Five Simple Ways To Help

The following are 5 simple ways that you can do in your everyday life to help reduce Global Warming.

1. Uplug electrical appliances when not in use

Many electronic devices draw power whenever they are plugged into an outlet, even when they are turned off or are fully charged. These include adapters for rechargeable batteries of cell phones and digital cameras. Electronics that are on standby, such as TVs and computer monitors, also waste energy. Turning off the lights when you leave the office or home also helps.

2. Use your own bag for shopping

Instead of using plastic bags from stores, you can bring your own bag for shopping. Plastic bags usually end up in landfills and can take up to 1,000 years to biodegrade in landfills that emit harmful greenhouse gases.

You can also refuse to use a plastic bag for an item you just bought. If you will be using the item right away or it will fit in your pocket or bag then you can tell the cashier that you do not need a bag for it. If you plan to go on a shopping spree and you did not bring a shopping bag, you can use the plastic bag from the first store in your next purchases. Combine all the items you bought in one plastic bag whenever possible.

3. Use public transportation or start a carpool with your coworkers or classmates

Using public transportation is one less car on the road. A car that gets 20 miles per gallon will emit about 50 tons of carbon dioxide over its lifetime. If you really need to use a car, you can share a ride with someone. With carpooling, you help save the planet, you save money (share gas cost) and maybe even gain a new friend :)

4. Recycle

Keeping a separate bin for paper, plastic bottles, metal cans and other recyclable materials will help reduce Global Warming. You can also sell these items to used bottle and paper collectors ('magbobote') for extra income.

5. Spread the word

Send a link to this blog to your friends! Email this list and encourage people to do their part. You can also use your social networking skills to help spread awareness on Global Warming. Start a Friendster group or community with the mission of promoting awareness on Global Warming.


Other things that you can do:

• Use Compact Fluorescent (CF) Lightbulbs

CF bulbs may be more expensive than incandescent bulbs but use one-quarter the electricity and last several years longer. This simple switch will save about 300 pounds of carbon dioxide a year. You are not only helping the environment, but you are also saving money by using CF bulbs!


• Vote for politicians who are concerned about Global Warming

Make sure your voice is heard by voting for politicians who see Global Warming as a problem and makes solving it a priority.


• Contribute to Global Warming organizations

There are numerous organizations that support actions to stop Global Warming. You can volunteer your time or donate money to these organizations. If you are in school, you can join groups that advocate for the environment.

To see more ways to help, please visit:
http://www.time.com/time/specials/2007/0,28757,1602354,00.html
http://globalwarming-facts.info/50-tips.html
http://www.nrdc.org/globalwarming/gsteps.asp