How to Prevent Global Warming

Global warming refers to the Earth's air and oceans gradually heating up to a point that disrupts balance, a problem that is continually getting worse. It sounds like a problem too massive for any one individual to take on, but it really isn't. Combining any few of these suggestions can make more of a dramatic effect than most people understand. The goal is to emit less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Instructions

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  Drive less. Take bikes, walk or carpool whenever possible.

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  Consider investing in a hybrid or electric vehicle to help prevent against further global warming.

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  Replace all the lightbulbs in and around your home with energy-efficient fluorescents that use fewer watts for the same amount of light.

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  Clean or replace your filters monthly.

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  Choose energy-efficient appliances when it's time to buy new ones.

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  Decrease your air travel.

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  Wash clothes in cold water and line-dry whenever possible.

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  Use a low-flow showerhead, which will lessen the hot water used but not drop your water pressure in the shower.

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  Cut down on your garbage-buy fewer packaged materials to prevent further global warming.

• 10

  Unplug electronics when they are not in use, because they still take up energy. At the very least, turn items off when they're not being used.

• 11

  Run the dishwasher and clothes washer only when you have a full load, and if available, use the energy-saving setting.

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  Insulate your home better, and don't forget to repair or replace worn caulking or weather-stripping. Insulate your water heater.

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  Buy recycled paper products and recycle as much of your waste as possible.

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  Bring your own reusable canvas grocery bags when grocery shopping.

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  Plant a tree.

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  Have an energy audit done on your home so you can find the trouble areas and fix them.

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  Use nontoxic cleaning products.

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  Shop locally for food. A farmer's market is an excellent place to visit. And choose fresh food over frozen foods. Fresh takes less energy to produce.

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  Keep your car tuned up, and check tire pressure often to save gas.

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  Eat less meat and more organic foods in your diet to do your part in preventing global warming.