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If we can reduce our household garbage by 10 per cent, we can save about 1,200 pounds of

carbon dioxide annually. In addition, always pay attention to the total lifetime cost, including

energy, not just the price tag. Look for the ENERGY STAR label. The labels were

established in order to help users to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants

caused by the inefficient use of energy. It will be much easier to identify and purchase

energy-efficient products that offer savings on energy bills without sacrificing performance,

features, and comfort. Hence, in general different appliances of household can cause their

very own value carbon footprints. We can say that, the greener the technology concept

involved, the carbon emissions produced will be reduced.

4. Lighting

Compact florescent bulbs are designed to provide more natural-looking light while using far

less energy than standard light bulbs. Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact

fluorescent (CFL) light bulbs. Lighting in our house also plays an important role to increase

the carbon emission. Wherever practical, replace regular or conventional light bulbs with

compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. Replacing just one 60-watt incandescent light bulb

with a CFL will save you $30 over the life of the bulb. CFLs also last 10 times longer than

incandescent bulbs, use two-thirds less energy, and give off 70 per cent less heat. For

example in U.S., if every family replaced one regular light bulb with a CFL, it would

eliminate 90 billion pounds of greenhouse gases, the same as taking 7.5 million cars off the

road. It is quite a huge effect that are coming from bulbs or lighting appliances.

5. Use Less Hot Water

Set the water heater at 120 degrees to save energy, and wrap it in an insulating blanket if it ismore than 5 years old. Buy low-flow showerheads to save hot water and about 350 pounds of

carbon dioxide yearly. For tasks such as laundry and washing dishes, use cold water unless

the items being washed must be washed with warm water. This will eliminate wasting energy

on heating the water. That change alone can save at least 500 pounds of carbon dioxide

annually in most households. Use the energy-saving settings on the dish washer and let the

dishes air-dry.

6. Use the "Off" Switch

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We can see that switching off appliances when are not using them like a small matter. In

truth, it helps to reduce the consumption of energy and help reduce carbon emission. Save

electricity and reduce global warming by turning off lights when you leave a room, and using

only as sufficient light as we need. Remember also to turn off the appliances such as

television, video player, stereo and computer when not using them. It is a good idea to turn

off the water when you're not using it. While brushing teeth, shampooing the dog or washing

the car, turn off the tap water until we actually need it for rinsing. It can help reduce water

bill and conserve a vital resource. Plug the appliances and electronics into a power strip or

unplug them when they are not in use. Many devices continue to consume energy when they

are not in use if they are left plugged into a standard electrical socket. A power strip can be

turned off. Doing so will cut power to the unused devices. If dont have a power strip, unplug

everything that is not in use.

7. Plant a tree at home lawn.

The age old classic, we all did it in elementary school and it is still the most efficient way to

help the environment. Not only do they provide shade and oxygen but they consume CO 2 at

the same time. The home owner also can make the plants as decorations to their house.

Planting native plants that are well-suited for area is a good recommendation. They generally

require less fertilizer, need less extra water, and are less prone to pests, reducing the need for

pesticides.

8. Dont waste food.

Mom was right. It seems funny but about one-quarter of all the food prepared annually in the

U.S., for example, gets tossed, producing methane in landfills as well as carbon emissions

from transporting wasted food. Eat less meat. Meat processing consumes a great deal of fossilfuels, which contribute carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. A vegetarian can save at least

3,000 pounds of CO 2 per year compared to meat eaters. If we are not a vegetarian, just

increase the number of vegetarian meals in each week by one or two. Also, poultry is less

greenhouse gas intensive than beef.

Referenceshttp://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/Take-action/Reduce-your-carbon-footprint

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