Many students using our footprint calculator said that they could not pledge to reduce their home footprints because they were not making the decisions for the household. Here is your chance to design your own sustainable virtual household!
If you had your own home, what would you do to make it more energy efficient? Where would you get your electricity from? Where would your house be? Would you live near to your school or work or local transit options? Where would you get your food from?
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My High Family Carbon Footprint
I was not surprised that my home energy was the highest category to release carbon dioxide, but I was shocked to find out that my home energy releases about 7,200 kgs. I now realize I need to decrease this amount promptly. I found a website that gives suggestions on how to reduce your carbon footprint. After reading the website, I realize I can turn off small appliances like my microwave or my toaster when not in use. An electronic that I can turn off when not in use is my television or DVD player. This website not only discusses how to reduce your home carbon footprint, but also your school/work, and traveling.