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Cool Neighborhoods
A Voluntary Citizens Program to Address
Climate Change
County Carbon Emissions
Most carbon emissions in Virginia come from coal burned to generate electricity
Gas11%
Electricity56%
Gasoline 33%
(MetropolitanWashington Council of Governments 2005 figures)
Fairfax County Emissionsby Source
Commercial and Industrial
43%
Residential 42%
Other
15%
(MetropolitanWashington Council of Governments 2005 figures)
IntroducingCool Neighborhoods
LeadershipLiaisons
Households
Homeowners TogetherPledge 2%
Annual Cut in Emissions Inventory annual emissionsSelect and implement actionsMonitor progress annually Submit recordsBecome a Cool Neighborhood
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Other Benefits
• Lower utility bills• Community spirit• Better property values• Teaching your kids through actions• Serve as model for other neighborhoods
For More Information
www.virginia.sierraclub.org/greatfalls/Cool-Neighborhoods.html
