Each and every individual can make a difference to reduce the impact of Global Warming by following some very simple practical daily life solutions. Please do read on further and you would probably realise that it is actually very simple to make that difference - the positive impact that will make the world a better place to live in. Here are a few daily life solutions:
1) Use the "Off" SwitchSave electricity and reduce global warming by turning off lights when you leave a room, and using only as much light as you need. And remember to turn off your television, video player, stereo and computer when you're not using them.
2) Reduce and RecycleReducing your garbage by 25 percent will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 1,000 pounds per year. Recycle aluminum cans, glass bottles, plastic, cardboard and newspapers can reduce your home's carbon dioxide emissions by 850 pounds per year.
3) Don't Give Energy AwayIf you caulk and weather-strip around doors and windows to plug up leaks you can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 1,700 pounds per year.
Use less hot water by installing a low flow showerhead and washing clothes in cold or warm water.
Eliminate one trip by car per week by stringing errands together
(savings based on a 5 mile trip to the store)
4) ComputersPCs : configure your computer to shutdown after 1 hour of non-use (Start Menu > Control Panel > Power Options > Power Schemes tab).
5)Diet: Try to eat fruits and vegetasbles that are (1) grown locally (2) in season (3) organic.
6) Other energy efficient choices for your homeUse the energy saver cycle on your dishwasher and only run it when full.
Clean or replace the air filter on your air conditioner.
Install low-flow shower heads to use less hot water.
Caulk and weatherstrip around doors and windows.
