Kgs) and in food is the most (1,645 Kgs). I also consume 905 Kgs at home and 295 Kgs in shopping.
To lower my carbon footprint... I must lower the amount of the food category (example= consume local foods). I should also lower the level of the home (example= turning off the lights and closing the taps when I don't use them).

I thought that my carbon footprint would be somewhat smaller, but even with that, I believe that the best way to reduce it is by buying more local products to a

I thought that my carbon footprint would be somewhat smaller, but even with that, I believe that the best way to reduce it is by buying more local products to avoid transportation.

It do be time for dat action

Since students and younger kids are becoming more aware of Earth and our carbon footprint, we have the opportunity to do what it takes to save what is left of our planet. By doing the carbon footprint challenge, I have learned so many important things that I didn’t know before and I’m positive that other students feel the same way. We now have the opportunity to spread our knowledge among others and do what is right. Now it’s time for action.

In order to take action, we must start using healthier eco-friendly resources. For example instead of plastic bags, cups, straws, etc. we must use reusable bags, cups, straws, etc. Also instead of using plastic toothbrushes, we could use bamboo ones or just reusable electric ones. It all starts with one person. Tell your family and friends about brands that are good and other reusable products that are nice and make a change. We must take action before it's too late.

Do you know how many plastic bags end up in the ocean every single year? There is an estimate of around 300 million plastic bags that end up in the atlantic ocean every single year. If you do the math correctly that's around 821918 plastic bags every single day. Can you imagine how much marine wildlife can be saved if every person uses a reusable bag instead of a plastic one? Please, next time you go shopping, or anywhere that involves the use of plastic bags, think for a moment how much more it would benefit not only you, but the environment as well, if you use a bag made of fabric, or paper.

Have you ever thought about how many resources go into making your new clothes? “The total greenhouse gas emissions from textile production currently stands at 1.2 billion tonnes annually and accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions.” Thrifting is so much better, you get to reuse clothes and might even find something cute/cool to wear. It also goes against fast fashion. “The global fashion industry produces over 92 million tonnes of waste per year.”

Scientists have come up with many big earth clean up projects. We do not have to come up with a big project like them. We can start with the little things, for example trying not to use plastic or if we do recycling it, not littering, or educating others about how we need to clean earth. Everyone matters.

Although most people hear the three Rs many times in their life, they are actually a very important rule to follow in order to help reduce pollution and your carbon footprint. An easy example of this is plastic. Even though recycling plastic bottles may be much better than throwing them away or littering, reusing them before recycling helps you to use less plastic overall which will cause your footprint to go down. However, reusing plastic bottles does pose risks to yourself, so it is even better to reduce than to reuse or recycle. An easy way to do this is by getting a reusable bottle. Not only are you reducing the risks of reusing a non-reusable plastic bottle, but you are also cutting down your plastic use tremendously. By following the three Rs, you can help to cut down pollution by a large amount with minimal effort.

Did you know using hot water increases your carbon footprint by a lot compared to using room temperature water? Although it may be a part of your daily routine, using hot water for a relaxing shower, is not good for our environment because the hot water in your showers is made by electricity. Taking cold showers is actually very good for your health. Taking cold showers releases endorphins which are good for your mental health. If sacrificing hot showers is too much for you, take short showers.

Want to lower your carbon footprint? Although it may not make much of a difference turning off the tap water when not using it for a few seconds, increases your carbon footprint. Just by turning off the water while you brushing your teeth in the morning and before bedtime, can save up to 8 gallons of water, adding up to more than 200 gallons a month.

Is it really necessary to pay for that 50 cents bag? You could just carry a reusable bag instead of buying a new one every time you go shopping.Not only will you be saving money, you'll also be saving the environment.

I completley agree. It really takes no extra effort to bring a few extra reusable bags when you go shopping. Not only does it save you money, but it also helps save the environment. Which makes it completely worth it.

Going shopping and spending 5~10 cents for a plastic bag? The better choice is to just bring along a cheap reusable bag for shopping. You don’t even have to carry it around every time you're about to go shopping, you can just store it in the storage compartment in the front of your car. Using a reusable shopping bag not only gets rid of your plastic bag collection but also helps the environment.

Hi, thank you for your comment and I agree with you! I used to get a plastic bag every time I went shopping until I realized how wasteful it is. Now I use a reusable bag that is not only good for the environment but also looks nice to carry around. I suggest everybody stop using plastic bags and get a reusable bag.

Eco-friendly options like buying reusable containers, water-saving and efficient appliances usually cost more than their non-green counterparts.
This also directly relates to human ethics. Buying cheap things made through underpaid and unsafe work saves a lot of money but also supports an extremely wrong industry. Compare this to buying things made in your home country, where every worker is paid a livable wage and all materials are environmentally friendly. It's obvious that it would cost a lot more.

I agree with this. While these re-usable items are a lot better for the environment, they cost more to produce and buy. Because of this, many people just decide to get the cheaper option, which while saving them money, will not have very good effects for the environment.

I see your point about eco-friendly options being more expensive, however, it is better than having so many bad stuff in our environment, such as plastic. I agree with your second paragraph, though as buying cheap things, such as clothes, but it is extremely unethical, as the workers are most likely underpaid.

I thoroughly agree with you. Sweatshops and other unsafe factories based on unprotected labor regulations save a lot of money, but are also very unethical. Usually, these products are made with non eco-friendly materials, since they’re so cheap. Organizations that use eco-friendly materials usually have more expensive products. While buying eco-friendly products is good for the environment, people have to recognize that we cannot do this unless the lines blur between classes and poorer people have access to much more money. -Rainn

I have to agree with you. Most of the products that Americans use are actually not from America but from other countries like China or countries that are not that rich. They make them from cheap materials that they ship to America and they get sold for a bigger price and get used for a year and get thrown out into the oceans.

Cars and other forms of transportation make negative impacts on the environment and air pollution. They emit carbon dioxide, along with other major greenhouse gases, thus causing worldwide temperatures to increase.  Ways to decrease this affect, is by carpooling, using public transportation, walking, using vehicles that don’t require gas, etc. These changes are quite small, but extremely effective and will have a positive impact on the environment.

Companies claim to have recyclable plastic bottles but that is false. Only about 9% of plastics are recycled and they will be reused a few more times and they to will join the other pieces of plastic in the oceans. The government should fund scientists to make actual recyclable plastic.

We should have done this a long time ago but we should ban or limit the use of cars that need gasoline. The government should fund companies that want to make electric cars like tesla. Electric cars will also cost half as much as a gasoline car from a study of the university of michigan.

Even with the smallest contribution, it’s possible to help our planet. I’m sure ALL of you have heard this many, many times, but it’s true. Whether it’s by recycling (even if it’s for the money), biking, using reusable bags, and relying less on gas, YOU can be the change. This lessens the amount of plastic and greenhouse gases in the world, and if we all contribute, the effects of our efforts will be seen on a much larger scale.  So if possible, please recycle, please reuse, and please help save our Earth.

- AS (ML)

Many people just push this aside. They don't think that the pollution is that bad. At the rate we are growing, scientists have confirmed that in 10 years, the air would be over 60. We need to change our lifestyle and though the change might be hard at first, we will get used to it overtime and save this planet a little longer.

This may be more of a tertiary prevention than an actual change, but we could completely ban the usage of fossil fuels, and instead use other forms of renewable energy. These could be things like Hydroelectric Energy,harnessing the wind,and solar. Nuclear energy could also be good, as it releases less radiation into the air as fossil fuels, and it's overall very efficient.

We cant just "ban" them.. it is going to take a lot of time and on top of that a lot of space for solar panels..  Watch this you tube video, it will explain more about it

If you damage the environment and stuff you are a sussy impostor and deserve to be ejected form the spasce ship.

This is absolutely correct. I am the imposter and I will name anyone with malicious intents towards the environment as a sussy imposter.

It's very sus to hurt the environment. I agree those should be ejected from the space ship.

yes this is very sus

its true

Hello everybody, I think that we have to be honest with ourselves, everybody wants to save the planet and be a good ecologist in this world. But I think that if we wanted to be a real ecologist we  would have to be an extreme ecologist because to defend a cause we have to be an exemple. I mean that our foot print has to be approximately equal to zero. But be this type of hero doesn’t exist because it has a price and no one wanted to take this responsibility. I think that nobody want ’s to renounce to our privilege so we do some little things to say that we are ecologist and be accepted in this society. But that will not change anything, one man’s action can’t change anything. You will certainly say me : « if everybody do this little action it will make a great thing », but just for exemple turn of the light when we go out of our room is really really insignifiant when we are wearing clothes which have travel the whole world in a plane. You can do what you want but for me a decided to be honest with myself and be happy to be in this beautiful capitalist world.

The reason the things we do to reduce carbon footprint can seem insignificant sometime is because most pollution and carbon emissions come from major companies around the world.

This doesn't mean it's not good to make an effort to reduce your carbon footprint when you can, though. And this world being capitalist is not really the best option for earth's future at the moment.

While it’s true that small actions like turning off lights make very little difference, this doesn’t mean we should accept our fate. Ignoring the problem is exactly what previous generations did that led to the current situation. It’s our responsibility to give future generations a chance to live. Instead, this just means that we need to make a radical change to the very way we think. For example, using your analogy, we would need to start manufacturing clothes locally and reduce the carbon emitted from shipping products around the world. (This also means we should dismantle capitalism, which is responsible for the current consumerist mindset that is leading to rising carbon emissions.)

It's true that our efforts might be insignificant, but that doesn't mean you just stop. You have to push for larger efforts to be made. I noticed you mentioned capitalism - in my opinion, capitalism is actually one of the main reasons why our climate is as bad as it is. @girlboss already made a great example of why capitalism makes things worse, you should read their comment thoroughly.

If you damage the environment and stuff you are a sussy impostor and deserve to be ejected form the spasce ship.

People can lower their carbon footprint by doing many things. This includes using renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal power. People can also  try to buy only things that they need to avoid wasting products.

Yes, but telling everyone this wouldn't change much. People like to live more comfortably than this, and plus if nobody bought what they wanted then a lot of products on Earth right now would go to waste.

Many people from the 60's - 70's are thinking about that they did not do anything and regret everyday not taking actions. They knew about all the problems but did not do anything. it is on mine era to take some actions and we can't wait to start anymore

Yes, we need to take extreme measures to slow down climate change before there is nothing we can do. But, every year that is one everyone says they will do but not enough measures are being taken place...

Throughout this challenge we have seen the many different ways people live their lives, how much they eat, how much energy they use. If we really want change and action in this world what can we do? This is the main question, obviously it's pretty hard to completely limit our carbon footprint, but there's always ways you could improve. Clearly with the recent events and extreme weather, we need to do something now, there's no time to waste. We as a world need to change our ways and limit are carbon footprints, we can walk/bike/public transport, we can become vegan, or even vegetarian if you can, obviously not everyone can do these things, but even the couple people who even attempt helping make a change which is very important as a world to get our carbon footprint down and help save the plant before it is too far gone.

I think we should have done something many years ago. We have known about the problem for around 30 years now and we have made very few changes in the past years. Yet, when the Covid-19 disease came up we made many changes in a short amount of time. Why have we not taken such actions when it comes to climate change? I know we have tried to make some changes to slow down global warning but it has not been enough.

There are many small and simple things that you can easily get accustomed to that can have a huge impact on global warming. For example, using multipurpose bags will lower the amount of plastic going in the trash and eventually either into a landfill or into the atmosphere through burning every time you go out to buy groceries. Another example, simply recycling everything into separate bags will help a lot depending on if the garbage is properly disposed of after it has been collected.

to make a city more sustainable it is necessary to circulate in cities with non-polluting vehicles and means of transport: electric cars, trains, trams, electric bis.  we can make a city more sustainable even by putting green

The plastic in the ocean is a big problem. The money to rebuild the Notre Dame church is the same amount it would take to clear all the plastic from the ocean. We have to take action before it´s too late.

The world will be a better place if people recycle paper. In addition if people are more careful about wasting energy for example you should always turn off the light when you leave the room.

I agree with your statement. I don't think enough people recycle, instead they are using the ocean as their recycle and even their garbage. I think this is a disgrace and its rude. People could also reduce energy use by showering less and try using their heating system less, especially when you don't need it. What we could do to improve the world is invest in solar powered things, and get electric cars. We have until the end of the century to fix this and save our future.

Okay now I know that this doesn't have anything to do with climate change but I just wanted to say that I completely agree with what is being said here. Now onto the climate change stuff. Some stuff that I think we could do to help our planet is to install solar panels on the roof of your house (if possible), to eat less meat. another thing we could do is wear sweaters during winter, so you don't have to heat your house as much during winter.

i agree with you. not only should they recycle paper, they should be recycling everything that can be recycled. in my opinion, recycling things should be mandatory. I mean after all it really isn't that hard to recycle things. if we all recycle, it would reduce the sea pollution as many of our plastic, pop cans, paper bags etc ends up in the ocean. if possible, we should try to purchase things with less packaging. in addition to that, like the others said we should all try to shorten the time we are in the shower. during the summer, instead of turning on the AC we should open the windows or turn the fans on. if they have the privilege to have a choice between a car that is powered by gas or an electric and hybrid cars, they should definitely go for the electric or hybrid cars as it does not produce as much Co2 and it will improve our air quality.

I completely agree with your statement. We could start having less meat diet, taking shorter showers, reusable containers, electric cars, blankets instead of heaters, and many more actions to fight against climate change. Also us humans heavily rely on fossil fuel and if we don't reduce the usage of it the world would never be a better place. If we don't take action right now who knows when the earth would come to an end.

I agree. I think that recycling anything you can is a great was to prevent more carbon emissions. It won't solve the whole problem but it is easy and makes a difference however small.

Ecology is one of the most popular topics in the community, as it affects a person. For example, polluted air is an urgent problem of all industrial cities. Also, people  who do not throw out garbage without thinking about what will happen later can cause harm to nature. But I think in our time this should not be like this. We must protect nature.

Fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas) have, and continue to, play a dominant role in global energy systems. And we’re paying the price. Using fossil fuels for energy has exacted an enormous toll on humanity and the environment, from air and water pollution to global warming. That’s beyond all the negative impacts from petroleum-based products such as plastics and chemicals. But they also come with a lot of negative impacts. When burned they produce carbon dioxide and are the largest driver of global climate change. They are also the biggest contributor to local air pollution, which is linked to millions of premature deaths each year. As low-carbon sources of energy nuclear and renewables become available, the world needs to transition away from fossil fuels. This is really causing a big environmental problem but I think there's a way to fix it. We can replace fossil fuels with wind energy, solar power, geothermal energy, and tidal energy as being the future of our energy resources. What do you think? Let me know in the comments down below!
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I totally agree we do have to reduce burning fuels and move to more sustainable source of energy. However I do think we should acknowledge other huge carbon contributors such as agrobusiness. I believe agriculture emissions are 51% of the world's carbon in the atmosphere making it the largest carbon emission. Thisbeliveis mainly caused by cows releasing methane.

The climate emergency is no longer a phenomenon, it is a reality...

Because it is our project, our lives and those of many other living species on Earth in the future will depend on how we behave now. If we all do it, we can change the world !

Change your habits and be responsible !

I definitely agree. If we don’t change our ways soon we will be facing serious issues. Climate change is causing sea levels to rise and many of our costal cities are expected to be underwater by 2050 or sooner. Along with sea level rise we are facing mass extinction of many animals, ocean acidity, extreme weather and so much more. If we aren’t able to find a solution the whole world will be in danger.

Recycling your waste on a daily basis is a simple action that takes no time at all and helps save the planet.

How can we recycle all the stuff? Do we need to separate it into groups?

I definitely agree with recycling waste on a daily basis. I also believe we should try to avoid using single-use items like plastics and styrofoam. Along with recycling waste we can also try to reuse things before we recycle them. For example, donating old clothing to thrift stores or giving them to neighbours is a great way to reuse them.

With temperatures rising at rapid speeds, now is the time to act! Even small individual actions like recycling or choosing to walk instead of driving has impact. All of these individual actions help gain the attention of the government and huge corporations. We can send the message that unless we start to change, climate change will only grow.

We don't have much time until Global Warming effects are unsustainable for us humans. As the temperature keeps rising, sea-ice caps will melt nd cause for many costal cities around the world to go underwater. Already arid parts of the country will become even more unlivable and parts who have mild climates will go trough a hard time as many ecosystems will try to change locations. This is a huge problem and now is the time to act.

The world will be a better place if we recycle plastic

if we used fewer plastic bottles that we dispose of in the wrong way, the world's seas would be less polluted

The world will be a batter place if people use more renevable energy

The world will be a better place if will we reuse plastic bags to reduce the pollution

The world will be a better place if people use public transport and the bicycles

The world will be a better place if people don't waste food.

The world will be a better place if people use renewable energy.

The world will be a better place if people recycle more plastic and they don’t throw away this  to not pollute  the ocean or the sea.

The world will be a better place if we go around by bike, on foot or by public transport.

The world will be a better place if all of us recycle plastic in order not to pollute the oceans and the environment

The world Will Be a Better Place if people go Cycling.

we all used electric cars

The world will be a better place if will we reuse plastic when possible.

The world will be a better place if we recycle plastic to save the planet

The world will be a better place if people use less water

By burning fossil fuels, cutting down trees, and raising livestock, humans are rapidly affecting the atmosphere and the earth's temperature. This adds massive quantities of greenhouse gases to the already existing ones in the atmosphere, amplifying the greenhouse effect and contributing to global warming. As a result of climate change, humans and wild animals are facing new survival threats. Droughts that are more frequent and serious, hurricanes, heat waves, rising sea levels, melting glaciers, and warming oceans can all damage wildlife, destroy their habitats, and disrupt people's livelihoods and communities.
Dangerous weather conditions are becoming more frequent and serious as climate change worsens. Heat waves and wildfires, as well as coastal storms and floods, are having drastic effect on cities and towns throughout the United States. We must significantly reduce global carbon emissions to prevent the worst consequences of climate change. However, we must also plan for the severe and foreseeable effects of carbon emissions, such as rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, ocean acidification, sea level rise, and an increase in the severity and frequency of extreme weather events.

We have forgotten that humans are not the only thing on this earth. We destroy our trees and forests. We should remember that we need tree in order to have oxygen. We have to start taking better care of our forests, trees, and plants.

In the past few decades, the temperature has risen because of human activity. Humans use processes that release carbon dioxide into the air, which absorbs the sun's heat. The atmosphere becomes warmer with this trapped heat, melting icebergs and preventing many species from surviving as they adapt to the new climate. Carbon dioxide makes up more of the atmosphere than ever before, and the amount of carbon dioxide continues to rise. In 1958, the average carbon dioxide concentration was 316 ppm. Today, the atmosphere has about 419 ppm of carbon dioxide, about a 32.6% increase in 63 years. The carbon dioxide comes from many sources. Most importantly, as factories and cars burn fossil fuels, they release carbon dioxide into our atmosphere. Cows also release carbon dioxide. We can stop adding carbon dioxide to the atmosphere by using alternative fuel such as electricity. We can also stop eating beef. I know not all people are willing to make these changes but if you have the bravery to try, then you will help our world.
Sources: https://e360.yale.edu/features/how-the- … t-matters/

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It's well known that forests (and obviously trees) are lungs of the Earth. But did you know that planting trees also reduce our carbon footprint? So, one research says that 46 planted trees can reduce 1 ton of carbon. Which is really important fact. Here I have more fun facts about trees for you:
           -trees can absorb and retain water
           -trees are important in helping to save energy by providing shade in urban
            environments
           -trees reduce peak temperatures
Do you know any interesting facts about trees? Or any interesting ideas how every person can help our planet with doing small things? (●'◡'●)

with global temperatures rising rapidly we need to act now to preserve the Earth before it's too late. Mankind is the main cause of climate change from emitting tons of greenhouse gases to dumping plastic in the ocean climate change is entirely our fault and it is our responsibility to fix it.

Climate change is affecting people everywhere and permanently, if we are not able to fix this soon there will be serious side effects (see youtube video below) and it's every one, for example the NY times says, “Every single county has some sort of climate threat that’s either emerged and is doing some damage right now or is going to emerge,”. This should scare you, climate change is a serious issue that needs to be taken care of NOW.

There are a few hacks that you can do to reduce your carbon footprints such as when you drive make sure to keep a light foot on the gas pedal because when you speed it wastes both your gas and money. Cruise control also helps reduce Co2 emissions while driving and it could also make your trip a little more enjoyable. You can also reduce your carbon footprint by reducing the time you spend idling while sitting in your car. Cars are a major contributor to the global climate change that is occurring right now it emits about 20 pounds of greenhouse gas for each gallon of gasoline being burned. So if we practice these steps and take them into consideration we will be able to make the world a more eco-friendly place.

After tracking my carbon footprint I noticed a few things that I do, that if I stopped doing or did less would make a big positive impact on my carbon footprint. Some easy things that I know I need to work on is turning off lights and un plugging things when they are done charging. Those might seem like simple tasks, but much too often I find my self in a rush out of the house and I leave a light on. If everyone, including me, had taking care of the earth in the back of our minds all of the time, little things like forgetting to turn the lights off would stop happening. If you think about it 7 billion people leaving the lights on in their house all day is no longer "little". Leaving the lights on is just one example of countless careless mistakes that we humans make daily. I challenge those reading this to think about one simple thing that you could do to help care for are planet.

After using the carbon footprint calculator I realized that most of my carbon footprint comes from my home. Due to COVID me and my family have been spending way more time at home, than we used to. Because we are all home now the lights are on more and, and more utilities are being used. I think that I personally could make sure that all lights are turned off when they aren't being used, and I could also make sure that I am not using things like AC and heat as little as possible. I also think that getting solar panels would really help. Since electricity comes from fossil fuels it creates greenhouse gasses, and using solar panels could help reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses we are producing. Also, my family has an electric car I can make sure that we drive the electric car as much as possible. I think that doing these things will help my carbon footprint go down, and will help reduce the amount of greenhouse gases I am producing.

there are many ways in which you can lower your carbon footprint through transportation one way is to carpool when going somewhere with a group of friends or even use public transportation, another way to lower your footprint is to buy an electric car this is one of the best ways to lower your carbon footprint while still using a car. another way that you can lower your carbon footprint is to bike or walk to places that are near to you. cars are the main contributor to the U.S' carbon emissions making up nearly 30% so using these techniques when traveling will help the planet greatly.

I agree. This school year has been very different for most people including me, so I was not able to take the bus. Instead I carpooled with 3 other people. By carpooling we are lowering vehicle emissions which has a very positive effect on the environment. Even though public transportation still contributes to greenhouse gases, it is a more responsible way to travel if you cannot bike or walk.

Sources: https://www.nsa.gov/News-Features/Initi … 0of%20smog.

Some people think "What's really the point, nothing I do will make a difference. I'm just one person". Thats not true! If everything thinks this way nothing will ever change. Little things will make a difference. Imagine if everyone stopped littering. That would make a huge difference. If you have a fixed mindset like that humans aren't going to get anywhere. It's easy. If you just reuse and recycle your things you are already making a difference. Doing something is better than doing nothing.

I completely agree. While our individual actions alone might not make that significant of an impact, everyone's actions combined are more powerful that some people might think they are. I've heard people make excuses like "Well, other people are littering, so it doesn't matter if I do too", but it does matter because everything that we do, whether they're small or big things, adds up in the end.

Definitely agree. All big movements start off small, even if your one individual action may seem unimpactful you have to remember that that's just the first step. Going into this mindset of trying to make a change, your small steps are just stepping stones to bigger and better goals that will grow with you as a person. You can always share your goals with other around you as well, and thats where the idea of all coming together to create change really comes in. Global change doesn't occur overnight, but our own individual changes can, and that really is the first step to global change.

Agreed. Not only will your actions help and make a difference, I think it can help you grow as a person as well. Doing something impactful can be so inspiring and make you feel good and if you're able to let people try and experience what you're doing to make a difference, they (along with the environment) will feel good too. Being able to change as an individual for the better can be hard but I think that if you're able to do it and inspire other people to change as well, it makes your actions worth it.

I completely agree. This is exactly the same when people say "It's just one small piece of garbage, it won't do anything." If everyone does it it's not just a small problem anymore. Most big organizations started by one person or a few people. Everything you do makes a difference. It doesn't matter if it's big or small, it still counts.

Yes I totally agree the small things do matter, we don't need to be perfect but at least try to make the small changes because if everyone does it, it'll make a big difference in the end.

I realized I need to make a lot of changes. I should eat less fast food. I should turn off my lights when I done using them. I need to use more resuable fod ans water containers. I need to be better at recycling. I need to take quicker showers as well.

Indeed. Every little thing helps when it comes to eating less or composting, it will help.

I definitely agree with this and I think that anything can make a difference at this point.

I agree. Doing helpful things such as recycling and reusing can make a difference, and it helps you feel better about yourself too.

In Australia, a river only a few kilometers from a fracking site has become flammable. Fracking is a process in which toxic liquids are used to extract natural gas from holes in the ground. These toxic liquids, after use, are left to sit, and can seep into nearby rivers. According to 350.org, several other places in the United States, Latin America, and South America also have toxic flammable water, all close to fracking sites. Fracking is a dangerous and terrible industry, and must be stopped at all costs, or damage to water and land will be deadly.

make sure to use materials as many times as you can before recycling/throwing away.

There are many ways to lower your carbon footprint, but not all ways are easy or doable. So here are some ways that are. Firstly, you can start watching what you eat, pay attention to how far your food traveled and try to buy locally grown things instead. You can also cut down on your carbon footprint by taking public transportation (safely) or even better, use a bicycle to go places local to you. I know that biking is a good way to get around and a much more economical alternative to riding in a gas-run car. I know that my transportation carbon footprint is lower than the average because I try to ride my bike or take an electric form of transportation. These are two ways to help you make a conscious effort in reducing your carbon footprint.

we could use cars less for local destinations, reuse clothes less, and get cars with more efficient fuel use

Try walking to close places instead of taking a car

Yes! Great way to save energy, while getting exercise and fresh air.

Yes. Cars release fossil fuels into the air which are harmful to animals, as well as humans. Walking rather than taking a car is very beneficial to the environment.

Yes, also use bikes instead of cars if you nead to travel somewhere under 5 miles

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Yes I agree.

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How can we as a community lower our collective footprint?

By everyone being aware on how much water, plastic, electricity, etc. we use.

As a community we can work together to clean and to be aware also could be vegan one to three days.

It could be free to use public transportation for a week to motivate people to use them rather than private cars.

we can start taking shorter showers and walking to places instead of using cars

We can reuse items and repurpose them instead of throwing them out.

We could compost more and save water by using a dishwasher instead of handwashing them.

Get more efficient and safe fuel like electricity.

For example, what can you do with an old pair of pants that you don't fit anymore? I would probably turn it into a bag. What would you do? What other items could you probably turn into something else?

You could also make art out of recycled material. You could also turn a plastic water bottle into garden pot.

You could make old things into new things but you could also donate your old stuff that you don't use anymore to those who are maybe less fortunate. But if you are thinking of throwing away like a plastic water bottle or a plastic bag, you could reuse these things or maybe use them for cleaning in your house or gardening outside.

There are many ways you can reuse things like old clothing or plastic bottles that you might get from the grocery store. One way that you can reuses clothing is turning it into a picnic blanket or maybe even a scarf. Some ways that you can reuse plastic water bottles are by turning it into a vase for flowers or filling it up with sink water to water your plants.

Great ideas!  I have a friend who buys old furniture from yard sales and thrift stores, then repaints it and resells it.

https://www.pinterest.com/deedeemama/repurposed-items/

Stop using fossil fuels a lot and think of better ways to get energy.

yes this is true we should stop using fossil fuel but fossil fuel is like more than half of or way to get energy, yeah people can put solar panels on their roof but sometimes it is expensive and also people don't allow them to put solar panels on their roof. We are slowly trying to convert to solar or electric energy.

One of the thing that is affecting our planet is how much we use cars. People are often talking about that we should start using electric cars way more because the aren't as bad for the environment. But isn't it more difficult and worse for the environment to make electric cars than "normal" cars? So does it pay off to make them even though their better for the environment when we start using them?

Yes, you could very much say electric cars are indeed worth it for the environment as they emit fewer greenhouse gases than petrol or a diesel car. If the electric car has no tailpipe or is completely electric, it won't produce any carbon dioxide when driving. This is very much important to the environment as using an electric car just for one year can save an average of 1.5 million grams of CO2, which is equivalent to four return flights from London to Barcelona. Although they are very healthy for the environment, the production of electric cars often creates higher emissions than producing a regular car. The lithium-ion batteries are the reason for the high pollution due to its manufacturing process. in order to reduce the emissions caused by the manufacturing of the batteries, people are now trying to figure out how to reuse them.

I think that electric cars are worth it because electricity is less expensive than gasoline which will save you money over time. Also electric cars are good for the environment by admitting less greenhouse gasses in to the atmosphere which gets trapped and starts climate change. You can also get a car like a prius which can use gasoline and electric. It uses less gasoline than other cars which will help the environment.

Heres a link to the information I used https://www.edfenergy.com/electric-cars/environment

The adaption of cars to be non-polluting could single-handedly change the way we look at transportation. Cars contribute to 75% of carbon monoxide pollution, and if that was significantly cut down, it would be a huge step - no leap, to a greener future. So yes, there is the upside of making a brighter future with your choice, but there is one big drawback. There is a huge paywall that comes with this choice. Any given electric car costs over 64,000 dollars on average while the average gas car is just under 10,000 dollars. This price, being exponentially higher, means that your choice comes down to how economically viable your current situation is. To conclude, the introduction of the electric car will significantly cut down on carbon monoxide pollution, but unfortunately there is a paywall to stop us from getting to that eco-friendly solution.

I believe that electric cars are worth buying rather than gas fueled cars. Electric cars are better for the air we breathe and are cheaper than gas cars. Since electric cars have no tailpipe emissions, we have cleaner are with more electric cars. They are also more cost efficient. The University of Michigan's Transportation Research found that the average cost to operate an electric car in the united states is $485, while the average cost to operate a gas powered vehicle is $1,117. About three years ago, my mom was picking me up from school and thick clouds of smoke started to come out of her tailpipe. We had to pull over and when I stepped out the car to take a breath, it smelled horrible and it was hard for me to breathe. This shows that gas fueled cars are bad for the environment and electric cars are more worth it.

I agree that electric cars are worth it. My family and I have 2 electric cars which we use to drive to sports events, to school, pretty much everywhere. We only use our gas car when we are driving to Tahoe and we need more room in the car and taking the electric car would take too many stops. We really like our electric cars and they have some very good benefits too. According to EverCharge,(https://evercharge.net/blog/electric-cars-vs-gas-vehicles-what-you-need-to-know/)  The electricity used for electric cars is cheaper than gas used for gas cars. In a six-year time period, an electric car will save you approximately 6,000 dollars. Also, as said before, electric cars cans save about 1.5 million grams of CO2 in just one year.

I think electric cars are worth it because it’s better for the environment. Gas powered cars emit greenhouse gases, such as CO2, into the atmosphere and these gases get trapped in the atmosphere. This can cause the temperature and climate to change. Now, although greenhouse gases are essential to support life on earth, too much can be very damaging to the environment. One day, I was standing on the sidewalk waiting to get picked up from an event I just attended, and this car drove by and a huge cloud of smoke from the car blew into my face and I could barely breathe. This incident wouldn’t have happened if it was an electric car that drove by me because electric cars produce zero direct emissions. This proves that electric cars are indeed worth it and a safer and healthier choice for the environment, plus, it improves the air quality.

I think it is worth getting an electric car, but I also think that they can be a little inconvenient sometimes. My family has not yet purchased an electric car because the cars we have work fine, so we don't need an upgrade, but if my family was ready to get a new car we might not get an electric car. This is mainly because we don't a convenient place to plug it in. Some of the good things about electric cars are that they contribute to cleaner air because they don't have an exhaust system, so they don't contribute to greenhouse buildup in the earth's atmosphere. Americans on average pay 15 cents per mile while driving gas-powered cars which adds up to a lot of money, so getting an electric car is cheaper in the long run than a gas-powered car. Electric cars don't run on oil, so you won't need to get oil changes and the brakes generally don't wear out as quickly. An argument against electric cars is that the production of the lithium-ion batteries cause significant emissions of carbon dioxide. However, improvements are being made in the production of the batteries. Here are the links I used:
https://earth911.com/eco-tech/pros-cons … -vehicles/

https://cleantechnica.com/2019/12/16/la … years-ago/

Gas cars need fuel, fossil fuel.
Electric cars seem to be less polluting, indeed, electric cars uses batteries that aren't renewable. Moreover, when you plug your electric car, some use solar panel, but some use electricity produced by nuclear plants, or heated engines fueled by combustion.
So both of them pollute.

Product electric car need specific materials that are extracted in developing country. Tesla cars looks ecological, but the extraction of cobalt, nickel or lithium are extremely polluting. Moreover, electric car's batteries aren't renewable, batteries's acid/lithium is also extremely polluting.

I would say that electric carS pollute more than gas car. Maybe the development of a new type of battery that costs less fossil materials, and battery that can be renewable, could make electric car more ecological.

Today electric cars don't worth it.

I believe that electric cars are for sure worth it, its just that some people can't afford them. As they continue making them, they will be cheaper and more people will buy them. Right now, companies like Tesla give off a luxury car look, which a lot of people like. Even if some people aren't trying to save the world, they are by getting a luxury car.

Electric cars are worth it because it doesn't require fuel to drive. It uses batteries and decreases pollution.

Using less excessive oils like coal or fossil fuels required for a normal car would produce less emissions,therefore less carbon would be emitted into the air and to help the world a little bit more.

I think Electric cars are worth it because it doesn't need fuel to drive, less pollution

Electric cars don't release gas into the air. And yes, that does reduce pollution. Which is a plus because pollution is a problem. They are more expensive, but they help   the world a lot. So I believe that electric cars are worth it.

I think in the long term it will be because studies have shown the less fuel we use, the more we are helping our environment.

I think electric cars are worth it. I think they are better for the environment. I have a hybrid and it uses less gasoline than other cars and that is also better for the environment.

Yes. Electric cars are worth it. Cars that use gasoline generate so much carbon dioxide and pollution, but electric cars do not, as they require battery. However, most people do not buy electric cars because of the price. Though it may be more expensive, people don't think about the price in the long run. To refill the battery it cost 1/4 of the price of gas. If you think of it that way is it worth it to you?

Yes. Electric cars are worth it because they don´t require fossil fuel. Electric cars use batteries which helps decrease pollution.

I think electric cars are worth it because a lot of the co2 that is released into the atmosphere is from normal cars and if we made the switch, it would help a lot. But currently, electric cars are unefficient because they have to charge for so long. I think the best situation would be to change reusable batteries. Like, you could go to an automatic station and change the battery that is standardized among all electric cars and that battery should be rechargable so that it can recharge and be reused again.

Do your part in composting and donating clothes if not used or need because 13 million tons of clothes are wasted and burned that release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases unwanted.

My teacher shared this website for us to help the Earth, just thought that some people might want to use it and share.

https://yourplanyourplanet.sustainability.google/

If anyone else has any other websites, feel free to post them here.

Start Recycling and composting more! Stop wasting food!

I completely agree. If we compost more, it can limit the amount of harmful methane gas released into the atmosphere (that contributes to global warming). Composting also encourages people to start their own gardens that help bees pollinate and collect nectar!

Anyone know any good stores to buy from that help the ecosystem?

Maybe Whole Foods. I heard they are pretty eco-friendly.

In Taiwan there is a store called Green & Safe (all their stuff is organic and don't use any toxins or GMO), but I'm not sure that they have it around the world.

We have to start NOW!!! at this moment do change and clean the oceans. There are a lot of oceans that are full of plastic and other kinds of briefs. Like in Bali are the beaches full whit thinks in it. People are producing millions of plastic bottles a day. So we have to change the wold now!!!!!

im am really with you on this subject if we dont start now it might be too late.

Yes, I completely agree. I think many oceans are full of plastics and other toxins. One example of this is the North Atlantic Garbage Patch. The patch is the size of Texas, and in one tow of the net, they picked up over 1,000 pieces of garbage. Many items in the patch are pieces of Plastic Bottles and Bags that have broken down but are still floating around in the water. The patch is so big now that some think it is irreversible to contain or try and get rid of. This patch is just the largest of many like it that are continuing to pollute the planet.

For this post, I used the site: https://www.discovermagazine.com/enviro … bage-patch.

@Elli12, I agree with you in the fact that we must act now and clean the oceans. As National Geographic described in their article, "We Made Plastic. We Depend on It. Now We’re Drowning in It." Laura Parker explains that of the 6.9 billion tons of waste humans create, of that waste only 0.6 billion tons are recycled. The oceans are becoming a trash dump for the 6.3 billion tons of waste we do not recycle. If we hope to save the world we need to do everything we can, from beach cleanups, to reusing and recycling. Also, many people fail to realize how much plastic is in the ocean closest to them. However, even if your beach has clear water, there are still hundreds, or even thousands of microplastics floating all around you. Microplastics small pieces of plastic that have been broken down over time. No matter where you are the plastic clean affect everyone.

Source: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/maga … sh-crisis/

Yes, I agree with you guys on this. There are so many places in the ocean that have billions of pieces of trash just laying on the surface and most people don't do anything about it. Trash is hurting many many animals in and out of the ocean. This constant build up of trash is polluting our plant.

I agree as well, plastic is very harmful to animals and there is a lot of it on the oceans.

Try to compost or take a bike to places that aren't to far

cars produce almost 75% of carbon.

https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-24021772

https://www.noaa.gov/education/resource … ge-impacts

https://climate.nasa.gov/effects/

https://www.epa.gov/climate-change

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ybW48rKBME

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl4Uv9_7KJE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLGgILUqbcc

As a person living in the US I feel like we need to do something about this. I think the reason for this is that the US is the biggest burner of fossil fuels and coal. And as technology advances to electric cars and renewable energy, gas and oil and coal are becoming obsolete as sustainable fuels for the future.

I completely agree. I am also a United States citizen, and I recognize that we are one of the largest consumers throughout the world. It should be our job to focus our innovation on a cleaner form of energy, I don't necessarily think electric cars are the answer, although I do agree with you that gas, oil, and coal are obsolete.

I think electric cars would help, but yes, not using as much coal, gas, and oil would definitely help out. Lowering our carbon footprint would be a huge benefit for our country. Reducing fossil fuels is a plus.

According to a new study, in order to keep warming to 2°C (which is still too much!) countries need to increase their Paris Climate Accord pledges by 80%!

https://www.washington.edu/news/2021/02 … t-targets/

That means we can do this but we have a lot of work to do!

What are you willing to do to help we as a species reach this goal?

I am willing to start eating less meat. I noticed that food was the highest part of my carbon footprint results. I know that changing my diet all of the sudden is going to be hard, but I want to decrease my carbon footprint. I plan on limiting myself to eating beef once a month and adding more vegetables to my meal. I have discussed this plan with my family, and we have agreed to see how it goes. I think that this will reduce my carbon footprint and increase my health.

Dear Keisha, yes I agree that food choices are "low hanging fruit" (haha) when it comes to readily available ways for most of us to make a difference in our personal carbon emissions. I also think your idea to do it little by little "and see how it goes" is a good approach.  It's important to maintain a balanced diet, and for many people, they are not aware of exactly how to replace meat with a plant based diet in a healthy manner.  It's important to do research!

I have been mostly vegan for 15 years now, and I'm as healthy as ever.  I also have gotten much better as a cook, with the challenge of making plant-based meals interesting and tasty.

I also realized that I should answer my own question in my original post!

I am going to commit to more focused political action to try to press my state and national political leaders to take bold action on cliamte change.  The new Biden administration talks about being committed to bold climate action - now we need to press them to ensure that this talk turns into tangible results.

I hadn't been eating meat because of taste, but now I have also given up dairy and feel much healthier.  Interestingly, foods taste so much better and I'm not as hungry on a vegan diet. I like that I'm doing something to help the environment at the same time.  I've also been shopping at the farmer's market more, and I've learned about lots of vegetables that I didn't know about before.

There are many ways to help our environment. That includes recycling or reusing when you can, throwing out less food, saving water, using less gasoline cars, and planting trees. All these changes can help climate change and we can all lower our carbon footprints one step at a time.

By doing something every day, it is way easier than do all things every day. Step by step can keep your patient down, and doing something good every day will make your day happier. For example, plant and the little tree, recycle some plastic bag you used, and try to have a no-car day!:)

Every little helps. This simply means that any small helpful thing we do does make a difference, whether it´s visible or not. We mustn´t be discouraged or give up just because what we do isn´t noticed straight away. We can inspire eachother by doing little things so that more people take action. This way, things will get noticed!

Dear ISCFC Students,
Now that you have calculated your carbon footprint, you can see how your personal choices influence our carbon emissions and climate change.  In what area(s) do you see that you could lower your carbon totals? In honor of Earth Day will you make a pledge to improve your carbon footprint in one specific way?
Cheers to you!

We need to convert to renewable resources ASAP & stop being dependent on sources like coal & other fossil fuels that inflict harm onto our ozone & atmosphere! The longer we wait, the harder it's gonna be to try & resolve the damage we've done!

Yes, I completely agree, we need to stop using non-renewable fuel sources, and start using renewable resources like wind, solar and hydro power. We have the technology to be more energy efficient the only thing holding us back is laziness and the refusal to change. it very important to make the switch to renewable energy, especially with the big oil companies harvesting oil from under the ocean, destroying not only our atmosphere but our oceanic ecosystems as well. Now is the time for action, we need to stop these unhealy practices now, or it might be too late.

I concur with having to transition to renewable energy immediately. We have the technology to be efficient on renewable energy in most areas of life, so it's important for us to start transitioning now. Although it may have some effects on the economy short term, we won't have an economy in a century if we keep going at our current pace.

Alongside switching to renewable energy, we should also try to lessen our consumption of animal products, if possible, because of the effects of animal agriculture. They are the cause of over 51% of carbon emissions on Earth. If everybody lessened their animal byproduct consumption just a little, it would make a huge difference. This is especially important in America where the average amount of meat consumed per year is about 100kg per person compared to the global average of 41Kg.

Many people litter once and say "oh its no big deal" but now we realize that if every one does it it becomes a very big deal. If you can reuse something instead of throwing it away, then reuse it. Save the environment. REUSE AND Recycle!!!

Yes. Everyone has the mindset "Oh it's just me" and when almost everyone thinks this way, it's very destructive to our earth.

lol tru

Why yes I also happen to have a similar stance on this topic. Reuse and recycle.

@TaylorC_4233 I think this points out how easy it is to litter instead of finding a proper way to dispose of your waste. Seeing people throw trash out the window or leave it behind impacts our environment in ways that are unforeseeable in that moment. Microplastics are an example of how the degradation of plastic in our ocean is starting to affect humans, (The fish we eat are full of it). Stuff to think about as we consider leaving our trash in a place it shouldn't be!

@ConnorC10 I agree with you. It is much easier to litter and throw away your trash than properly dispose of it. I think people need to properly think about what will happen to the garbage they are throwing out. People "I'm just doing it once, it won't hurt" but when everyone thinks that way it does make a difference. As you said, because of the people who are littering humans are consuming micro-plastics. People have to start thinking bout how what they do will affect the whole world. Although some people may think its easier to just litter, once you get used properly disposing your trash you'll feel like a much better person. Even though you are only doing small things you make a difference.

One thing I could start doing is recycling. We don't do recycling because we live far away from town, but if we did I feel it would help. We have a big dumpster that e fill and every time we throw things away there are many things that we could recycle. The only reason that we don't recycle is that it is too expensive for them to come out to our house.

I think we should raise people's awareness about climate change.

I will recomend you to adopt and not to buy animals
Try to give regular donations to animal helping associations
Use renewable energy

thats true its better if we adop a puppy insted of just buying it there is alot a dogs that are withou a home or food we need to start adop more dogs.

I agree with both of you! According to the Huffington Post, there are 125 humane societies in Canada alone and these citizen-funded associations shelter around 278,000 animals. Not only is it a lot cheaper to adopt than to get an animal bred, but it also helps a being that would have a much tougher life.

If you can't actually own a feline or canine, you can help by fostering! It is very simple and (depends on the shelter) usually only takes a few steps. First, you must give identification and go through an interviewing process. Then there might be a house visit to approve of your living habits. Lastly, you would be put with an animal!

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We should start taking more precautions when using amounts of Co2, because it really affects our planet in bad ways sometimes. This is the planet we live in, and this is our home, so why not take care of it? We can do it!

I think that too! We should take more care about a our planer

I agree yonathan, it’s the only place we have. And were really not taking care of it.

Everyday you can do something to help the environment.

What do you think are the best ways to help our environment?

Doing the little things,no matter how small, can make a difference in helping the environment around you. This can range from recycling plastic to using only solar energy for your entire house.

Recycle

I think to reduce the foot print we should make sure to recycle and just use as little waste as we possibly can

Instead of buying essential needs from big companies why not consume products from eco-friendly companies? If consumers tend to support eco-friendly companies the big companiesa that cause an abnormal amount of co2 emissions will also turn to sustainable approaches.

It is essential to watch out for the amount we all through or use. It tends to be hazardous to let things go. We should change a few things with the end goal for anything to improve truly! So as of that I figure I will change a few habits in my daily lifestyle. That incorporates bringing down my transportation and walking/biking more, I will attempt to improve what I buy to more valuable things that will last more and can be reused.

We are still able to take action and change the way our daily habits are affecting our world and us! We are on the verge of not being able to reverse our damage on the environment but we still have time and now is the time to change. I believe that some issues not only myself but others will face while trying to help this would issue is changing our bad habits because bad habits are easy to create but they are hard to get rid of.

We can all help to turn around environmental issues in easy ways. We can choose to recycle plastics and paper when we use them and we can also start riding bikes, scooters, etc. to school. Even if we don't have the liberty to use those, we can choose to carpool with a neighbor, or friend when able. We are all able to help our environment, even if it's just the simplest action.

As I found out we have huge impact with our carbon footprint, and it is important to keep an eye on how much we throughout or use. It can be dangerous to just let things go by and play along. We must change some habits in order for anything to improve really! So as of that I think I will change some habits in my everyday life. That includes lowering my transportation and walking/ biking more, I will try to consume less organic produce and try to be healthier as such, and improve my purchases to more useful things that will last longer and can be recycled.

Reusable energy can be a game changer if we know how to use to help lower humans' carbon footprint. For example California made a law that only electric cars can be sold in state after 2035. Now that's on the right track!

I agree that we can reverse some of the harmful effects of global warming with proper regulation on carbon emissions.

Humanity still has a chance to preserve the Earth. We would need to change a lot of things that we have been doing for many years in order to do this though. One of the changes we can attempt that would make a huge difference would be transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Also if electric cars become the standard cars, the amount of greenhouse gases humans put in the atmosphere would be drastically lowered.  Lowering humanities carbon footprint needs to be made a priority for governments all over the world. These changes needs to happen soon because we don't have much time before it will be too late.

Picking up trash & Recycling

We need to make sure that we do the most that we can do for our Earth. This includes cutting down carbon emissions and reducing our pollution. The big picture is that we cannot survive in any way if the Earth is rendered uninhabitable. Earth will be uninhabitable eventually, but humans are decreasing the amount of time that it is still habitable. We need to take action and save Earth.

There are many different ways to reduce carbon footprint in daily activities. And reducing meat consumption would mean a major cut down in personal carbon footprint. Livestock farming makes up about 20-50% of the human emissions of GHG. the change doesn't even have to be completely cutting off meat, just a reduction of the consumption. This along with other relatively smaller changes can help us go towards a more sustainable society.

I agree that eating meat is a very big problem. The problem with this problem is that there is not a very easy way to eliminate meat from the diet of most people. This is because for most people, meat is an essential part of their diet, and cutting it out entirely would cut out a lot of their nutrition. Also, most consumers in more developed countries, like America, can't experience firsthand the impact that meat has on the environment, so it is harder for them to stop eating meat.

There are many things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint. Some things you can try to do is you can try to take more public transit or to bike more and drive less. You can also buy more locally grown food and items with less packaging. Eating more meat-free meals and less dairy, especially cutting down on your beef intake will greatly reduce your carbon footprint.

I agree. Sometimes it's the quick and easy decisions that can actually make the most impact on your carbon footprint. While we aren't always able to stop the largest greenhouse gas emissions from happening, there are still many actions that we can take to limit our personal contribution. (Such as: using gas-powered devices less or not at all, leaving lights/air conditioning off unless they are necessary, and other important measures.) Overall, in the case of climate change and environmental conservation, the little things matter!

This is definitely an ideal way to reduce ones footprint, I think we should all try this out, or some other variation!

I agree. People need to start to try and decrease their carbon footprint.  While many people think it won't change anything, if everyone did their part it could greatly decrease the effects of greenhouse gases.  In order to do this people can carpool, take public transportation, walk to places they can, eat less meat and more vegetarian meals.  They can also reduce the amount of trash they throw out and recycle more items/materials.

climate change can be overwhelming. A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Greenhouse gas includes carbon dioxide which is emitted by humans. This will trap heat in atmosphere and cause a global warming. Usually the most amount of carbon footprint comes from food, housing, and transportation. To reduce the amount of carbon footprint first thing we have to do is drive less. Besides driving you can ride a bike or use train/bus. Second, thing you can do to reduce the amount of carbon footprint is to eat less meat. Research shows that eating less red meat is better for the environment. Because the production of red meat uses a lot of feed, water and land. Cows themselves also gives off methane emissions. Lastly, and one of the most important thing you can to reduce the amount of carbon footprint is in your home. You can turn down the heat, turn off light and appliances when you are not using them and replace lights to LED lights. You can do more than these things to reduce the amount of carbon footprint but these are the three most important thing to do in my opinion.

Bike more and drive less! An advantage for riding your bike can be getting a workout and utilizing your muscle power. All while helping the environment. For whatever reason, if you cannot bike to work/school, take public transportation since it allows fewer vehicles on the road, which lowers the amount of pollution entering the air at once.

I agree with you,Walking or cycling to work not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions, but also increases exercise and makes us healthier

Yes! This exactly! I'd like to add some real life results as well. In Japan, people mainly use bikes as a method of transportation, and their average carbon footprint was around 6000 kgs, despite their large urban cities. Biking, or electric cars is the way to go, and these options are definitely becoming more available to us, so it's about time we started using them.

Some of the behaviors I would be open to changing are my use of temperature control mechanisms (such as fans, air conditioning, etc) and my use of lighting, which make up a lot of my carbon footprint. I think that one of the challenges I will face is the warm climate where I live, which may make it difficult to limit the use of fans/air conditioning. Also, there are many trees surrounding my house that occasionally make natural light less visible. However, if I saw more people changing their own habits and advocating for more changes, I would likely be much more motivated to make changes of my own. Ultimately, my life with these changes would be easier if I knew that my changes had an impact. Is there a habit that you would be willing to change?

I believe that NOW, is the time to start acting on climate change. We are witnessing a world wide crisis happening, right before our eyes, but are not taking and ACTION. We as humans need this to change. Some ways we can help are speak up about the issue, reduce water waste and invest in energy efficient appliances. We need to speak up about climate change, because there is no action happening. We need to tell our government that now is time to solve this issue we created. We also need to reduce water waste because the water we use, turns into water vapor, which is a greenhouse gas. To reduce water waste, focus on the little things like, turning the faucet off when brushing your teeth. You can also reduce taking such long showers to reduce water waste. Using energy efficient appliances can also help STOP climate change because using these products, we can reduce the amount of fossil fuels and carbon we release into the air, helping reduce the amount of greenhouse gases. In conclusion, this is a issue we need to take seriously and we need to do it NOW.

To save the environment, you don’t always have to go full vegetarian. Just reducing your meat consumption just by a little can help reduce our carbon footprint. Reusing our materials can also help a lot as well as recycling correctly. When moving short distances, try walking/biking, or using eco-friendly vehicles such as electric cars. We have to change soon before it is too late. Not taking action quickly can lead to a more devastating result on our planet.

Recycle Plastics

I truly want to make a positive impact on our planet, but unfortunately I haven’t been making the effort to do so. I know that if I don’t take action to help the planet now, then it might be too late. In order to save Earth from the global warming crisis, we as humans need to take initiative so the next generations of people can live their life to the fullest, without having to frantically worrying about rising water levels and abnormal weather conditions. If we all pitch in and do the slightest thing, like doing garbage cleanups around your community or buying food locally, then it will make a positive difference for Earth.

Your damn true bro. We need to take action now or never. Its been a while People are not taking care of such type of crises and we also do not. But, we have to deal carefully with such matters because it is essential to have a better future on this Earth.
But, we are doing right now is searching for a life on Mars . Why we do not take care of the planet which has all the facilities and why not we do efforts to make it clean.
This is a War between Good & Evil, it can never be ended, I think so. But, we should play our part to make this end.

I really think that we can make a difference and in particular as young people. But today the ecologic question is not widespread enough or it is not taked seriously. We should organized all of the societies to answer to the urgent situation of global warming. Of course individually, we can reduce our consumption of meat, energy and water. It's not because I think that to change things it is necessary to act globally that I think individuals acts are useless, it's all the opposite. I strongly believe that change can be done in two steps : first we have to sensitize the population from youth to the oldest, and secondly all the gouvernments must take important decisions together about the survival of our planet.

I definitely agree with you! I guess some people think that they don't really have that much of an impact on the planet so they don't make much of an effort to become more eco-friendly. But I think it's just really important to make everyone realize that they do have an impact on the planet and if all people just started trying to live a more environmentally-healthy lifestyle little by little, we would definitely be able to start making progress and help the Earth become healthier.

This concept truly isn't too hard, we just need more people to understand what is really happening in our world! Just like miti11 said, this learning should start with children, who are the future of our earth, but should also be reaching even our oldest global citizens. Everyone can make a change if they just understood what harm their current choices cause to our planet. So maybe we should try implementing current problems with our planet into our teaching curriculums? This could help alert students about these issues, but what are other ways we could help everyone understand regardless of age? And how can we ensure that these problems are talked about, even after the learning takes place, to the point where everyone is aware and doesn't forget?

Although many of the plastics our there are not entirely recyclable, it is good to try and reduce the microplastics being dumped into our oceans. It not only helps the environment but is also profitable monetarily. Another form of recycling is composting. Instead of throwing our fruit and vegetable peels and leftovers, we should compost them to help make the soil more fertile naturally.

I believe that we should wear our clothes for a longer periods of time before throwing them out and when we do, I believe that we should donate them so someone else in need can wear them. We should stop caring about what is the trend, but instead reuse our clothes for longer periods of time. This would reduce our carbon footprint by a lot, helping the environments and saving us a lot of money over time.

Eating mean accounts for over 35-50% of carbon footprint emissions produced by humans, and cutting down on our consumption of meat would not only help our environment but also our health. Many diseases are caused by the consumption of meat, and also many livestock's are treated inhumanly, often living in conditions that are not ethical. The goal is not to cut meat entirely, but slowly reduce our consumption of it, since moderation is key.

Eating plant based and ditching meat and dairy reduces your risk of heart disease. There are so many studies to support the fact that a plant based diet is beneficial for your heart. However health is not the only reason to stop killing animals for food.

While you make a great point, it is essential that at least some humans continue to eat meat as not only would the jobs of the ranchers be gone, but cattle also emit a certain amount of greenhouse gasses that in excess would start harming the planet even more. Some people's bodies were not made for focusing on an all plant based diet either, and that type of diet could kill a person if they're not careful.

Good for you! I've been vegetarian for around 2 years now and when I first started it seemed really hard. To be quite honest you get really used to it. By now I don't miss meat at all. You got this!!

I agree with this because raising like stock accounts for over 35-50% of humans greenhouse gas emissions. Cutting down on our consumption of meat would not only be good for our environment but also good for our health, since eating meat causes many heart diseases.

I am vegetarian and both my parents are as well. I will try to talk to my brother into becoming one as well for our environment! My family and I have really been trying and the information I am getting from this sight is so very helpful. When I can drive I will try to get a hybrid or fully electric car, because it can help save the environment. I currently live in a place where I can ride or walk my bike to places, so I will definitely be doing that more when I can. Good luck everyone!

Plant more trees in big cities

Now, its the time for every people think about the quality of environment when using the things that might effect the environment especially for the carbon dioxide amount of the environment. The people needs to change the lifestyle and equipment that have environmental friendly concept to save our environment now and future.

I totally agree with your statement. The time for change is now or it will be too late. People have to be aware of the problems on the environment caused by their actions, of all of the future consequences of their actions on the environment like for instance the ecosystem disappearance.

I agree with you Azam. Our lifestyle have an impact on the environment. And we don't realize it. That is why we must change and we can do it. We have to do it.
Let's take the example of the coronavirus who has permitted to change our daily behavior. But it's so sad to think that thanks to the containment, we have reduced our greenhouse gas emission. it's just thanks to a a pandemic not thanks to our initiative to change for a better life.
Moreover, the consumer society conditions us. And we are used to be equipped with objects useless just in case we need them. We don't realize that we can reuse objects because man tends to replace one object with another when it fails. And if we realized it, there would not have been the apparition of a 7th continent.
I think that we have to remember what Ghandi said  " If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him… We need not wait to see what others do. " because every action of man impact the rest of the world and it's up to us to change this as Grata Thunberg is doing. It's time for action before it will be too late.

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Todos debemos de tomar conciencia acerca de lo que esta ocurriendo y debemos de saber como podemos contribuir a que esto disminuya

se debe dejar de hablar y empezar las acciones, claramente estas acciones requieren de cambiar nuestros modos de vida y no solo simple retorica pseudo-ambientalista

creemos conciencia de lo que consumimos y hacemos

necesitamos empezar a crear una conciencia en nuestra generación para que el cambio no se de tan tarde y se puedan tomar acciones al respeto

El mundo cada vez se está desgastado más, el cambio climático, la contaminación y la producción de CO2 masiva están acabando con este planeta. Nosotros podemos empezar con el cambio desde casa, reduciendo nuestra huella de CO2 y reutilizando lo más posible. al paso que vamos con suerte nos quedarán recursos para nosotros y tal vez no quede nada para las generaciones futuras. El mundo necesita un cambio masivo o nos condenaremos a nuestra extinción nosotros solos

Debemos tomar medidas drásticas si queremos generar un cambio de verdad, creo que las pequeñas acciones que hagamos hoy van a tener un impacto en el futuro, asimismo, las cosas que no hagamos para cambiar la situación actual van a provocar que los daños sean irreversibles.
Cosas simples como tirar la basura en los botes de basura correspondientes al estar en la prepa o evitar comprar botellas de plástico a la larga van a reducir nuestro impacto ambiental.

Are there any behaviours that you are really willing to change or to improve for the sake of the environment? What challenges do you encounter or think you will encounter while trying to change these things? What help, support, and insights from others would make your life easier with these new behaviours?

For the environment we can do anything, even small things also count. I am willing to change my plastic bags usage for the environment. Challenges that I will encounter while trying to change my plastic bags usage is when I go grocery shopping I might forget to bring a reusable bag for vegetables. A way that can remind myself and you to bring a reusable bag for shopping are...
- put reminders on your phone or any device to remind you to bring a reusable bag before going out.
- put a reusable bag in your purse or pockets so you have it with you anywhere, and also you can lend it to other people and explain to them why we should bring our own reusable bags when going shopping.

I believe we should all take action to help save the environment as everyday human activity is causing destruction to many of earth's resources. We can start taking action by making little changes in the way we live our lives everyday. I'm willing to stop eating meat and become vegetarian. I want to find an alternative to dairy products and eat more plant based meals. If everyone around would make these changes we will most likely slow down climate change and the effects it has on the earth.

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We need to take action now. Some ways we might be able to help are: compost, the 3 r's, take public transit more, cut down on meat products, attend a protest, and find some way to get your message about climate change across. I am sure that if everyone did these tiny actions plus more we could cut down on our Co2 emissions. If we all play apart and work together I am sure we can do it. I think that if we want to get anywhere with stopping this climate emergency we need to work together as an entire population of people from across the globe.

Lately I’ve been hearing many different claims about how long we have until humans go extinct and I’m not sure what to believe.

Even if all the oxygen sources in the world were destroyed humans would still have about 10000 years before we all suffocated. But that’s just air, other factors could speed it up

Unfortunately, climate change could reach emergency levels by 2040

We are close by 2040

Climate change may destroy humanity before our generation dies of old age

We don't have an exact date as to the end of all of us but at the rate we are living at, we can definitely say that it will come soon if we don't do something about it.

We can't really predict when the humanity will be destroy but we can acte to protect it . Our generation is the one who have to change our world into a better one. We have to stop thinking of what will happen in futur and acte now!!!

I'm glad SOMEONE brought this matter up, and I think that the human race doesn't have that long. My math teacher was telling the class that he was rather worried about how long the human race would have, having a 3 year-old son and all, so he did some digging. He eventually found the thing that would kill humans in a matter of decades if not really taken care of; drinking water. Surprised as I was? As it turns out, only 2.8% of water on Earth is freshwater, and only 31% of that amount of water is drinkable, leaving the entire human race with only 0.00775% of Earth's water being drinkable, rounding up to less than 1% of water on the planet being drinkable. This is only the first bad part of this huge problem, because up until now, this has not been a problem, but without population control, it will be double. My math teacher also said that in around 50 years, the entire world's population would double, resulting in a total of 15 Billion people to give water. The average human needs 1/2 Gallon of water per day, and that puts us at 7.5 Billion gallons of water per day to hardly satisfy the planet. We need world hunger to stop, but we should really be thinking about world thirst!

All this will happen if we don't do anything for it . What your math teacher told you might be truth, but in her calculation she didn't put that human are starting more and more to acte . We can't actually calculate the futur but we can acte for it .
Everyone have to stop thinking so much  about futur because all this time you loose to complain you could use it to acte to clean the ocean or something else . The world will not change by it self, We have to change it .

don't let our future go up in smoke

There are a lot of different rumours and claims about how long humans are going to survive on Earth... Do you have any idea of what could be true and how long we can still live on our planet?? Thanks...

What we can do first, to reduce CO2 emissions, is to drive less and carpool more often. If multiple people are in the case vehicle, all the carbon emissions from the car only apply to one person, rather separate cars with separate emissions. Also in the transportation category, you should fly less. Maybe you can use public transportation, or just drive. Eating less meat reduces your carbon emissions, so become a vegetarian or a vegan. The final thing you can do is not waste things. Remember to always reuse what you can, and reduce your use of it.

From: https://www.nytimes.com/guides/year-of- … -footprint

There are a lot of things we can all do to stop climate change! First of all, eat for a climate-stable planet! This decision we make about food can really make a big difference. You can eat more meat-free meals, buy organic and local whenever possible, try not to waste food, and of course, if you can grow your own! Another thing you can do to your house is, change all your light bulbs to LEDs. These light bulbs last 25 times longer and are durable! There are all kinds of different things you can do to stop climate change.

Policies can have a huge effect on fighting the environmental crisis.  These policies can become more beneficial than being told to recycle, carpool, or take public transit.  Policies that increase the price of gas can cause people to walk/ride bikes more, grow their own food, and have a smaller carbon footprint.  For example, the Clean Air Act authorizes air quality standards, which is also regulated.  Some policies can also ban products that are harmful to nature and the Earth.  These products could include plastic, styrofoam, and metaled polymer film.  People often use single-use items out of convenience, but if there was a policy that decreased the amount of single-use items, then people may become more prone to using reusable options, such as water bottles, utensils, napkins, or take-out containers.

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I am willing to change my travel habits, as my family flies multiple times a year for recreational purposes, which makes a large impact on our carbon footprint. I assume my family will be unhappy to do less travel, but other than that there are no major consequences. With the outbreak of COVD-19, my family is exploring activities we can do at home without increasing our carbon footprint. According to a New York Times article, “Take one round-trip flight between New York and California, and you’ve generated about 20 percent of the greenhouse gases that your car emits over an entire year.” My grandparents live in New York, so we usually take several trips to visit them, and as they get older, it will be a challenge to not visit them as often. Having my family support me makes not traveling easier, and insight into how to travel or communicate without increasing one’s carbon footprint more than necessary.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/27/clim … rming.html

I agree with your idea of traveling less to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. I especially think that people are so caught up in their personal leisure of traveling a lot, that they do not realize how much it is affecting the atmosphere. With the recent COVID-19 epidemic, flights are being cancelled and travel is severely being reduced to slow the spread of COVID-19. I think that after taking some time off from traveling from staying quarantined, people might realize that lots of airline travel is unnecessary and may further reduce their travel. If this is the case, then the carbon footprint produced from travel will decrease, and ultimately benefit climate change. Do you think that flights minimize will once the COVID-19 epidemic subsides?  ?
https://www.bbc.com/news/business-51904769

I agree that limiting air travel will be a very effective way of reducing your carbon footprint. According to an article on climate change from the BBC, "A journey from London to Madrid would emit 43kg (95lb) of CO2 per passenger by train, but 118kg by plane (or 265kg if the non-CO2 emissions are included)." This statistic shows just how bad air travel is for the Earth, and by flying less you would be doing a lot to help the environment. Also, a lot of air travel is for leisure, which can and should be cut down as it is not a necessity. To answer Eva Topete's question about COVID-19 affecting the number of flights, I do believe that after the panic has passed, there will be fewer flights because the unsanitary environment of airplanes has been brought to light due to the spread of the virus. However, I don't think it will minimize enough to significantly reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses that are emitted by planes. Instead, I think that what people really need to hear about is how their flights are affecting the environment. I think that a lot of people were surprised by how much flights affected their total carbon footprint when they finished calculating, myself included. Many people don't understand how bad air travel is for the environment, but if information regarding air travel and CO2 emissions was more widespread then I think the number of flights people take would be reduced.

link to source: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-49349566

I agree that limiting air travel will be a very effective way of reducing your carbon footprint. According to an article on climate change from the BBC, "A journey from London to Madrid would emit 43kg (95lb) of CO2 per passenger by train, but 118kg by plane (or 265kg if the non-CO2 emissions are included)." This statistic shows just how bad air travel is for the Earth, and by flying less you would be doing a lot to help the environment. Also, a lot of air travel is for leisure, which can and should be cut down as it is not a necessity. To answer Eva Topete's question about COVID-19 affecting the number of flights, I do believe that after the panic has passed, there will be fewer flights because the unsanitary environment of airplanes has been brought to light due to the spread of the virus. However, I don't think it will minimize enough to significantly reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses that are emitted by planes. Instead, I think that what people really need to hear about is how their flights are affecting the environment. I think that a lot of people were surprised by how much flights affected their total carbon footprint when they finished calculating, myself included. Many people don't understand how bad air travel is for the environment, but if information regarding air travel and CO2 emissions was more widespread then I think the number of flights people take would be reduced.

link to source: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-49349566

I also agree with limiting my travel. Me and my family tend to take two flights a year to go see extended family. Last year was different though, I took three long, round trip flights to visit family. This greatly impacted my carbon footprint in a negative way. According to the New York Times, "One round-trip flight from New York to Europe or to San Francisco creates a warming effect equivalent to 2 or 3 tons of carbon dioxide per person." I went from SF to NY on one of my round trip flights, so I would have put 2-3 tons of carbon into the atmosphere greatly effecting my carbon footprint and the atmosphere. If everyone took one less flight a year then the carbon emissions of humans would be down an incredible amount. Think about what we could do if we just took one less flight and was more continuous of CO2 and how the atmosphere is drastically warming and cooling because of it. I also agree that COVID-19 has caused less people to take flights durning this time for sanitary issues. There are also several travel bands on numerous  countries. Even in the midst of this pandemic can come some good; less carbon emissions. Even after the coronavirus passes, we should still continue to be cautious of what flights we take and how it effects our atmosphere and our world.

link to my source: https://www.nytimes.com/2013/01/27/sund … ravel.html

I agree that limiting air travel is a very effective way of reducing our carbon footprint, as there is no current eco-friendly style of flight.  I do feel that in a way, the current pandemic over COVID-19 has lowered people's carbon footprint, due to the fact that lots of people are being forced to work from home, and only leave for essentials. This therefore reduces the amount of carbon people emit because people are no longer allowed to fly somewhere, whether for business or vacation, as well as how people are advised to only leave their house for essentials (i.e. groceries, supplies, etc.). One thing that is a big thing that contributes to our carbon footprint, is cars. According to the EPA "A typical passenger vehicle emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year. This assumes the average gasoline vehicle on the road today has a fuel economy of about 22.0 miles per gallon and drives around 11,500 miles per year. Every gallon of gasoline burned creates about 8,887 grams of CO2." This is one of the more difficult issues to tackle, because lots of people own typical gasoline powered cars, and it's very expensive to just buy a new one. And most people drive somewhere every day (mostly to and from school / work). I think that people need to understand that driving and flying is bad for the environment, and although people can't create eco-friendly plane turbines, there are things people can do to reduce the amount of CO2 emitted from cars.

Link to source: https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/green … er-vehicle

An important and easy way that you reduce your carbon footprint is to follow the three R's, reduce, reuse, and recycle.  To start it is important to reduce meaning using less single use plastics and other products in the first place. Plastic has a very harmful impact on the environment and can hurt the plants and animals who end up surrounded by it. Plastic also takes a lot of energy and gases to be made and takes a very long time to break down. So, by replacing plastics and limiting the amount of things you buy you can limit your carbon footprint. Another simple way to reduce is to turn off the lights when you leave your house or make sure you never leave the water running if you aren't using it.  To reuse, you can purchase reusable products like mason jars, or bring your own bags to the grocery store. And finally recycling is important because products can be used again instead of ending up in the landfill. Creating compost and recycling bins in your house is an easy way to help the environment so that products can be disposed of properly. All of these things are very simple tasks, but doing them can have a large positive impact on the environment. Although it may not seem like it but just one person changing their habits can make a big difference.

Sources: https://www.ehn.org/plastic-environment … 23191.html
https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/ … ecycle.php

Our oceans are filled with plastic and other garbage from humans. It is affecting all living things in the ocean terribly. Millions of birds and animals die each year because of the amount of pollution in the ocean. What can be done about this?

While it is true that there is an extremely large amount trash in the ocean, a lot is being done to reduce the amount. For instance, the Great Ocean Cleanup. Using Alameda CA as an assembly and launch site, the Great Ocean Cleanup strives to reduce the amount of trash in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch by 50% in five years. The team behind the massive cleanup is working extremely hard to greatly improve the health of the ocean. Many communities have also come together to cleanup litter on beaches which would leech into the ocean. I know this because in my town I have participated in multiple annual beach cleanups. My mom and I always do our part on these days, and always see many other people also participating.

source: https://theoceancleanup.com/oceans/

Some immediate relief for the ocean would be to take part in a ocean clean up organized by a legitimate relief effort. ( https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/ ) A long term solution that could have more effect on the pollution of the ocean is to reduce your own use of plastics in packaging and other uses. One other way could be to recycle more often around your entire life, such as at home and at work. ( https://www.oceanicsociety.org/blog/172 … tion-today )

I agree with your claim, Diljá. I think that we, the entirety of the world, have been putting this movement off for too long. A boy told the world in 2017 that we need to start cleaning the ocean for real, not to just have a bake sale at our school to raise money, but to really make an effort to make a change. Boyan Slat, the boy in charge of a team called "The Ocean Cleanup", decided to really make a change by creating large nets and cleaning the waters of the Pacific Ocean. I respect him so much for really trying to make a change in the world, and totally agree with his statement of "Human History is basically a list of things that couldn't be done, and then they were done." By really making a change, we can change the course of the world's endless fall and eventual collapse, and can furthermore help the environment, rather than kill it off the second we see it, the human way. This time, we can start again, and really follow through on our promises to help the planet, specifically the oceans.

There has often been a debate on how pressing the issue of climate change is and how much it can affect us. The truth is that climate change can result in some very scary things, for example, the overheating of the earth could cause many fires that could cause very bad living conditions or even unbreathable air. The reason why we need to act now is that studies are showing that in 11 years, climate change will be irreversible, meaning that there will be no chance for the climate to get better and that it will keep getting worse. To explain in more depth what we could be facing if we do not try and change climate change scientists say that sea levels will rise and most likely flood land getting rid of a lot of homes, fires could be more prone to happen, resulting in toxic air. Now more than ever, we need to act on this problem because we don't have time to spare anymore.

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https://climate.nasa.gov/effects/

the amount of plastic used now a days is very terrifiyng because a lot of it ends in the ocean and then kills the animals because they eat it

This is absolutely true. There are some simple solutions such as recycling when possible. Often people do not take the time to sort what can and cannot be recycled, instead throwing recyclable materials into the trash. However sometimes no recyclable materials are put in recycling making it more difficult for the machines to do their job. there is also an overage of plastic in the packing industry. often foods in stores and things that get shipped across world get wrapped up in plastics to keep them safe. however there are alternatives noe and better ones being created. (To read more go to https://www.ennomotive.com/eco-friendly … packaging/ ). At my school our cafeteria has stopped using plastic utensils in an effort to reduce our waste. insted we use wooden forks, spoons and knives. altho these alternatives are to as easy as plastic they are much better for the environment.

I think That the best way to persuade people to take action against a government that does not preoccupy for the world wide Global warming crisis and every school should write a letter about their thoughts about global warming crisis which is of an extreme importance because if we aren't together thousands of schools in the world send a letter to all the Government they will certainly need to get more efficient method to fight the global warming. I encourage you also to take actions By walking more doing more bicycle to go to one place to another then do a regular donation to associations and offending does global warming and then I encouraged you infinitely to take part in these actions .
My two accounts are Zenone and Zenone2.

Except WWF can you give examples of animal associations

The humaine society
WSPA
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Fondation brigitte bardot
Peta
Raksha
Paws

Thanks

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Zenone 2, although writing letters is a solution, I have to respectively disagree that is it the most effective option. I think that most of the people in the world are consumed with technology. And, I believe that if we spread the word through social media (Instagram, Twitter, Youtube) it would be a lot more effective then writing letters. Government officials will see that people are speaking out and take notes this way. Another effective option is holding a march. Some most popular marches included the Mard of Our Lives and the March on Washington. These marches pressured the government to make a change about these important issues.

Of course that social media are more usedbut if people don't have a social media account or even an electronic device.

Ps:alexandre please do not use french for this conversation

It is a commonly known fact that not enough young people vote and are active in politics. That it is why we should be the generation that takes politics seriously and becomes politically active as to ensure we get candidates who will take actual measures to ensure the safety of this worlds environment. However we should not only elect them, but make sure they do what we have put them into office to do, and help.

Around the world, and especially in the US, solving the issue and speaking up about the ongoing climate crisis has been left to us young people. Because many of the important politicians are more concerned with money then our future. How will we continue to address this crisis and make it clear that change must happen wether they like it or not.

I agree. As young people we need to take initiative because it is our planet that is going through the climate crisis also. We need to eat more green, walk or ride bikes for transportation as much as we can, and raise awareness and protest the lack of political action being taken by our leaders. Something that will help stop climate change that is not getting as much talk it planting more trees. According to science.howstuffworks.com planting more trees would help greatly reduce our greenhouse emissions. So yes I agree it is time to put our foot down and those were some of my suggestions for how to do so.

I agree, Greta Thunberg said, “I want you to act as if the house is on fire, because it is." Climate change is a looming issue for humanity and there’s only one way to beat it, together. Over 7 million people marched worldwide in the most recent climate march so people, especially governments would understand the severity of the issue. We can unite and try to stop climate change, but humans have already released a lot of greenhouse gasses. Nasa says,  “Even if we stopped emitting greenhouse gases today, global warming would continue to happen for at least several more decades, if not centuries.”

I agree, this impending crisis has mainly been left to the younger generation to deal with. Many people of older generations do not see, understand, or care about the kind of threats global warming poses for the world. People of Generation Z, like Greta Thunberg are doing what they can to help combat this crisis. Greta Thunberg has brought global attention to climate change and its disastrous effects and increased awareness. One of her quotes about my generation is, "We showed that we are united and that we, young people, are unstoppable" and I think many people of my generation should take this quote in stride and work together to end global warming. These people can try to put a stop to climate change by attending marches/rallies, take public transportation, walk or ride bikes, eat minimally processed, organic foods, reduce, reuse, recycle, and be wary of overall purchases.

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/2018 … ate-change

People are so mad at the world and how everything has been for the past year, like the wildfires, COVID-19, many earthquakes. What I think is we are not allowed to be mad. This is just the earth giving back what we gave it. f we give hate we can expect hate back, it is like that in every aspect of our lives including the earth. We have to take this as seriously as the corona virus. As soon as that spread out governments took actions but we don´t see nearly as much about the climate change. I was raised to be good to the environment but the older generations were not and they are the ones that are not taking action and are leaving it to us because we are the ones that have to suffer from it. I do many things that are better for the environment and I don´t waste unnecessary.

I agree we young people have to stand up for are climate against are world leaders. We can also use more public transport and ride bikes and walk. We should also go to protest and marches to show the world leaders that we are going to save the environment. We need to stop global warming as soon as possible because some scientists fear that it has gotten so back it would take decades for the earth to return to the normal temperature.

I believe the only way to begin to make sure politicians act on climate change is to force it into their lives and disrupt their existence. They know good and well it's going to happen, and they know good and well they'll be dead by the time it harms them. We need to make a tangible reality that people don't want to die after the tipping point which is expected to take place in 2032. We have to take to the streets in order to make sure something legitimately gets done. They are holding a gun to our heads as well as the heads of all our families and friends. With 2019 being the hottest year ever recorded in human history, it's time we stop letting greedy politicians and businessmen take away our right to life one government subsidy at a time. If they'll burn the world down, then we have to fight the fire of their greed with the fire of our passion to live, our passion to lead, and, if necessary, our passion to fight.

politicians need to acknowledge climate change and take action before it's to late

That is a great point, and it is one of the biggest problems when it comes to putting an end to climate change. There are a few issues with regards to politics and climate change. To elaborate, according to Johann Dupuis of the United Nations University, one main problem in politics is that politicians rarely mention adaptation to climate change. Without even a mention of taking action, how can the political world help impede climate change? In addition, Dupuis also mentions the effect of having left-wing and right-wing parties, which each have vastly different views, goals, and ambitions when it comes to the topic of climate change. Overall, if we want to do something about the politicians that choose to ignore the issues of climate change, it is important to take action yourself. Write a letter to your local government, or even to the national government. Without action, the public's opinions and knowledge are useless, so it is crucial to take a stand in this crisis.

Source: https://ourworld.unu.edu/en/political-b … adaptation

Oceans make up most of Earth and they have many important living organisms in them. Us humans are careless and throw our trash anywhere we please. Even if they don't throw it directly in the ocean the wind and animals can make trash end up there. Sea animals in the ocean think that the trash is food an eat it or it gets stuck on them cause serious health problems. Trash in our oceans is killing off a lot of species and endangered animals.

How can we stop circumcision of women?

The consumption of incandescent bulbs causes electricity consumption to multiply. Therefore, we must have only the necessary lights on and swap incandescent bulbs for energy-efficient ones.

El consumo de bombillas incandescentes hace que el consumo de electricidad se multiplique. Por lo tanto, debemos tener sólo las luces necesarias encendidas e intercambiar bombillas incandescentes por bombillas de bajo consumo.

Si. Mas nunca podemos olvidar as bombillas incadescentes. Podia mudar todo el trabalhio

Yeah, It would help a lot more if we did use energy- efficient lightbulbs such as LED bulbs. Incandescent bulbs does increase and take up more electricity and energy than led.

We need to change the use of everyday items that release much carbon. We need to try to replace the bad things and go more organic.

If we burn less fossle fuels we can have less co2

es bueno tener solo luces en ciertos luares y tambien podemos usar la luz solar, como las personas de antes que usaban quinques para alusar en la obscuridad.

there is a lot we can do to take action in this problem starting from things we do everyday to our careers. i, being 14, still need to decide what i want to do for my career and because of the sudden change in our planet, i have many new choices. things people can do is improve your own life environmentally (eat less meat, buy less, etc.), raise awareness and get your voices heard and vote for politicians that take this crisis seriously. vote for the people of the future and the planet we have to live in.

I believe that one major way we can change is to elect officials who is willing to make the changes to help our world and our countries. Because yes! We can make a lot of changes ourselves, but in order to help our planet we need a strong leader who can talk about these topics and inspire change in other people as well. This is why it is so important to go out and vote, because if we don’t elect a good official I can guarantee that barely anything will change. So if anyone is going through an election process please do your research on a candidate who is willing to make those changes so we can keep inspiring change.

I think everyone born during Gen X to Gen Z can agree what we do now in the present day will greatly effect all of our futures and our children. How can we avoid our species end? We have to look at what we consume and buy food to clothing. Look into the companies we all buy from and where their money goes helping the environment or making the corrupt richer? We all need to do our part by voting for decent political parties and doing our research. Aiming for a non capitalistic society for a better and hopefully greener future!

We really need to act because some islands are already submerged by the oceans! If we don't act now the hole world will be submerged and we will live under the oceans conscious that we participated to this devastation.

Plus little actions can only make the world better. We can't lose anything at this point.

Se can only make things better

We need to stop pollution

I agree Owen ; )

I think as a horse I do agree

Owen

This is right but what are you doing to stop pollution?

I agree with you but its going to be hard

Thks

Doing little things every day can lead to big thing one day - clean Earth.

I think we are doing something every day.

Sincerely, Zouille

Cars seem to produce to much and too many greenhouse gases. I think we should switch to msart cars the use cleaner and renewable energy sources. The enviroment would be better off right?

Things we do today, the way we treat our planet will define our future. Because of that TODAY, NOW is time for action. Every small change in our everyday habits makes big change for future of our planet. It is our choice what planet we want to live at.
My results made me think about my habbits and how I can change every one on them into better. It may not seem like a big success, but it surely will make a litle bit more bright future to our planet. I can take baths less amd shower more and I can also walk more or turn off the light when I leave a room. It's time for action! Make small changes that will result with one big change...a more beautiful planet.

It is time to make progress and not pollute any more
Respond if you agree

Yes I agree we should completely stop the pollution by using public transportation, trains instead of plans recycle and try to use the least of water possible and if everyone does this efforts it will change already a lot .

Yes we need to save fishy fishy!

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Me too

I agree too!

Here are some things to do:
Don't have a car (like me)
Sort your waste (like me)
If you see a waste in the street, take it and put it in the bin even if it's disgusting. (Like me again)

Reply if you agree

Recycling is good for the fish and the turtles! We need to save them before they die ((

Weather is a subject in conversation which is often being brought up and so are the changes that we are witnessing. Just the other day, I was talking to my neighbour who was showing me pictures, that they took the day before, of the blooming cherry tree. Although they seemed shocked with the direction in which the state of our planet is going, I couldn't help but wonder why don't those three plastic bags in their hands worry them the same.

El proceso de obtencion de la carne contamina, pero me la voy a comer igual

People in America should find ways to cut back more and figure out more sustainable solutions to the things they do consume

Water, it’s used, consumed, and wasted just as much if not more than the other resources we use on a daily basis such as electricity or gas. The problem is using it at such a quick and wasteful way; however, people don’t take in consideration how bad the issue is getting. The more that we end up using water for many other means other than for consumption, the more fresh water is being reduced for other communities and wild animals. It would have us to resort to other non-environmentally friendly economical means to get more water, but only temporarily instead of making it “long term.” https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2016 … c9710c5af2

I completely agree with comment. Us humans are using and wasting water without even thinking about it because we think that this is just a small problem such as plastic as well.  We may think that this is not affecting us, but the things that are getting affected now, could affect us later on in the future. What could be a solution to this?

yea we think that the rain is gonna magically fill the oceans up and create more water for us, when it doesn’t work like that

That’s really interesting and I don’t why but I never thought that using water could have those effects. Now I’ll try to be more considerate with my water usage.

ride in a car as little time as possible

I agree, we should try to lessen our carbon footprint as much as possible.

When I calculated my carbon footprint I learned my family's home carbon emissions were pretty far above average. I have been searching for different ways to lower our carbon emissions and found that the junk mail we receive actually contributes more than you would think. If you look at it, pretty much every house in America and even other parts of the world receive necessary junk mail that usually just ends up being thrown away. About 100 million trees get cut down every year to provide this junk mail. Therefore, if the junk mail was stopped or even cut down, we could reduce the number of trees getting cut down and the amount of trash that is being thrown away.

https://www.entitymag.com/unique-ways-d … footprint/

Junk mail is wasteful, and also just plain annoying. It would please people I think if a legislation could be made to reduce the amount or even stop it, but I doubt the company's that benefit from it would appreciate and adhere to it. However, maybe starting to recycle it could make an impact on how badly it would affect us rather than just throwing it straight to the trash.

I agree with you about how junk mail could be impacting the earth more than we expected. It is such a random thing that I don't think a lot of people would consider when thinking about trying to limit their carbon footprint. This is why we need to spread more awareness about these little things. I also agree that people would like to stop getting junk mail because it's just unnecessary and a waste. Simple and small things do make a huge difference and I believe that more people need to realize this before it's too late.

It might be an obvious statement but it can't be stressed how ridiculous it is those always want to poke holes in something that no matter how you view it would have a net positive effect on the world the places we live. I can't simply understand how people aren't thrilled by the idea of possibly having 100% renewable energy sustainability eventually. It would shape the foundation of the future, our technology, people, and politics for the better as a whole. I for a fact can safely say I have never breathed the fresh air we all deserve growing up. Why not do everything we can do about it because together we can do everything about it and conversation truly is growing tiresome.

I agree that the pessimism about going green is largely unfounded (as a Thai person, everyone I know supports environmental action, even the conservatives), but there is some justification for that attitude. Going fully green would bring a massive change to society, and while this change would definitely be a net positive, there would be some negative effects. Many jobs in the coal and oil industry would be eliminated, and it would cost money. Moreover, as humans, we have a natural resistance to change.

Why We Resist Change

Electricity was the area of biggest concern when I calculated my carbon footprint. People say they want to improve our environment and use less but don't want to completely change their way of life. I found an article that lays out simple tips of how to save electricity and shows how much money you can save while doing these simple tips. Many of the tips I knew about but still was not doing them in my home. There are also some in the article that I never thought about. I also love that they included the amount of money you can save because that usually motivates people.
https://www.bchydro.com/powersmart/resi … =rd_21tips

I recently have decided to return to a vegetarian diet after being presented with so much information against the consumption of meat, as well as taking a look at its negative impacts on the environment. I feel that my decision is a very small step towards living a more sustainable life, but it’s a step in the right direction that I am more than willing to take.

That's good, though your strength is small.

That's great @952101!  But I disagree with @Eleven about vegetarians being weaker.  Many body builders are vegetarians and even vegans!
https://www.greatveganathletes.com/cate … ybuilders/

@952101 Congratulations on switching to a vegetarian diet. It really does make a difference to, as consumers, stop using things which have such a negative effect on the environment. The reason that eating meat is so bad is not the consumption of meat itself, but the conditions under which meat is produced, especially in the case of cows. Cow populations are enormous because they are farmed for meat and dairy products, and these large numbers of cows are being fed very poor diets which results in the emission of methane from their backsides. Methane is a very strong greenhouse gas which traps heat energy in the atmosphere and warms the planet, which is usually good, but too much greenhouse gas in the atmosphere is now leading to global warming which has devastating impacts on our ecosystems and also our human population.

My annual carbon emission data, 22736 kg, really amazed me at first glace because I always make personal decisions that would eventually produce less pollution. In fact, after closely examining my data, I found out that my carbon footprint on food consumption, and electricity don't exceed the national average at all. The main contributor is in fact my flights from China to the U.S.(62.8 percent). As an international student, I visit my family in Hangzhou about 4 times a year and I wish that we could invest more in technologies that ameliorate the efficiency of jet engine.

16 year-old Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg recently spoke in front of the UN berating world leaders for their inaction in the fight against climate change. Around the world, teens are taking the stage, and protesting their government's inaction against climate change. Recently, a couple days ago, a climate change protest occurred in front of the Palo Alto City Hall.

The IPCC released a major report on the current state of the planet's oceans and ice sheets on September 25th 2019. The impacts of climate change "are already readily visible from the top of the highest mountains to the very bottom of the ocean - and tangible for every human on the planet". Major glaciers around the world such as the Planpincieux glacier are expected to collapse at any time. Many fisheries have shrunken, impacting some million-dollars fishing industries. Almost 30% of the human population that lives in coastal areas are facing the risk of rising sea level and violent storms. These challenges will only get worse unless immediate actions are taken.

We need to find an economically feasible way to reduce carbon emissions or in the next few decades there is no going back.

Some behaviors I am willing to change is picking up trash when I see it on the ground.Also is unplugging things when I am not using them.
Some encounters i think I will encounter is rushing in the morning to unplug everything I use.Also when i see trash and I don't want to pick it up.
My mom can help me remember to unplug the the stuff in the morning.Or i could put an alarm to help me.

Look around at the world everywhere you go is trash, plastic, ext. Animals are going extinct and soon we will too if we don´t take a action now. We were given ten years to fix our mistakes and yet we still sit on the couch eating chips while watching NetFlix or anything else acting like nothings happening. It doesn't have to be a big change. You can stop using plastic, recycle, compost, and ext. Maybe you can go home and watch this music video made by Alan Walker called Different World featuring Sofia Carson.

wow.  I hope every leader in the world was listening.

we can do so many little things in our daily life to help the enviorment. We can for exemple walk to the store and to work or school instead of driving. We can also start using a reusable shopping bags and recycle our trash.

There was abundant energy and lots of creative signs. Here was one I liked:

It is not always us, us us. We need to inform and influence other people as well. I am very interested in estimating carbon footprint of students in relation to their perceived psychosocial barriers and knowledge level on carbon footprint since I always believe that the youth can be a big help in reducing the world's carbon footprint, only if we just let them influence others through proper channels. Therefore I think that data of studies like I mention above (estimation of carbon footprint in relation to psychosocial barriers and knowledge level) can help us in reducing the footprint. Who's with me?

I want to make changes in my life to lower my carbon footprint. I think starting off small and doing things such as using less plastic water bottles is a good idea. I also want to be more conscience about recycling etc.

Nowadays, with our constant use of social media, I've been seeing many posts about climate change and political awareness. All of these are very inspiring, educational, relevant, and interesting to learn about, however, I feel like we need to do more. Posting on social media may spread the news about a horrible event that took place, but what do we do from there? We need to be taking our new knowledge out into the world and using it to make bigger changes. There are many ways that we may view as insignificant or small, but they do make a difference. Signing a petition you see online that you support, voting in the elections (if of age), sending an email to a representative or even going to talk in person, and so much more. And I'm not saying that we should stop posting about these things on our stories, because like I said, I think they are important, but let's go the extra mile and take action!

I agree! Marching and protesting would also make a big difference!

I totally agree with this. I think that spreading awareness is very important and that using social media is a great way to do that because of how popular it is. And I also agree that if you make these posts you should feel obligated to take action, to set an influence on people and later generations to help our planet.

I definitely agree. Even though many people attempt to spread awareness through social media, there is much more to be done. Re-posting is only the first step and with out taking action, it does not really make a difference. Those who truly care about making a change should do more than just posting about it.

I agree! I think too many people talk about climate change being bad and needing to make a difference, but then do not take any action themselves. The world is not going to change if all people do is share post about the reality of climate change. People need to do something. Just like you said voting if of age. If you can't vote you can always write letters to representatives in your area. People need to stand up and make a change.

I definitely agree. Now that the conversation has been started, it's time to actually take action. Social media has given us a platform to talk about these issues, and now that it has this attention it's important to actually act on it. We now have an opportunity to make change so we can't put it off, we have to act now. Besides, the longer we put it off, the greater the problem becomes.

I agree, this is a great point.  I think when people repost or post in general about environmental problems, they think it's all the need to do.  Me included, i think all I can do, is inform people.  But everyone has the opportunity to do more than repost.  We can organize events and fundraisers etc... Although reposting is a great start.

Thank you for making a great point! Social media has currently been very active about spreading the news on climate change and political awareness. This platform helps inform people about the issues that occur but what should be done about them is not yet commonly spread. Just like you said about voting, signing petitions, and sending emails are simple acts that can make a huge difference. Reposting and spreading awareness is a great start and should be continued along with putting effort to make a change.

After how many years we have been doing the same thing, same routine, same school everyday, etc. would we be able to change a big part of our routine to help our footprint?

To change our footprint, I think that we can start to do besic things, like turn off the light when we go out of the room; brush our teeth with the tap close, don't use plastic bottle for the water ( in many countries there is potable water); utilize recyclad bags for shopping, do shorter shower, don't print too much,...
Obvious thigs like these can really change the footprint. For exemple, brush our teeth with the tap close,  slightly reduce energy comsummation and it don't waste water. Lots of little things together can make a big difference.

I think we should start with the little things but then go into something bigger. People who can afford it should get electricity from resources like solar or wind power. The impact is closer than we think, and if we don't change now, the Earth can suffer so much that it will throw off ecosystems everywhere.

That is a really good question. CAN we change? You're right, after all. Everyday routines such as purchasing plastic bags at the grocery store and packaged goldfish for our lunches have become basic necessities for human beings. In America, everything we own is manufactured. Unfortunately, our waste can be seen all around the world. An average American actually throws away 1,200 pounds of trash each year that could be either composted or somehow kept out of the landfill. Our amount of waste has tripled since 1960! So once again, can we change? I believe that we can turn our world around, but it will take much more than a few instagram posts and just talking about environmental awareness. Our collective World Municipal Waste impact according to the United Nations is WAY to big to just turn around without government support. [MWC_web](mwc_web.png) Americans who accept climate change outnumber those who don't by a ratio of 5 to 1 according to https://e360.yale.edu/digest/americans- … ont-5-to-1.
       So how can we take action?  Sweden, for example, has government action to reduce their country's carbon footprint. According to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, "Sweden passed legislation last week which legally binds the country to reach net-zero emissions by the year 2045, five years earlier than previously planned. The new Climate Act passed in parliament with an overwhelming majority vote (254 against 41) and is more ambitious than what Sweden pledged under the Paris Climate Change Agreement " (paragraph 1). As you can see, Sweden is taking immediate action by convincing all citizens to reduce their carbon footprint which results in quick change. Obviously, I am not part of any political organization but normal people can help pass laws by going to political rallies and visiting your state's capital to advocate for laws. Writing letters to your legislators and convincing your friends to do so as well can make an enormous impact. Once we shut down the use of high-density polyethylene and polypropylene plastic (which take years to decompose into Earth's soil) with bills and regulations, our world can look towards a green future. All it takes is a little government cooperation.

Many people ignore the gravity of climate change which is why they do not take action to reverse or slow down the effects. I recently read an article about how the world as we know it could end by 2048 if we do not take action now. I don't know about everyone else, but personally, I want to live longer than the age of 45. So, it is our duty, as the next generation, to take action against climate change.

Behaviors that I am willing to change include refusing to buy certain packages that use plastic, carpooling (even if it sometimes inconvenient), and buy more used clothes. Although it may be hard at first, it is extremely important to improve your behaviors for the sake of the environment. After a while, however, it will get easier to make these life changes and eventually it could be possible to go all green and zero waste.

I agree with this because it is extremely necessary to improve your behaviors for the sake of the environment.  Things are getting really bad around the world.  People need to start a change because if we keep heading down the path we are it will end in the destruction of the planet and the end of the world as we know it.
People in this world need to figure out some way to improve our actions.  All of the factories are destroying ecosystems and pumping the CO2 into the atmosphere and is destroying the world with lots of natural disasters. pollution has been a big problem for the last 100 years and is becoming more of a problem throughout the years as we are seeing more and more natural disasters.  it is becoming more apparent that we need to do something.

I think that is is really important to change our actions and behaviours that contribute to Carbon emissions. I think that we need to find new ways to produce good that will not pump carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. one of these methods could be to use more electricity in powering our machinery. another way to fix this problem may be to try to carpool and use public transportation more.

I am completely on board with all of these changes. Personally, I drink a lot of water and find that it is extremely necessary for my athletic lifestyle and just health in general. To reduce my carbon footprint I have stopped buying water in plastic bottles and other drinks in plastic bottles. As well as small plastic containers that are unnecessary for use. Instead, I have used my hydro flask that is a good price for a very good water bottle. In an article arguing different sides of why certain bottles are better than others, they describe how stainless steel bottles are the best because not only will they keep the water fresh and cold, they also last longer. Not only that but they also in the long run are better for the environment. So remember to switch to stainless steel bottles!
Source: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/steel_gla … est_choice

Now that we all know and have calculated our emissions and have surely discovered the unexpectedly high impact of some of the behaviors that affect your total footprints. Somethings I am willing to change or improve is my transportation. I travel a lot in a car and my mom picks me up from school and takes me to school every day. Something that I can do to help is taking the bus more often so there aren't as many cars on the road. this would not only help my carbon footprint but my mother's life as well. Some problems or challenges I might encounter are worrying about my footprint while also trying to help it at the same time. For example, I have to drive to Alameda 3 times a week for volleyball and that is a lot of miles there and back but at the same time, there isn't really much I could do about that which is frustrating. What would also help is carpooling to practice with some of my teammates that live near me so we can reduce carbon footprints for multiple peo ple going to the same place. It would also make it easier to follow through with these changes if my friends are also trying to help their carbon footprint and we can encourage each other in the process.

I completely agree. We can reduce our carbon footprint by doing simple things, such as carpooling. Cars and trucks emit carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, which contribute one-fifth of the United States' total global warming pollution. Fewer cars mean there is less carbon and other gasses and pollution getting into the air. This protects the environment by keeping the air, water, and land cleaner. By carpooling, we can reduce this amount of carbon by driving with many people instead of individually. We can all get involved and take action by doing simple things!

I also agree. The simplest things can lower our carbon foot print by a lot. The average car emits 8,887 grams per of Carbon Dioxide per gallon, which supplies 20% of the United States' pollution. If even two people carpooled everyday, it would remove on average 4.6 metric tons per year. This cleans the air, water, and land and makes the environment safer. If everyone chipped in, our Carbon footprint would be astronomically lower.

https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/green … er-vehicle

I agree! Carpooling makes a big difference. Public transportation also makes a big impact. Research finds that public transportation not only decreases the users carbon footprint, it makes cars traveling in the same corridors have a greener fuel efficiency. Simple changes to your transportation makes a big impact on your carbon footprint. Many people are already making this change. Since 1995, the ridership on public transport has gone up 30%. Join these people and make a change!
https://www.apta.com/resources/reportsa … ochure.pdf

100% agree with everyone that has responded to this post. My largest area for improvement was transportation as well. Because soccer and other sports are a huge part of my life, not only my family but my friends family and I all have to make a lot of trips to and from soccer fields and schools. For example, one of my games was all the way out in Visalia so we drove four hours for only one game. While I was in a carpool with three other people, we could have taken more of my teammates. At the game, not only were girls coming only with their families but they were all in separate cars. In an article, I have read about carpooling, it tells about how if people on the same route to the same places or places within the same distance, it becomes a more convenient and practical way to live. Not only will this start to make a difference in our environment, but will also bring us closer as human beings. Please check out this website to get a detailed article about carpooling if wanting more information.
https://wheelzine.com/why-is-carpooling … nvironment

I totally agree with the statement that we should take action, now that we know how to control our carbon footprints. We can help to slow the process of the atmosphere's deterioration through things such as locally grown food, carpool, and solar panels. just using these three options will help lower the carbon dioxide emissions that are hurting our atmosphere.

I completely agree with this. I travel for sports six to seven days a week. This is many, many miles of driving every week. This doesn't stop at the end of a season, this continues into the summer. I play on a travel softball team during the summer and it is even more driving then my school team is. During my sports seasons I am going to make it my goal to carpool more often and I am going to encourage my teammates to do the same. I already carpool with two of my teammates, but we can fit six to seven people in the cars we drive. Transportation is such a big CO2 contributor. The less cars on the road the better.

Lately I am seeing many photos, complaints or comments on climate change in social networks. Especially on the part of the youngest, as of my age for example. And I do not mind seeing this type of posts on social networks as an instagram, what's more, I think they do it to make everyone aware. But it's no good to be interested in the subject or worry in front of people, when you're not doing anything to avoid it. I think that if we are all so scared by this horrible climate change, we should really do something and not stop and watch as we destroy the planet.
It may be difficult to change your normal habits, especially if you are used to spending a lot, but with the routine you will become accustomed and it will not cost.
It's as simple as not spending as much water, recycling or reusing.
We can find many ways to help the planet with small gestures. I'm already trying and I think you should too. Thank you

Well I think that we could severely turn this situation around and start making it better if we just make a few changes to our lifestyle. Such as if we switched to renewable energy and to electric cars then we wouldn’t be burning as much oil and wouldn’t be burning coal for energy.

I think that at a world we need to relise that a little goes a long way, for example lets say that 1/3 of the worlds population stops using plastic straws. there are now several billion people that are not making waist from  one project, this could have a profound effect if we all have this mindset. One thing that I am willing to do to reduce my carbon footprint is to eat less meat. I don't think that I would encounter too many problems with doing this because I had a desire to become a vegitaren for some time but never fully followed through with it. some isite from others that would help me with this is just knowing how to do the transition without killing myself of my budget.

There are many things happening in our current world that we think are inevitable, or are impossible to stop or change. Problems from climate change, to saving our oceans all might sound like things that are to big to be controlled. But they're not! Now is the time to take action because we are the people that are going to shape this world in the future, so if we start taking action now, we can positively influence the Earth in the years to come. Whether it's as little as sorting out all of your trash in the correct bins, or forming a group to go pick up trash on local beaches, every action, whether it is a big or small action can help our environment. We have all heard statistics, and stories about how our world is not going look good in the future, so instead of saying okay and moving on, we all need to take action! One thing that I heard in a previous post about posting on social media about your contributions, and how your friends and family can help is a very smart thing to do. Nowadays, we are all on social media, and social media is a place where you can post thin gs and ideas out to the public for everyone to see. It is time to all come together to make a difference to save our environment and our world. We are the people that are going to determine how our world looks in the future for the generations to come, so now is the time to take action!

I agree. There are various techniques through which aims to an eco-city that can keep on growing in the long run. Sustainable or eco-cities can be pre-existing cities that feature management directed towards lots of things. Like reducing the inputs of energy, water, and food. As well as reducing the outputs of heat, water, and air pollution. This can be easy only by coming together with the community and figuring out what we can actually fix or change in order to keep our Earth a safe and healthy environment. There are many environmental and sustainability movement that has been an exercise in market transportation. The participation in the movement can be as narrow as an individual making a strong commitment and as broad as a multi-nation effort. San Franciso has been proven to be the leader in sustainability and clean energy because they have improved energy efficiency in buildings and have enhanced its transportation system.

Our society must be proactive rather than reactive like you said. By taking the time to understand what we can do on a local level to help improve world circumstances in the long run. If we can use the platform of social media to get others engaged and spread information about the issues at hand, society may feel more inclined to become part of the solution rather than the problem.

I agree. Too many people think that climate change was going to happen anyway. I think that it is important for everybody to make an effort to reduce their carbon footprint. Even if it is just a small thing, like reaching out to a teammate or peer that lives near them to carpool, if everybody is aware and joines in, these small things can make a big impact toward saving the world.

I would really like to change my habits. Plastic is used very often in my household. If I could, I’d want to persuade my family into using only cloth grocery bags. Our family often goes to the supermarket three times every week and gets up to 15 plastic bags. Furthermore, I usually use the shower for at least 30 minutes minimum and after hearing about how showers should be less than 10 minutes I was surprised. Shortening the amount of time and even shutting off the water as I wash my hair with shampoo or conditioner is much better.

I agree with using reusable bags, but for me, my family drives in 3 different cars in some cases and we could help a lot by carpooling and riding together, and this could help us reduce our carbon footprint.

I agree. I just want to say another reason why climate change is a problem. The health of t people is decreasing as carbon and greenhouse gas levels increase daily. In a news article written on MAy 9, 2018 called "Earth has crossed a scary threshold for the first time in more than 800,000 years, and it could lead to tens of thousands of deaths", it states that for the first time in 8,000,000 years, the carbon level has topped 410 ppm. It is scientifically proven that the carbon increase in the atmosphere has lessened human cognitive capabilities, which means that the brain is slowly deteriorating from the increase in greenhouse gases. It also increases the chance of having a deadly heat stroke. Ozone pollution can kill about 22,000 people who have respiratory illnesses, asthma, and emphysema. The ozone pollution can also cause lung cancer, asthma, and cardiovascular diseases.

Sometimes, we see people that clean after they use a space, even if they don t live there or other things, and I m really happy that these people have this responsability and they take care of what they do. Otherwise, there are irresponsable people that leave the trash in every place they visit, because they think other people or some employee will clean,and that s not ok, because it is their responsability. I think that just by paying attention and taking action, you can change something and make a move, also, little by little, you can make the world a better place.

I agree with you! I have seen so many people carelessly toss a piece of trash on the floor.  It may seem insignificant, but imagine if every person in the world did that.  The earth would be a wasteland in a matter of months.  It is irresponsible and discourteous for a person to litter.  It could make a big impact to speak up about this issue and possibly even pick up after people who litter.

I agree with you, waste is a huge problem in our society today. In the Bay Area almost everywhere there are three different trash cans. One for recycling, one for composting, and one for regular waste however many people disregard them and throw their trash away in the incorrect bins. First, this is a huge issue because throwing waste into recycling or throwing non compostable items into compost means the whole bin is contaminated and therefore are discarded as regular trash. By doing this, society is adding the colossal amount of waste that humans produce. Just by being more mindful about trash disposal, society can greatly reduce the amount of waste we produce. This will decrease the amount of fossil fuels emitted into the atmosphere and therefore reduce the rising levels of Carbon Dioxide. According to Eureka Recycling, over 50% of what we throw away can be recycled and our waste represents 36.7% of all U.S. greenhouse gas. This makes it more necessary to recycle and compost more than ever because as long as we continue to generate mass amounts of waste, the faster gr eenhouse gases will be emitted into our atmosphere. Although energy is taken from landfills, “many studies have shown that most of the methane gas is released before landfills even begin to capture it”. This means that methane, which is a powerful greenhouse gas, continues to be realized into the atmosphere from our waste in negative ways. In order to prevent this problem from continuing to occur or even growing larger, we can be more conscientious by always throwing trash away, composting, and recycling.

Many people have been proposing laws, regulations, and actions that will help climate change eventually, or years from now. However, many sources lately such as the Washington post are telling us that we "the world has just over a decade to get climate change under control." Instead of making cars that have low carbon emissions expensive, there needs to be a way so that not only a small portion of the population can even have access to something like this. Carbon emissions from any of our actions must be stopped by actual laws, rather than individuals trying to reduce their carbon footprint.
Many people, students especially, have been trying to help combat climate change by posting on social media, wearing certain clothes in support, or maybe participating in marches. All of these things are very important to raise awareness, but they do not make change in actual carbon changes in our environment. In order to really make change, we have to press for laws that actu ally prohibit use of certain burning of fossil fuel, it is the only way people will actually feel the need to follow a rule.

I agree with everything you said. People have been advocating for climate change in ways that will have small affects on the actual problem at hand. By posting on social media and speaking out about climate change, people are raising awareness, but not much is being done. Laws aren’t being passed that encourage companies and everyday citizens to take action in reducing their carbon footprints, and little change is being made. Climate change has detrimental affects on our planet. According to scientists at NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), if we do not reduce global carbon emissions by as much as 40% by 2030, we will be at risk of a global catastrophe. In addition, the Washington Post says that by 2050, there might be a total or near-total phaseout of the burning of coal. The impacts of climate change will effect our society greatly. By making an effort to reduce your carbon footprint, you can do your part in helping prevent climate change. Unfortunately, not everybody is committed to changing their daily habits to lessen their carbon footprint. Our government nee ds to start passing laws that motivate people to do their part in helping climate change, since people will then be pressured to follow a state-wide rule. By prohibiting burning certain fossil fuels, building new factories in natural habitats, and carbon emissions from certain companies, our country can start doing our part to prevent climate change.

One change I would be willing to make to help the environment is to eat less meat, especially less red meat.  An object that I would have is that I am not the person who does the cooking or the shopping for groceries in my house and because of this, I don't have total control over my diet. A few ways i could work around this is to make sure I avoid these products while eating out and by talking to my family about reducing our meat consumption.

I agree that this would be very helpful because meat,  particularly beef, is very harmful to the environment because having so much livestock leads to more methane in the air. We can also attempt to reduce our waste and compost. When compost is put in the trash, it can not properly decompose, so it releases methane when it decomposes in trash piles. Additionally, recycling can be very sustainable and beneficial for the environment. Many don't know that recycled goods are not accepted if they have any food scraps on them. To be recycled, instead of put in the landfill, things must be completely clean.

I think that people's footprints tend to be high not because they don't care, but because they aren't really thinking about the impact that they are making. For example, when you are in the shower, you are washing you body or your hair, you're not thinking about the energy being used to heat the water. I think that we all as humans need to do better about caring for our environment. When we are trying to lower our footprints, we also need to encourage other people too and then they encourage people and it would make it better for us and our environment.

Participating in marches, protests, petitions and elections all help show your beliefs and opinions. Due to social media, it is easier to spread the word that ever before. Researchers predict we only have 12 years to reverse the effects of climate change so it is necessary to take action. For example, on April 25 there will be a meeting with many climate change advocates. Participating in and attending events like this is a great opportunity to learn and make your voice heard.

I definitely agree! It is so important to go out and do something and marches and protests make a big difference! It is very scary that we have so little time left but there aren't many major changes being made so we need to fix that! Especially as the youth right now, we need to build a world that will be habitable for many, many generations to come.

A lot of people are upset and angry about climate change and the hurting environment but do not make any changes in their life or lobby for change. In your own personal life, it is really important to do everything you can to reduce your personal footprint. You can buy used clothing, recycle, and try to minimize your plastic usage. In addition to this, lobby your city politicians to pass bills that will help the environment, go to marches to raise awareness, and speak out!!

The USA House of Representatives Select Committee on the Climate Crisis is holding a hearing today entitled “Generation Climate: Young Leaders Urge Climate Action Now” featuring Aji Piper, one of the young plaintiffs in the Youth Climate Lawsuit against the US government (Juliana v. USA).

It will begin at 0900 EDT (1300 GMT) on Thursday April 4

It will be live streamed at this link:
https://tinyurl.com/YouthClimateHearing

Here's more information on Juliana vs USA, the Youth Climate Lawsuit
https://www.ourchildrenstrust.org/juliana-v-us

You can use this website to figure out what 0900 EDT is in your local time:
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/ … 000&p1=179

I will write a comment below this post once the hearing is archived online for anytime viewing

Calculating my ecological footprint I realized I pollute a little too much. The factors that contributed the most to this excess are flights and food. Personally I am willing to improve nutrition by eating less meat or off-seasoned foods. However, I am not willing to give up on flights, because I am very lucky to be able to travel and visit the world and I do not feel like giving up on this privilege.
To improve nutrition I need the support of my family because otherwise I would find it difficult to eat healthy while my family members do not. In addition, my mother would not cook or buy different foods just for me.

You could improve the way you choose food, yes, of course with your family support, but you don't have to cut out your flights. A way to improve on this side too, could be trying to avoid excesses. You could move in the cities you visited by using public transport or bike, avoiding plastic bags/bottles, or if hiking always staying in marked trails- you could encounter endangeres species if you don't stick to it!
It is almost behaving as you would do in your country and not doing things trat would rise your CO2 impact (without looking at the flight/train/...). I also found these links useful, if it interest you:
https://www.worldnomads.com/make-a-diff … dly-travel ; https://www.travelfashiongirl.com/eco-f … avel-tips/ ; https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/ … iendly.php

Thanks @timetraveler_0  for your suggestions.
I looked at the links you recommended and I must say that they are very valid, I will take it into account for my future travels.

I agree

It's really good that you are understanding the things that are adding up to a high carbon footprint. I think eating healthy is a good start, but cutting out flights are going to be a big game changer. If you are concerned about eating healthier you should discuss with your family and make them more aware of the problem. With flights, I would suggest you try to cut out excess flights and think about how much you are going to lessen your carbon footprint by doing that.

Interestingly, transportation makes up 28% of greenhouse gas emissions, and flights are only 9% of that, so maybe you aren't actually polluting that much...
Also, about eating healthy, do you mean giving up meat? Farm animals produce most of the greenhouse gases on farms, so I would advise that you start by giving up eating livestock like cows, sheep, etc.

Yes, I believe you can change your eating habits. For instance what I would do is make a case of how it could be a win-win situation for you and your family. Some examples could be like say you've found a healthier alternative for McDonald's where you can order it to your house and they use a superfood in some of their recipes you could say "Mom, I found this app that delivers fresh meals to your house if we do this we won't have to drive to get fast food and this ingredient increases your lifespan by 5 years if you eat it consistently." That's my advice.

Reflecting my carbon footprint and researching different methods of emitting greenhouse gases, causes me to make a different. I pledge to do my best to support the environment and cut down my emissions. I will cut down my emmissions by limiting my household's usage of lights, and sorting my trash into compost and recyclables. I have found many ways to reduce my footprint through this webiste https://cotap.org/reduce-carbon-emissions/ . Though these actions are small they will encourage myself to do more for the enviornment and be cautious of my actions and how they effect the Earth.

This is the exact type of thinking we need if we want to make a difference to our earth's condition. Turning off the lights, running the dishwasher only when its full, carpooling with others, less meat eating, and being aware of what you are using and how often you could be emitting extra carbon into the atmosphere are all simple ways of monitoring you carbon emissions.

Yes, you're doing a great job thinking about the small things you can do to help the environment. It's really encouraging for me because I also want to take small steps to a cleaner environment. I think starting now with small steps will for sure lead to bigger ones in the future. I will definitely take a look at the link to see how I can future reduce my footprint.

I was just wondering if our society can really change...
If we think about the things that we can do to waste and pollute less, which one are we really willing to do?
For example, car sharing: this initiative could be really reduce the pollution caused by cars, but how many people are doing it? Car sharing is maybe the easiest way to give a contribution, but people don't even want to do it, because... I don't know why! Most of the cars I see around are filled with one, two or at most three people, so there could be free space for other people that are making the same path. I can't really understand why car sharing isn't socially acceptable for a lot of people.
Another example, pet bottles: in  most  european countries, water is drinkable everywhere, but people, instead of taking a bottle from home and fill it from fountains or sinks during the day, buy a new plastic bottle everyday. It's such a useless and senseless waist! We're so lucky to have good water (even more in Switzerland), but people keep buying bottled even if it's not better. Bringing around a bottle to fill  could be another easy way to help reduce the consume of plastic, but somehow, like with the carsharing, people seem to ignore it.
There are so many examples that show how lazy people are, even the most simple things that could help, are often ignored.
I don't kmow which could be the first step to make these easy ecological purposes popular, but we have to find it soon, because the planet can't wait too much.
There are so many little things that we can do without effort to reduce the pollution, but it seems that the society can't change... in the future, with the help of the governement and other organisations, "little easy ecofriendly-intervention" will be highly reccomended and maybe also a must, and the society will start changing.

I agree with you.  There are so many solutions people can begin applying to their lives now, but rarely anyone does them.  Taking action is not the discussion of what we can do to positively affect our environment.  The real debate is how to get people to take action in the first place.  Most people don't take action because they don't see the effect first-hand, and people do not believe the pollution will effect them individually.  To change this mindset, we should have community gatherings to clean the ocean or to clean other areas of the environment so people can see the damage we are causing themselves.

There may be people who are very willing to change and reduce their carbon footprint, but what about those who are ignorant to the problem? It is not only important to change your mindset about the things you do daily, but also helping others see just what harm they are doing to the environment. We can take small steps to a cleaner environment; the first step being gain awareness of your carbon footprint and knowing how you can help. Personally, I want to start by not using as much electricity. For example, turning off lights and unplugging devices that are not being used. One thing that is harder to change is how much of my carbon footprint is because of transportation. Others may struggle with the same thing because they commute to school/work far from their home. The easy answer would be to get an electric car, but it's not very practical to some people.

It may be very difficult to make a difference because even as more become aware of it, there are still people and factories that do not consider making a change because they don't believe it will make a difference o r it is not practical. It would be better if we could have more of a platform to gain people's awareness and find those who would be willing to join the effort. Do you have anymore ideas about how it can be easier to make a difference?

I agree that spreading awareness is one small yet important step everyone can take to help lead to a cleaner environment.  Not using as much electricity is a good goal, but I encourage you to make that goal more specific so that you can follow it better.  For example, set a certain amount of time you will turn on the lights in your house at a time.

The most important step in the process of improving the environment as a society is spreading awareness.  Without being aware of the problem, the problem will neverbe solved.  Showing how damaging the environment poses as a very dangerous and relevant issue will urge people to make their own small changes in how they live.  If every person made one small change, then the impact would be enormous.  We also have to enunciate the damage the environment has on every single individual.  Unless people recognize that environmental damage affects them personally, change will never be achieved

I begin with my honest answer: yes, I think so. I know, I'm pessimistic. But I don't think that we will change our lifestyle so fast and so radically in order to save this planet. And the planet, in a way or another, is going to simply kill us in order to save itself. Mother Nature is already showing her strength with natural disasters which each year become more brutal and devastating. And humans are so stupid and selfish that they do not really realize it; and by "humans" I mean me and you and everyone else on this planet. We are so stupid that during the Cuban Missile Crisis we nearly blow up the entire planet so I'm not so confident. Luckly there is Elon Musk who is going to bring everyone on Mars before things get too bad in order to start a new civilization on the Red Planet. Long Live Elon

I'm also quite pessimistic about the whole global warming, climate change, etc. but I don't have a very high opinion of the persons that actually think that going to mars in the future, when our planet is completly destroyed is a solution. We must face the consequences of our actions, not just escape and ruin the next planet.
Altough I'm quite pessimistic I think that we shouldn't just let it be, but we should keep fighting for our planet!

I have searched in all the discussions if someone has ever talked about menstrual cups but nobody has and I think that is maybe because it is a kind of taboo although I think it is really interesting and I have my own experience to talk about so I am going to be the first one!
We live in a society of convenience. Of course, modern day menstrual pads and tampons definitely have made feminine hygiene easier and more convenient. Unfortunately, just as most convenient things, they have a devastating effect on the environment as well as women’s health.
An average woman will use around 16,000 or more tampons or pads in her lifetime. That’s 7 billion tampons and pads landing in landfills each year. Most of them contain chemicals, toxins, additives and synthetic materials such as plastic. The plastics, first of all, take a very long time to breakdown. Second, they also end up leaking into nature, and polluting our rivers and lakes.
So I decided to get myself a menstrual cup. This alternative to pads or tampons is made from top quality silicone, is latex free and is very comforta ble.  The cup comes in two sizes:  one for women who never have given birth and another for women who have.  This little soft silicone cup folds to insert and, once in, opens up in place, making it virtually undetectable.  It’s perfect for any activity (sports, work..) or outfit.
I must admit that this procedure was a little intimidating, but I got the hang of it quite quickly and it’s very much worth the effort.  Surprisingly, it is not messy and collects the flow.  I also did not experience any leaks even though I used it for several hours before emptying.  The menstrual cup can be worn for up to 12 hours and overnight.
I really do believe and I hope that the next generation of women can make a huge environmental difference in our world.  The shockingly high number of feminine hygiene product waste that is dumped every year in land fills and coast lines demands our attention and appropriate action.
I think that we are making these choices not because they are easier or practical, but rather because we are taking responsibility for ourselves and the environment to the best of our ability, based on the information we have.
So ladies, if you feel inspired please try it and spread the word. I leave here a website where you can buy organic cups. https://www.organicup.com

I think the youth should be more involved in things politics and environmental protection. The youth are the future!

I agree. The youth today are more focused on what's cool and not on what's good for us.

Our generation is some of the first to have to face climate change head on. We’ve grown up hearing about it, now it’s time for use to prevent future generations from hearing the same thing! No time is better than now to get politicians and those in our communities to hear about this. Now is the time for action

I heard that if we don't do anything then in 40 years the earth will be inhabitable

I heard that too

yeah i heard it too

Wow I did not know that

Yeah it should be around 35-40 years

We all say that we need to save the planet, reduce the level of CO2, but what we are doing for this?! Naturally, we can not perform global actions, but if everyone does something to the extent of its capabilities, it can turn a great overall result.
I believe that every school should be containers for waste sorting. In order to save our forests, we can take waste paper, for further processing. Less eating fast food as a huge amount of CO2 released during its preparation.
And remember, a little help does not happen!

I totally agree. We all seem to be able to "talk the talk," but no one has really started "walking the walk." The world will not change and reach its full potential until each and every one of us does as a collective unit. I think that the most effective way of achieving this goal is by reducing gas emissions. Carpooling, walking, and catching the bus are all ways to save gas, which will eventually reduce the level of CO2. People across the world are suffering from droughts, and it is because we overuse and squander with water like its a renewable source. The most effective way to reduce water use and prevent drought is to reduce shower length.

I agree as well, if everyone just helps a little bit, we may create a chain reaction to lower the CO2 levels.

I am willing to change to help with the climate changes that Earth is dealing with. I can defiantly cut back things in my house. That was the highest on my carbon footprint. I'm not sure what challenges will come with changing thing in my home.

I am willing to change to help benefit the environment. One example would be waking up an hour earlier to carpool with my dad. “Carpooling Helps the Environment Carpooling cuts down on the number of cars and vehicle son the road. Fewer cars means there is less carbon and other gasses and pollution getting into the air. This protects the environment by keeping the air, water, and land cleaner.” Since my dad always gets stuck in traffic on the way, this increases the car’s carbon emissions. This is because the car is running while it is not moving at a fast pace. However, if I wake up early he will be able to drive to work with less traffic, cutting the carbon emissions of his car.
Article:http://www.1800234ride.com/top-5-benefits-of-carpooling

I think I am ready to help the environment more too. I think to help I could get out of some bad habits I have and other people all around the world have. The first example is using more electricity then needed for everyone's day to day life. Another bad habit is leaving water on when I am not using it which wastes the water completely. For a final thing I can improve on for a more sustainable world could be the driving around when not necessary, I live close to school so honestly sometimes I can walk home and get more into the habit of using cars the less so I can stop polluting the humans but also everything on Earth that is living.
Article-http://nourishtheplanet.com/2016/03/9-b … vironment/

I think it is time for action in the world for anything to make this environment or world better. Make a change.

There are many things that my family and I use that enable us to have a large carbon footprint. Some things we can work on are taking less flights, using less water, and driving less. We take a lot of far trips, so we always fly. We need to stop taking so many planes to help our carbon footprint. We also use a lot of water because of showers, laundry, etc. We need to cut down on our long showers. Finally, we drive everywhere and most of it is nearby. So, we should stop driving everywhere and start walking and biking more.

There are a lot of things we do in my house to help the environment. For example, we recycle as much as we can, and we try to reuse as much as we possible. Along with this we don’t eat eggs or drink milk. I learned that how much i travelled this year, really affected my carbon footprint, along with how helpful carpooling is. Carpooling really saves energy and helps the environment. Also the packaging you use, we keep an eye out for products that have a lot of plastic packaging, because that creates unnecessary waste.
For any extra help, daily climate updates, and information on how to better our economy go to:
http://www.climatechangenews.org/

I know I can change more than I think, as well as everyone else, as long as we are committed. I realized I had a high carbon footprint from my transportation and traveling, both internationally and domestically. In the future, I know I can walk, bike, and take more public transportation. Even though it may not seem like doing much, I know every little bit helps. I also know I can pay more attention to what I’m eating and where it comes from to benefit both our environment and the local farmers and growers. When I’m going shopping, I can pay more attention to how the products are packaged and how much of the packaging is truly needed. I don’t exactly feel a lot of effects of carbon dioxide excess and global warming, beyond drought, wildfires, and increasingly higher temperatures, but I do know that people on the other side of the world are and will be at risk to the harsh effects of global warming. Everything in my mind and body I can control can change and help conserve our world.
More about where the carbon comes from and who will be affected: http://www.carbonmap.org/

Before I calculated my footprint I did not believe that my carbon footprint would be so high. My family has always been very conservative with how we did everything. I was shocked when I saw how high my carbon footprint is. I decided that I wanted to try and cut down on the amount of carbon that I put out. After searching the internet for a good source, I found a website called Carbon Fund. It has many tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint in many different areas. My family's main carbon emission is transportation. Carbon Fund states, "Studies have shown up to 30% of the difference in miles per gallon (MPG) is due to driving habits alone." It goes on to list certain ways you could save carbon. So even if you are not sure you can decrease your carbon footprint, there is probably a way to decrease it.
https://carbonfund.org/reduce/

I think that acknowledging and learning about your carbon footprint and the actions that impact it the most is something that is very important for all global citizens to do.  But it is not just enough to calculate your carbon footprint.  You have to be willing to change things in your lifestyle for the greater good of the planet and of people around the world.  One of the actions I would definitely be willing to change would be to take public transit, bike, or walk whenever I need to get somewhere.  This would be a little bit of a challenge because buses and subways don't go everywhere in the city, unlike a car would be able to.  It would also mean it would take longer to get to places if I would ride a bike or walk, instead of getting a ride in a car.  Then again, there are pros when making these changes.  For example, biking, walking, or taking public transit would be a lot cheaper than driving a car, especially here in Vancouver, where gas prices are through t he roof.  Not only would biking and walking benefit the environment, it would help keep me active and healthy.

There are plenty of things we can do to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide being released into the atmosphere.  Some things that we can do are, converting to solar energy, having meatless mondays and biking/walking instead of driving. All this is posssible but it really depends on yourself and if you are willing to change your habitats for the environment.

I think that if we don’t want to see our planet destroyed we have to act now and all together.
In my opinion we need to start using the sustainable energy we possess in a global way so as to reduce the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere. I know that many countries for financial and development problems can not afford to use these new technologies because they are too expensive but we have to find a solution to ensure that everyone can access these new technologies so that we can actually make positive changes.

I completely agree. Hope everyone will work together to improve and help save our planet.

There are several simple things we can do to improve the air, including carpooling, turning off the lights, and reduce our water use. Everyone around the world takes advantage of resources we have, but we should be aware of how we are effecting the environment. If everyone in the world changed a few things they do everyday, our air would be so much healthier. Some challenges we might have is that people don't want to change.

Jenna, 17, North Carolina

I agree. I think if we limit our use of energy, we can help save the environment and make sure we have enough energy to use in the future.

I also agree that if we as a whole use less fossil fuels it will greatly affect our environment in a good way though. It will make us healthier and use less of the fossil fuels that we only have so much of

@dylanthepickle good point

Most of the world's population lives in heavily polluted areas. Doctors increasingly underline the correlation between the presence of pollutants and that of various diseases. In fact, smog is becoming one of the first causes of death in the world, even exceeding tobacco. 9 out of 10 people breathe dangerously polluted air, and the number of deaths from pollution is 7 million deaths a year. Among these people there are at least 600 thousand who are under 15 years old. For these reasons, many countries have found many common goals, for example CO2 reduction and renewable production.

But what are the ways to do this and how soon can the process

Our generation is constantly influenced by social media, everyday 500 milion people scroll their feed on Instagram and facebook liking random pictures without "learning" anything. What if we could learn something useful instad?
We're always looking at popular people's lifestyle and think how lucky they are because they're rich, have an exciting life and travel a lot... sometimes we're even jeaolus of them, and want to be like them, but can you imagine wanting to be like these people because they help the planet? or because they lead a super sustainable lifestyle?
In my opinion at the moment there's not enough famous and influential people on the internet who tries to give a good example. On instagram so many young people are totally influenced by their idol or favorite influencer, but which values are these people sharing? Certainly not useful and meaningful ones!
I'm sure that if digital entrepreneurs started sharing how they try to consume and waste less, a lot of their fans would start doing the same, stimulating a positive exchange of ideas about how to lead a more s ustainable lifestyle.
I know it's a really modern way to see a way of changing, maybe it's crazy to think that social media could help the planet, but right now Instagram, Facebook and Twitter are the most followed exchange platform for many things, so why no even for the ecological purpose?
#zerowaste

Since I was in middle school, I always knew that the Climate Change was something that really happen. So I always tried to do something to reduce  my footprint, for example I began to brush my teeth without leaving the water to flow, or I began to pick up all the rubbish that I have found on the floor. But I thought that what I was doing wasn't enough to save the planet. So, when I went to high-school I began to go to school by my electric bike  instead to go with my motorbike, because from my house to my school there isn't much kilometers (something like 3 or 4 km). I also began to grow my own vegetable garden, because I think that it is more good (tasting it) and more ecological, because it is really 0 km food.
I think that everybody can do something for the goodness of the planet, but the problem is that not everyone has the will to do something....

I totally feel you. I've kinda always done the same, climate change was always an important topic for me. I travel almost everywhere by walking or with public transport, I live in a house that consumes almost anything and so on, but I think the problem doesn't lay in us.
The important thing is to change mentalities: I know -or see- people that seem to pollute as if it was their purpose. I hope it isn't, but I think they should start making big and little changes in their lives so that we can all benefit from this. It is like the fact that the Nations that pollute the most (like U.S., China,...) keep doing so when little Nations (like Holland,  Switzerland,...) try to improve.
I just hope people don't realize it too late..!

I did the same as you did! When I was in middle-school I didn't really care about the environment, I thought that it wasn't something I could resolve, so I didn't do anything about it. Going on with my school years my teachers have a lot talked about climate change and how this is impacting our lives in a negative way more and more every day. Now I also try to do my best in trying not to waste stuff, but i find it difficult to try making a change when there are people around that don't care, for example my neighbour, that always puts plastic and organic in the garbage together. I'm truly convinced that if everyone did their part, even in a little way, for example like you do by not wasting water when brushing your teeth, our planet would not  be shouting "Mayday Maday" every day.

I enjoyed participating in the Stanford University project, it was really interesting.
My ecological footprint was higher than the mean of the Canary Islands.
Now I will try to be more responsible with the environment and consume less energy.

I noticed my carbon footprint was not the amount I expected it to be. My family recycles and buys organic food, but other things that I did not think were very important really effected my footprint. Like leaving the heater on for a month or taking long showers. I found 50 ways to reduce my footprint here http://www.50waystohelp.com/. You should check this website out, it has some great ways to help the environment. Some of these things can benefit your health too. Does any one else have some more ways to easily reduce your footprint?

Good website! It listed many helpful tips to reduce anybody's carbon footprint. I also found these two websites:
http://ehtrust.org/health-and-environme … our-world/ 

http://greatist.com/happiness/ways-help-environment

One comment I found interesting in the first website was to avoid Styrofoam because it cannot be recycled and it does not break down naturally in the environment. In the second website, it includes many different ways that you could do simple tasks. It also provides encouragement to do those actions in the text.

When I used the online calculator to calculate the amount of CO2 I give off per year I found my number much higher than I thought it would be. I had estimated my carbon footprint would be around the same as the average person living in Texas, I was wrong.  When I had finished calculating all the sections, I went back to find out why my average was so much higher. I found that even though co2 emissions were lower than the average in food, house, and technology. I also found that transportation was the section where my carbon footprint really added up. My family has 17 plane rides in the past year that were at least four hours long if not longer. This section is where my carbon footprint really add up.

My carbon footprint is also higher than I thought it would be and it mainly because of home and transportation. Though, food and purchases are my low points, I still have a high carbon footprint. For me I expected to have at least somewhat of a lower footprint. I knew that transportation would kill my footprint, but not that much.

Also the same thing for me, transportation raised my carbon footprint a lot, purchases, food and the heating system don't raise the footprint as much as the transportation does. It was quite unexpected, I didn't know transportation could affect it that much.

My footprint is very high. I think that could reduce my footprint and not pollute the world .
we dont have care of the planet. We have to take care. Because if we don't take care, we could destroy ourselves.

Hi parnter!! Good work!

Hey, everyone my name is Casey. I found out that my carbon footprint is well above the average for Florida. On cause of this is my transportation. Another cause is my home energy. We do not turn out the lights when we leave a room all of the time. Which increases my carbon footprint. In my house we also have a lot of light bulbs. In my house we always keep it cool at 72 F. This increases my CO2 emissions as well. How I plan to reduce my CO2 of home energy is by remembering to turn off the lights when I leave a room. I can also turn the air up to 74 F during the summer, so not to waste energy, If you haven't figured out your carbon footprint yet a good website to use would be http://www.climatecare.org/climate/low-carbon-living/ . They help you find your carbon footprint for air travel, transportation, home energy, and more. They also tell you ways to conserve your heating, electricity, water, and food energy. The first step to reducing your carbon footprint is figuring out which area in your daily life uses up the most carbon.

Hi, my name is Rachel. My carbon footprint was 14,453kgs compared to my regions footprint of 15,918kgs. My transportation was my highest footprint total at 5,500kgs. My home was my next highest at 4,370kgs. My family always turns the lights off whenever we leave a room, and we only try to use our air conditioning and heating when it is necessary. However, it appears that we still need to find ways to lower our home footprint. Thanks for the website link! It looks really helpful. Since my transportation uses up the most carbon, I will try and focus on finding ways to reduce this. I drive to school, my sports practices, my friends houses, and all of my clubs. I can find ways to carpool and possibly even walk whenever possible

Hi, My name is Dylan and transportation was also the largest part of my total. This was because of how many international trips i took this year. I agree that turning off the lights when your not in a room will greatly help reduce your total. Personally I try to turn off lights when I leave a room and I believe that these greatly help reduce your totals.

My total foot print is 5,753 kgs of Co2 per year, and the average for Guatemala is 1,954 kgs. This means that I'm above the average, and that I need to work more in my transportation, home, and food habits to decrease this number. I'm going to be aware of my actions, and I'm going to put a lot of effort improving my footprint to be under the average. The part that I most need to work on is in transportation; this is because my school is really far from my house, so my dad has to drop me down and pick me up every day. I will try to decrease this by trying to use another type of transportation on the weekends.

My carbon foot print is 8948kgs,  its interesting because i tought i would have less, but then i started thinking and came to conclusion that its becase i drive to school and back every Day and thats more than 80 km, normal person drives a lot less, but i think public tranport has less polution that what they set for it.  Environment is really inportant so people can live better.

I agree with you Casey, the first step to reducing your carbon footprint is to identify what areas you expend the most energy in, and what areas can be reduced the easiest. Seeing that a lot of your carbon footprint comes from your home makes me think of a very important point. How much does your location in the world effect your carbon footprint? I thought of this because where I live (NC), keeping the temperature at 72 degrees year-round wouldn't be a very large expense, however keeping the air at 72 in a place like Florida would be much much more resource intensive.

Hi Casey, My name is Daniel. Our Carbon Footprints are very different. My Home life was the highest and my Transportation was the lowest. My Home life was above average because of the A/C and the lights that we leave on. My transportation is low because I don't have a car.

Our footprints were pretty similar Casey. Like you said, an easy way for everyone to help with their carbon footprint is to be conscious and careful with how they use their lights, appliances, and air conditioning. But unfortunately, we both have high transportation footprints that are difficult to deal with because in my region at least you almost have to have a car just because of how the highways space everything out. So that's hard to reduce without spending lots of money on a new more efficient car and that's not something everyone can afford to do to reduce their footprints.

Hello everyone!! My name is Polychronis and i am from Greece! I live in Makrochori and i am so excited because i can chat with people around the world.
Well my total carbon footprint would be lower than the average person in Greece because is 4490 kgs of CO2 per year, compared to
an average of 9047 kgs for Greece. Specially for transportation 249 kgs, for home 2277 kgs, for food 1826 kgs and for purchases 139 kgs.
I wait your critique or your comments!!

Hello, I'm Maria, from Valencia, Spain. I'm very exited because I can speak with different people around the world. So, my total footprint is lower than your, It's 3685kgs of CO2 per year. I never travel and my family grow a lot of fruit and I think that it's the cause. Anyway, I want to contaminate less because of I'm reading this website. What's else, on other hand, your house looks like very enviorement unfriendly, you ought to improve it. Good luck! You can. [IMG_20151114_134203](//muut.com/u/footprint/s1/:footprint:AuYa:img_20151114_134203.jpg.jpg)

Hi Polychronis I am from Greece too. Nice to meat you.

Hi. My name is Harpa and I live in Iceland.

My footprint for transportation was very high. I got 10914 kgs but in my region it is 2624 kgs. It´s because I travelled to Colorado USA and the flight was 8 hours each way. If we want to travel to other countries, we have to fly because we live on an island in the middle of the ocean. But in Iceland I always walk or ride a bike to school and to other activities. I try to walk as much as I can, because cars pollute a lot.

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In my family we have to travel a lot in our cars for school, sports, and work. However we try to carpool as much as possible especially for games that are far away. When I am not able to carpool with someone else i try to have another person carpool with me no matter when i go to school or to a sports event.

I play sports and have to drive to school everyday, so I always try to carpool. Almost everyday to school I take another person with me, and I travel with three others to my sports practice three times a week. Since we're carpooling, we reduce the amount of cars and reduce the carbon.

My name is mitchell i am from mooresville, NC, United States. Im 14 years old.  My total footprint is 13,209 kgs of CO2 compared to an average of 15,918 kgs and 3,791 kg 9=8,358 Ibs) worldwide. Today, we use transportation such as buses cars etc. I think we need to start using bikes or walk to places that are a lot closer to us to get to places.

I really like and agree with your solution.

I think we should all start to walk to places that are close to us

My carbon footprint was pretty high when it came to transportation. I drive/ ride a lot every day whether its to the mall, to grab food, and to do a lot of unnecessary things. now that summer is coming up, i believe my friends and i should ride bikes, walk more and only use car when travling far places.( may vary depending on the person).

I agree with you. because I go a lot of places through out the week. more places when im with friends

I agree #Deeeeaaaad

I agree I think you should walk or ride bikes more then using a car driving. I feel like you should just walk or some until you get average at least and I think I should drive more then I walk places so I could get a average footprint.

My footprint was high when it came to transportation too. Carpooling will help too. If you and a friend know you're both going to the same place, might as well save some gas and go together. Also, I read that keeping your tires full inflated, changing your oil regularly as needed, and other automobile maintenance helps preserve energy too!

Hi I am a student from Guatemala that studies in the American School of Guatemala. I took the carbon footprint survey and I believe that my results were too high. I believe that some of my results were kind of inaccurate but I would like to know some solutions to decrease my carbon footprint to help the environment.

My results were: [Screen Shot 2016-09-28 at 7](//muut.com/u/footprint/s2/:footprint:QJkl:screenshot20160928at7.43.06pm.png.jpg)

The highest contributor to most people's carbon footprint is transportation, which seems to be the case for you. So instead of driving a regular automobile, you could choose to take public transport. http://www.apta.com/mediacenter/ptbenef … fault.aspx
The link above lists the benefits of public transport, which includes ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
        The second highest contributor to your carbon footprint is food. You could decrease your carbon footprint in this way by decreasing the amount of meat, cheese, and eggs you eat. If you move towards a more vegetarian diet, than your carbon footprint will decrease. Th link gives tips on how to decrease your carbon footprint through dietary decisions.
http://www.greeneatz.com/foods-carbon-footprint.html
        The next biggest contributor is your home. You can reduce your carbon footprint by changing your lighting system from what it is currently to an LED one. You can also lessen your carbon footprint by doing simple things like turning the lights off before you leave a room, or not forgetting to shu t the fridge door.
         Your lowest contributor is purchases. You can reduce this by upcycling your shoes and clothes and buying local things.
https://carbonfund.org/reduce/
The link above has many ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
Hope this helps!

Im Andrew i'm from Mooresville North Carolina in the USA and im 15. My total average was 23,645 and most of it came from my transportation. I kinda knew my numbers would be a little high but I didnt think it would be my transportation that was so high. something I can do to make my number go down is I could use more energy effient things like not take long showers.

Your number was higher than mine

Kyleia McColley

I am From Mooresville Nc United states, My carbon footprint was very interesting to me because I wanted to see how I would average compared to everyone else. My total footprint was 8,292 which is I think about average, I saw some higher than mine and a couple lower. The majority of my footprint came from transportation. My results where normal to me I wasn't surprised, but I did learn a lot of how everything you do has a impact. My future actions will be to try to decrease my footprint by walking more.

The average in the united states is around 17,000 so yours is actually really low

It is really valuable to learn these things

Hello, Greetings from Iceland! My Results are way above the average in Iceland. The average is about 7.000 footsteps but my result were 16.893 footsteps. The highest number was in the transportation category. I fly a lot because my sister lives in Italy and when me and my friends meet up we like to drive around and going on road trips. The number i got from transportation was 13.642 all the numbers in the other category´s were lower then the average. I try not to waist food or electricity, so the numbers there are alright. I have to walk and cycle more, because the pollution in cars and airplanes is way to much.

I'm very surprised with how low my transportation was I can't tell if it's just because I'm riding my bike to most places or if it's because I don't go out that often

I got low in transportation too. Sadly I do not go out not often and my parents drive me to go the place that I want to go after all.

Yeah my transportation was pretty low to mostly becuase I don't travel much expect for sports.

I have high in transportation. My school is about 10-15 minutes away and going back and forth adds up. As well as my friends houses are kinda far as well so everything just added up.

Not really enough information but this is a very nice try!

Im really high in transportation but extreamly low in purchases. Then again, I don't buy that many things. Good for you not using a car all the time though!

That's amazing how you ride your bike most places, I wish I could do that! Unfortunately my city isn't the most bike friendly therefore I usually have to ride in a car to get to most places. Which caused my transportation to be quite high. Keep up the good work!

my transportation was very low because i only ride the bus and i dont really go places

i have a very low transportation  also but it is mostly because i do not travel as much    and i walk to most of my friends houses and rarely drive to places on the weekend

I have a high transportation because I go out often which most likely puts mine above yours. This response doesn't really give all of the required information about your carbon footprint but it is nice to see that your transportation is low, I envy that.

My total footprint was 17,481,461,255.
This shows that I need to improve lifestyle changes to help reduce my footprint.

ummmmmm.. why do i think you tried to get a high carbon footprint on purpose. ........

Who are you?

I was able to see and understand that the way that I am living has a huge impact in our world. Now I'll try to change this and do things that are going to help to preserved the environment.

In my opinion my carbon footprint is something over on the average Spanish, but this is because my house is big enough and we use lots of light.
In addition to this we tend to eat much meat and this also greatly increases the amount of carbon emitted. I think that the reach 1000 kg of C02 a year is "impossible".
The only thing we can try is to exponentially reduce the amount of C02 that we issue, since climate change is real and we need to slow down it.
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My name is Freydís and I live in a small town in Iceland. I live about 2km from my school and I usually drive or carpool with my mom. When the weather is nice I walk. My carbon footprint is quite low when it comes to home, food and purchases but when it comes to transportation I am way above average. The reason for that is I travel a lot. This year I've been on 8 flights and that is what raises the number to 11.602 kgs. I love traveling and I cannot see myself stopping that anytime soon. The question is just if I can fly a bit less often f.ex if I want to go to Europe, take a short flight and then train to other countries but unfortunately more eco friendly transportation is more costly.

Hello, my name is Sergio and I’m from Spain. My footprint is about 20,000kgs, but that’s why this year I have flown by plane twice and I live a little far from the school. Also, we like to eat meet and, in summer, we use a lot the air conditioning. But hereinafter I will do all that is possible to reduce my footprint.

My footprint is 7000kgs.
I am from Spain.
My footprint is up of average of Spain,  because I flew with plane and I live 16km away the school.
I don’t eat many meat and I haven’t air conditioner.

Hi, I'm Mar, from Denia, Spain.
My footprint is 15217 kgs,  is so upper, but I traveled 3 times to Italy to visit a familiar, one of this times, I went in car, for do a road trip.
My footprint is up of averafeof Spain.

My footprint is less thant the average because I go all the places with the bike and I d'ont eat a lot of meat. My House is not so big so I don't use so much the heater. I think that we have to change because this problem affects us all and the world was changing for evil

the world is not evil. We are good and you should try to create harmony and peace. Be zhen dude. Life is going to be okay.

My score was 18,683. That is definitely above the average. I know that I can do more to help the earth that I don’t. I can try to ride my bike in more places and buy less things. And I don’t need to be charging my phone for 8 hours at a time. I think that a lot of the time I am just lazy so I drive my car short distances that I could easily ride to. I definitely have a carbon footprint that I should try harder to get rid of.

My average was a total of 3,153,, way lower than yours. I don't know how yours was so high but I hope it improves over time.

Mine was 3,153 but I don't know what yours is... I hope that this improves but I can't see your total footprint so you could be lying.

Nice job using a different way of transport

My footprint is 16,327 which is about 1,000 higher than North Carolina's average but most of my points come from transportation so I think that your making a good choice in taking a bike everywhere, that could definitely help everyone reduce their carbon footprint.

Hi Mar, my carbon footprint is 19,143 kgs, and I travel 2 times a year to a place far from mine in a car, I think everybody should use buses and bikes to get places because it's cleaner than having thousands of cars emitting toxic fuels into the air, do you agree with this strategy to make this world a better place?

I think more people should ride bikes and not eat as much meat like you and we need to get off our phones and go out and do things like ride bikes.

Hi Freydís, I'm very glad you're carbon footprint is low, I love traveling too especially to new places but that yields the result of my 19,143 kgs of carbon emitted. I often travel and purchase a decent amount of things so I'm finding ways to lower my footprint. Would riding buses and bikes and making them affordable and accessible to different people help lower everyone's carbon footprint. Do you agree with this strategy?

Hi, My name is Seth, From North Carolina USA.
My total footprint is 10,021 kgs, it is Lesser but i haven't traveled that much. My footprint is Less that the average in my region

Hi Mar, my carbon footprint is 10,021 kgs, and i have only traveled once this year not very far from my state by car, I think that if people take the time to keep track of what they did and where they went then their carbon footprint would be lower.

My carbon footprint was less than average as well.  I think that it is good that you are doing as much as you can to save energy.  Riding your bike saves a lot and it is also good exercise.

My carbon footprint is somewhere in the 20's I know, its bad but Im working on ways to help improve it.

Thats good that it was lower than your region, keep up the good footprint

Your footprint is the average of our footprints in our region.  Everywhere is different though because it is the average of Spain as well.

Thats really good to keep your carbon footprint lower than the average.

Your footprint looks good to be lower than the region. At least your lack of travels haven't effected your footprint in a negative way.

my total footprint is 12,326.i think the reason why mine was more than yours is because i travel a lot during breaks

hi mar your carbon footprint was larger than mine by  nearly 3,000.I did quite a bit of travailing my self but not enough to equal up to your 3 times travailing to Italy

Mine was above average and maybe I should ride my bike places as well.

your carbon footprint is very high and you chould work on lowering it so we can all leave the earth better than it is now and if we do that we help other animals in the world

Hi mar, Your carbon footprint is really high compared to mine and you should try to lower it by finding a different way to travel

It's good that it is low because then you aren't showing a bad footprint.

riding your bike is a very good idea, riding it to school in the morning or just reducing your driving can reduce your carbon footprint, my transportation was a little above average but not to bad, i think its because everything i drive to is very close by even though we drive a lot a day

Its good that you were lower because it shows that means that you aren't hurting the environment.

if going to Italy three times in the past year was a one time thing then that shouldnt really put an impact on your carbon footprint so you shouldn't worry about it being high it'll drop

Your footprint is about average for our region, I do not think you have to worry about it that much, if you want to reduce it, try not traveling as much.

My carbon footprint was also below average. I think it is  good that you are riding your bike instead of cars because that saved the environment. It is good that you ride your bike because everyone now a days they are inside on their phones and not outside riding their bikes or doing anything

It's good that you are fully aware of the problem. Public transportation like trains, buses, and such can also be a good way to cut back on transportation. In regards to the House situation, I always felt like it was more about the use of appliances and electricity.

If I had my own home, I would get energy from solar panels. There are many benefits to using solar energy. It's a renewable energy source and it will lower the electricity bill. I'd also locate my house somewhere close to my school. This way, I could bike or walk which contributes less CO2 emissions than driving. If living near my school isn't an option, I'd live near public transportation. I would try and grow my own food in my backyard. This would reduce the amount of CO2 coming from planes and trucks transporting fruits and vegetables. Overall, if I were to live like this, the amount of CO2 emissions my household produces would decrease a lot.

I agree entirely! With solar panels, the electricity bill is basically eliminated because they absorb the energy from the sun instead of burning fossil fuels.  Also, with a garden, it is a natural process and does not emit almost anything. Building your house near your school is a genius idea because cars emit so much CO2 and if you bike there is no CO2 emitted and if you use public transportation everyone would produce a lot less carbon dioxide. These strategies will definitely help reduce your carbon footprint.

I totally agree with these ideas! Buying solar panels would cost less and produce less carbon dioxide than fluorescent and incandescent lights. Also, riding a bike to go shopping or hanging out with friends would be a great way to use more carbon dioxide emissions. Cars are so accessible that it is people's first reaction to use them. However, it would cost less and be less harmful to the environment if people rode their bike or even took a bus or carpool. It would be great to find a way to explain to people at your work, home, or school the difference it makes on the environment. This is why I want to bring to knowledge the effect cars have on the environment and what people could do to reduce their carbon footprint.

I agree with all of your ideas. Solar energy is much healthier for the environment, as it derives clean and pure energy from the sun, instead of burning fossil fuels. Solar energy is also pollution free and causes no greenhouse gases to be emitted, which decreases global warming. I also agree with your idea about living close to your school or work. Biking or walking to school saves energy and money, pollutes less, and is also a great form of exercise.

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My total carbon footprint was 12,733. For transportation I got 2,447. For home I got 4,656. For food I got 5,432 . For purchases I got 289. I go to school everyday on the bus, which is why transportation might be high for me, I also need to drive home from practice. Food we are pretty normal and purchases I feel like are normal too.

I agree with all of your ideas about cutting down your household carbon footprint. It is hard for younger people to convince their parents to cut down on their carbon footprint. When I am older I will buy organically and locally. I also plan on having a garden like you. I also would like to live closer to work and schools so there will be less emissions from transportation.

Your doing great. Keep doing what your doing

Good job on having a lower carbon footprint, but there are still improvements you can make to make it even lower. Buying more organic and locally grown foods is beneficial. In your home you can take shorter showers, recycling, composting.

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Your footprint was below average, so good job. Since transportation is essential and you may not be able to change that much about your home, eating locally grown food and not eating out as much should lower your number and help the environment.

Hi my footprint was 6,923 kgs. (Lomma - Sweden)

Hello, mine is 3,067 kgs, which is much lower than the average of 10,958 for my country. Maybe you can decrease your footprint even more, for example you can take the bus to go to school or you can buy your food trying to use a "recyclable" bag and not a plastic one. You can even do the simplest things like turn off the lights when you don't need them, take a short shower instead of a bath, and many others. I hope I gave you some tips to lower your footprint a little more.

I'm a girl from Argentina and I currently live in Switzerland, and I've noticed a really huge difference in mentalities. Here we are used to recycle and it is kind of unusual not doing that but in Argentina -at least what I saw- it is totally different. There aren't different bins to divide the trash. When I tell them they shouldn't throw everything together it is like speaking another language to them and it is very hard to explain how important it is.
Anyone agrees? Did you solve this problem?

I've noticed that too in many countries, including in South America. 

I don't think it takes liong for recycling to become second nature to people, but there is an initial mental hurdle to get over, to think before you throw something out.

But of course there is a bigger issue correct?  There needs to be recycling infrastructure.  Do you live in Buenos Aires?  I'll bet there is some limited recycling infrastructure there, but not commonly used by people.  You can start by trying to find out who does recycling and if they would accept drop offs, say, from a local high school.

The high school could build their own bins, collect the recyling, and drop it off at the recycling center.  The news media might be interested in a story like that, and this is how trends get started!

Right now (since I was little actually) I live in Switzerland, but I have lots of people from my family living there. Surely there are some infrastutures, but the problem is that people don't look for them or they're not accessible.
An aunt of mine works in a kindergarten and she told me she tries to explain it to children, so that they tell it their parents and so on. It is very unfortunate that they don't have divided bins in the town. She [my aunt] took pictures here, in Switzerland, of our bins because she couldn't believe they were everywhere!

I think that it's important to immediatly act, because there are already many problems in the world about the global warming. I think that the people don't realize that it's a concrete problem and that all this is happening right now. Especially in Europe, the people believe that these problems aren't near us, but it's not true: we can see all the effects of global warming everyday.

Do you know that the plastic shopping bags are one of the major source of waste and pollution in our society? We all know that they are very convenient and useful, but we also all know that they present many problems to the world. So, why don’t we try to stop to use it or at least don’t we try to reduce their use? I’m convinced that if we start to change some of our habits, we will contribute to reduce the pollution in the world. Plastic pollution can afflict land, waterways and oceans. The numbers are scary. Consider that as of 2018, about 380 million tons of plastic is produced worldwide each year. From the 1950s up to 2018, an estimated 6.3 billion tons of plastic has been produced worldwide. Only a small part of it is recycled and unfortunately the remainder is going to landfills. Even some researches suggest that by 2050 there could be more plastic than fish in the oceans by weight. This large amount of plastic waste inevitably enters the environment and that is for example the reason why the bodies of 90% of seabirds contain plastic debris. Also the sea turtles hav e been fund to contain large proportion of plastics in their stomach. When this occurs, the animal typically starves, because the plastic blocks the animal’s digestive tract. Plastic debris has been responsible for the deaths of many marine organisms, such as fish, seals, turtles and birds.
When I read articles on this subject, I promised myself to stop using plastic bags and I to start to raise awareness among my family and my friends. I’m convinced that we can live well even without plastic bags or other plastic materials and I really hope that you will start to do the same, so that we can give our small contribution to improve the world.

We need to start watching our carbon emissions and see how we’re contributing to global warming and fix what needs to be fixed. We can’t sit around like our current politicians, we need to get up and take action.

I think that we as the people should start sooner then later, there is no time like now to begin to minimize the amount of carbon we produce and save the environment.

After calculating my carbon footprint, I was surprised that the food I ate could have an impact on the environment. Most people don't think about how the food they are eating may contribute to global warming. Until after this assignment, I didn't think that eating meat could increase a carbon footprint as much as it did. My family and I eat lots of vegetarian meals but we also eat a lot of meat. I am willing to eat meat less often for the sake of the environment and for my health. I think that this will be a challenge because my family will most likely keep eating meat. I think that if I inform my family about carbon footprints, I might get them to eat less meat with me. If everyone ate less meat around the world, the amount of carbon released will greatly decrease. I think that more people should join me and eat less meat!

i was surprised too. i knew eating meat wasn't amazing for the environment, but i didn't know how truly bad it was. form doing this i've learned that the easiest way to reduce our footprints, may be to consume less meat. or its at least a good starting point.

If we do not take action in the next few years to come, our Earth will be severely damaged from the pollution that we are adding to our atmosphere. However, there is a way that we can improve the quality of our air. Taking action to change our carbon footprint can help to increase the quality of our atmosphere. Some different ways that you can improve your carbon footprint just in your houses include; turning off the lights after you leave a room, sorting your trash into the recycling, compost, and trash bins, and finally using re-usable containers and water bottles is a great way to reduce plastic usage! Even helping to plant a tree or vegetables in a garden is a great way to help keep our air clean.

Yes I totally agree with you. But don't you think this is easier said than done due to the fact of old habits. Is it really possible to get the whole world to make these small changes.

I agree with you. I like the idea of recycling re-usable containers and water bottles.  And even by planting and gardening.

I agree with you all the way but its definitely easier said than done. But Im not sure if its really possible  to get the whole world to make these small little changes.

It is very important to do this, but the question is if we can change our habits in time. Scientists predict that if the global temperatures rise by 2 degrees Celsius, what we have done will be irreversible. We have already risen by at least a degree, so the time for action is now.

I agree, there are so many small changes people can make to their lives that can make a big difference if enough people do it.

I also agree with you. We definitely need to do something about the amount of pollution in the atmosphere and in the ocean. Something we can do which is quite easy is too recycle more and compost.

My carbon footprint is pretty high and there are little easy ways to reduce it. I have asked my parents about growing a garden and they are becoming more open to the idea after I told them about the research that I have done. With a garden, it is somewhat challenging to manage but it helps my footprint decrease a lot. In factories, the burning of fossil fuels emit such a large amount of carbon dioxide and when I grow a garden, my footprint will gradually decrease because it is a natural process. Another efficient way to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emitted is to install solar panels. Although solar panels are a little pricey they can even eliminate the electricity bill. Electricity burns a large number of fossil fuels but solar panels absorb energy and don't have to make it because the sun provides the energy. Building a garden and installing solar panels are easy and efficient ways to reduce my carbon footprint.

I've also struggled with getting my parents to reduce our household footprint! Not being the person who provides a source of steady income for the house can be so frustrating, especially because it means that most decisions are simply not up to me. I think you're doing the right thing by researching and presenting your ideas to them gradually. I'm currently working on the same idea of getting solar panels added to my house.

Some ways we can change and conserve energy is maybe by turning off the lights when they are not being used. We can unplug our stuff over night to conserve. Some challenges we may face is maybe laziness and not wanting to get of and turn off these things.

For the sake of the environment I am willing to limit the amount of unrenewable products to better suit our environment. For example paper bags instead of plastic to limit the amount of items in our landfill, maybe switching to an electric car to limit fuel emissions and oil pollution in the environment. Challenges I will encounter is the price tag because the things I name can be mugged more expensive especially organic foods. My life would be easier if I had a support system or group to help me in my process.

My carbon footprint has for sure increased a lot because of transportation. When I think about it, I am driving to places that are not super far.  To reduce my carbon footprint, I will start walking more often to places rather than drive.  Also riding a bike is a good and fast way to help reduce your carbon footprint. Not driving as often will help reduce the pollution on the planet.

I feel like we all want to make change, but not all of us are actually willing to make that change. My school is only a mile away from my house, so I could easily bike to and from there, but when I really think about it, would I actually ever do it? This could be because our carbon footprints don't really have direct consequences. The harm we inflict upon the Earth with our carbon footprints are more long term effects, so we don't really consider it on an everyday basis.

Some things I think my family and I could do to reduce my carbon footprint include eating less meat & having a few more vegetarian meals a week, turning off the lights when no one's in the room, or eat more locally grown food. I think people don't realize how easy it could be to reduce your carbon footprint just by simply turning off your lights and making easy changes.

Some things that you can do to help reduce your carbon footprint could be as simple as turning of the lights before you leave a room or using reusable bags. There are so many different things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint and help the quality of air we all breathe in. People all over the world can do something to help decrease the CO2 production.

Yes, a few more ways of reducing your carbon foot print would include, Eating less or no red meat, because this is contributing to farm emissions, driving electric cars instead of regular to reduce the gasses.

I agree that people can do a lot to reduce their carbon footprint because it is so easy to do, but too many people are just too lazy to get up and do things that can change the world and are willing to sacrifice the future generations and the world we will be giving them.

To prevent ocean acidification reducing your carbon foot print is a good way to start. Cutting down on the use of electricity and eating less red meat so you don't contribute to farming emissions. Also recycling products that can be recycled is good for our environment.

Addison, 14, North Carolina.

I agree because the carbon foot print can reduce the likeliness for ocean acidification.

Our Earth is deteriorating as we know it and we humans are destroying the Earth with our every day activities. The planet is over heating and the database "Global Climate Change" reports that the oceans are acidifying, the ice caps are melting, sea levels are rising, there are extreme changes in the climate, and more! We must make a change now in how we live our lives - and there are many simple ways that we can do this at our homes: eat less red meat, take shorter showers, carpool/ride bikes/public transportation, turn the lights off and use natural light, etc. As you can see there are many ways that we can improve our carbon footprint and help the Earth stay healthy and clean of pollutants.
Global Climate Change: Vital Signs of the Planet: Evidence-
https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/

Alex- I agree, eating less red meat, taking shorter showers and carpooling definitely would help climate change. Also installing solar panels and wind turbines are other options although they are more expensive.

I agree! There are so many easy changes that we can make within our own homes and families that can result in ending this crisis. We can all easily reduce our Carbon Footprint by taking public transportation, especially in the area were we live which is so heavily public transportation oriented with Bart and busing. Reducing the amount of meat we are killing in mass numbers for food can also help tremendously, cutting out beef from a daily meal plan and replacing it with  a substitute can help change the state off our earth! Everything you stated in this post can be easily cut from our everyday lives! 
To learn even more check out: https://www.nrdc.org/stories/how-you-ca … al-warming

I agree as well. There are many ways we can help reduce our carbon footprints. For starters what we should all implement into our lives is meatless Mondays every week. Meatless Mondays would be great for reducing our carbon dioxide emissions because everybody can do it they do not have to become completely vegan to save the planet. This will decrease the meat that is being manufactured especially beef because cows produce a lot of methane emissions. Cows are especially the worse because on average a cow releases between 70 and 120kg of Methane per year. Methane is a greenhouse gas like CO2, but methane is 23 times more effective in the raising of global warming. I also agree with Erin's point which was using public transportation more often. Public transportation reduces are green house gas emissions immensely because instead of driving separate cars to work we will only have to ride one big transportation system.  Public transportation will make a huge difference because 95% of all carbon dioxide released is from transportation.

https://timeforchange.org/are-cows-cause -of-global-warming-meat-methane-CO2

https://www.transit.dot.gov/sites/fta.d … ge2010.pdf

Alex, I completely agree with what you wrote. Greenhouse gas emission is destroying the Earth and we do need to make change now. I agree with all your ideas about how to take action and try and help the environment. There are so many simple ways to help the environment and you did a great job teaching people what they can do to help. I personally am going to try and help the environment by doing these simple tasks. I am already a vegetarian which helps reduce my carbon footprint. However, I am also going to work on taking shorter showers, turning off my lights when I am not using them, and more. I hope by doing these things I can help the environment and making a change.

I totally agree with you Alex! I also want to make a change in my actions to prevent these activities that destroy the Earth. I find it touching that you want to reduce your footprint by eating less red meat and taking shorter showers. I am inspired by your methods and take them into consideration before making any choices that affect the environment. We all should reflect on our decisions and try to make a change for the better!

Alex i have to say that i am on your side and i agree with you. I think that everyone should give more effort to reducing their carbon footprint because  we are destroying our Earth, and there is only one. If everybody just took shorther showers and maybe  use less electricity we would already see a difference in carbon footprint. But the problem is alot of people don't care  and  mostly don't know how big of a damage they are doing to our precious Earth. We should do more to inform public about climate change and carbon footprint so people  get educated about the real problems of our planet. I can't say for myself that i had always cared for Earth but few years ago i  started taking much shorter showers and i dont use much electrcity as i used to instead i  use sunlight. Furthermore i will try to give more effort to reducing my carbon footprint because it start's with us. It's funny how most of the leader think that  money  is the real issue but  once  we deplet our resources they will see the truth.

I agree with you at some point but I think that the all goverments in the world should make the laws in which we have to use electric transportation. Well we should produce less meat, when I say meat I think about all the meat and that we should base our nutrition on vegetarian food. That way we are creating a healthier environment for the planet Earth and also there would less obesed people in the world.

I agree completely. If we as a human race want to stop climate change, that starts with us. Everyone has to do their part to help save this Earth because if we do not, the consequences will be dire. Everyone can make sure to not leave lights on or use any unneeded electricity, and everyone should do their best to carpool or use public transportation so reduce our carbon footprint.

One step can make a huge difference in our carbon footprint. A change I am willing to make to reduce the carbon footprint is starting by making changes in my own carbon footprint and then spreading the word to family and friends. I could start by decreasing the amount of time we have the lights on in places that aren't being used and by turning off the faucet while brushing my teeth only opening it when needed. Also by taking a shorter time taking showers. These changes can help and if we all contribute and are willing to make these changes we would have a better carbon footprint.

I think that one of the best ways that we can moniter our footprints is by conserving energy. An example of this would be turning of the lights after leaving a room and making sure the dish washer is completely full before running it. Even though they may seem small, these actions are what could help lead and help motivate others to following in your footsteps. Conserving energy is a great way to decrease your foot print and change the world for the better. Conserving daily recources is also very important for keeping the environment clean. An example of this would be turning of the water faucet when it is not in use or taking shorter showers in order to save water. Conserving recourses is important becuase with our growing population, materials and recourses are very important to have in order to plan for a future. Conserving energy and recourses is one of the best ways that we can start to help our environment and move towards a sustainable future.

I agree with you Lola. If everyone does those small tasks that you said, such as turning off the lights when you're not in the room, it could make a greater impact. I think that we should not waste resources. In America, we live in a consumerist culture that can lead to unneeded waste. If we all only use resources that we need, then it will drastically reduce waste.

There are many things we as a community could do to decrease our carbon footprint. We could grow and sell more food locally, especially growing food at our own homes, we could carpool more, and we can use human-powered vehicles for shorter distances. We could replace all of our light bulbs with LEDs. We could take shorter showers.  We could eat less red meat. That would be good.

According to numerous sources on the website, including National Geographic and Nasa, greenhouse gas concentration levels have shot up in the past 100 years. This is causing our planet to overheat. According to an article on the LiveScience website, the global warming is causing ice caps to melt, ocean acidity levels to rise, and making extreme weather events more likely to occur. We must take action and do anything we can to prevent the earth from overheating further. I plan on doing this by recycling cans and bottles, taking shorter showers, and biking to my friend's house. It may be a challenge to always remember to recycle or bike to a friends house when I'm tired, but I am willing to take these actions. In doing this I will be able to reduce my carbon dioxide emissions and contribute to fixing the problem that is taking place.
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https://www.livescience.com/37057-globa … fects.html
https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/

Each day, we increase our carbon footprint without even realizing it. Although it may seem difficult, we can make changes to try and reduce this footprint. One way is to reduce the amount of energy you're using at home. Most of us don't notice how much energy we use up everyday by just doing simple actions. We can reduce this by turning off the lights when they're not needed, taking shorter showers, and only charging your phone when it needs to be. If everyone completed these simple tasks, the average carbon footprint would reduce greatly.

A way we can conserve energy is by turning off the lights we do not need at the moment, shuting off the home computers, not leaving our phones/ computers in the outlets all night long, turning the tv off when not used and other things. Some challenges we may face may include forgetting or just being lazy and not feeling like turning anything off

I understand that we can make personal choices to lower our carbon footprint. However, I understand that change needs to happen on a larger, even global scale, as this issue affects the entire earth. So I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for what we could do in our communities (just to start small) to help combat climate change.

Recently last week my school Bishop O'dowd High School dedicated the whole week to earth by conserving energy and limiting the amount of water we use. The lights were turned off in the annex and cafeteria during the day and the toilets flushed with a limited capacity of water. Also in the cafeteria, food was served without meat with many vegetarian meals to show the students how much water is used to produce meat. Although it felt very weird to have these changes adjusted to my school I think that we should start improving and leaning to this environment everyday we can. We should feel comfortable having lights turned off when the sun is out and  eating more produce type meals instead of just meat. This way we can conserve for the future and make our environment the best it can be!