CO2 Reduction

Offset the pollution of your family car

10 great ways you and your parents can reduce CO2 emissions

= 200 lbs/year CO2 emissions

Action		Savings on CO2 lbs/year
Recycle half your household waste		2,400
Adjust your thermostat two degrees		2,000
Turn off electronic devices		2,000
Eat one less quarter pound burger a month		1,800
Reduce packaging garbage by 10%		1,200
Switch 6 light bulbs to energy efficient ones		900
Install two water efficient showerheads		700
Wash your clothes in cold or warm water		500
Check your tires		250
Drive two miles less each week		100
	Total Carbon Savings in Pounds	11,850

11,850 pounds CO2 = 5.9 tons CO2
5.9 tons CO2 = taking one midsize SUV
off the road!