The most important step we can all take is to reduce our energy consumption in order to lower our carbon footprints. By reducing our use of oil, gas, coal and other fossil fuels, we slow global warming and lower demand for conventional energy, thus helping to stabilize prices. To calculate your own carbon footprint, go to: http://www.carbonfootprint.com/ or http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/wycd/calculator/ind_calculator.html
Offsetting your carbon footprint by supporting energy conservation for those who cannot afford to pay for it themselves is the next way to slow climate change.
You can help slow global warming. Buying carbon offsets from ECA will:
- Lower your own carbon footprint
- Reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in Philadelphia and the planet
- Help stabilize the climate by slowing global warming
- Create green collar jobs for minority youth and adults
- Spur local economic development
- Increase energy affordability for low income Philadelphians
- Increase economic and social equity in the city
For more information on ECA’s “Community Carbon Trust” contact ECA at 215-988-0929 or via e-mail.
For general information on carbon offsets, go to: http://www.tufts.edu/tie/tci/carbonoffsets/index.htm
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