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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My personal footprint
My total carbon footprint was 12,695kgs. If we all take small simple actions to reduce our footprint we would be doing the planet a huge favor. Use a handkerchief instead of disposable tissues. Don't use disposable plastics. Take reusable containers when picking up to-go food. Use reusable bags when going to the grocery store. Take shorter showers. Catch a ride with your friend. Turn the lights off. Avoid using plastic in every situation you can. Reuse the same plastic water bottle for multiple weeks or even months. These are just some examples of how we can all reduce our footprint. I will try my hardest to keep pushing for change and take action now.
Ryan Jones- Florida, U.S.A.