How to reduce carbon footprint

The carbon footprint is a measure of the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses that are produced by human being activity. The more you use energy, gas and electricity, the higher your carbon footprint will be. So here are some everyday ways to reduce carbon footprint.

Replace glowing bulbs with compact fluorescent with many advantages, such as saving energy. Fluorescent bulbs provide the same amount of light as glowing ones but less energy spent on producing heat which makes them more energy-efficient, which means a reduce energy bills.

Recycling helps save the natural resources to make prospect products. Be aware of food scraps, paper and electronics that could obtain throw and recycle them as much as possible. Composting will lessen the amount of food waste in the garbage and create a rich fertilizer for the garden. You could contribute to a healthier help environment by creating your own compost pile.

Lessen the need to copy and print and if you have to, make sure you copy and print on both sides of the paper. Recycle the use of envelopes, paper clips, and folders. You can use used paper and use soy base ink, which is more environmentally friendly products.

Replace energy related commercial windows and doors at your home. Reduce drafts by ensuring that all doors and windows are sealing properly, use weather stripping, caulking on your windows or even just a home made draft eliminator for your external doors.

Replace the exterior lights around your home and in your garden with solar-powered ones.

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