How Can We Reduce the Greenhouse Gases We Produce?

Reduce your household emissions and do your part to prevent climate change.

With a little forethought, reducing greenhouse gas emissions is easy to do. A few simple steps and your household's carbon footprint will shrink. The Earth will thank you, and so will your wallet.

Shop Smart

Buy energy efficient and recycled products. Look for items with the least amount of packaging. Purchase goods in bulk.

Recycle

Recycling saves natural resources and lessens the energy required for their manufacture and transport.

Drive Less

Ride a bike, take public transportation, carpool, walk or purchase a hybrid or electric vehicle.

Reduce Energy Consumption

Line-dry laundry, unplug electronics and appliances when not in use, turn off lights and set the thermostat higher in the summertime and lower during winter months.

Eat Local and Organic

Foods that do not have to travel far to get to your table, and that were raised using sustainable and organic processes, are healthier for you, your family and the planet.

Calculate Emissions & Take Action

Use the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Household Emissions Calculator to estimate your household emissions.Visit the EPA's Action Steps to find out more ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at home, on the road and at the office.

References

• EPA: Household Emissions Calculator
• EPA: Action Steps