While we all know that big, unethical corporations are mostly responsible for the planet’s carbon footprint, and in effect, global warming, all of us should still endeavor to do our part in caring for Earth. After all, it is the only home we have and the benefits of having a healthy planet will be shared by all of us, anyway.
Now, here are some ways you can reduce your own household’s carbon footprint.
One of the least recognized and celebrated ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is to use water more efficiently. Did you know that 3% of the world’s power is used to pump, clean, and deliver water? So yes, conserving every drop of water that is delivered to your home is a great way to help reduce energy consumption. Reuse water as many times as you can and do not leave any leaky faucets unfixed for more than a day.
Dependence on single-use…