Students from around the world calculated their class mean and standard deviations for their footprints and posted them on our world map.
Do you see differences across the globe? If so, why do you think those differences exist?
Did you use the calculator to try to reduce your footprint down to the average from a citizen of another country? What changes would you have to make to lower your footprint in this way? Are you going to try and take some of these actions in your daily life?
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ways to reduce carbon footprint
Here are some ways you can help reduce your carbon footprint is by carpooling to work or school with someone to use less emissions. You can also cut down on air conditioning in your car and at home and eat less meat and stick with fruits and veggies. You could even Reduce how much food you throw away. Start using more reusable cups, plastic, and other reusable goods. You can even take less showers and when you're not using any electronics you should unplug them. Donating your old clothes to a thrift store could help someone who needs them while keeping items out of landfills. Even using your voice and spreading awareness on this topic will help others to reduce their carbon footprint.