1)The car you drive: the most important personal climate decision.When buying a car, look for the one with the best fuel economy in its class. Each gallon of gas you use is responsible for 25 pounds of heat-trapping gases in the atmosphere. Better gas mileage not only reduces global warming, but will also save you thousands of dollars at the pump over the life of the vehicle. Compare the fuel economy of the cars you're considering and look for new technologies like hybrid engines.
2)Choose clean power.switch to electricity companies that provide 50 to 100 percent renewable energy.
3)Light bulbs matter. Use energy efficient light bulbs.You'll be doing your share to cut back on heat-trapping pollution and you'll save money on your electric bills and light bulbs.
Think before you drive.Try to take public transport whenever possible and do car pooling.
http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/solutions/ten-personal-solutions.html
4)Use renewable energy sources like solar, wind and geothermal energy would significantly reduce our emissions of heat-trapping gases. The United States currently produces 70 percent of its electricity from fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, and oil, but only two percent from renewable sources. The burning of fossil fuels releases large amounts of carbon dioxide—the leading cause of global warming—but renewable energy does not, thus it is one of the most effective ways to reduce global warming emissions.
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WHAT YOU CAN DO APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SAVINGS

2. Seal and insulate duct system CO2-savings: Up to 10,140 pounds*

Cost-savings: Up to $319(naturalgas)

Up to $436 (oil)

Up to $775 (electricity)Sealing the ducts in your home and insulating any portions that pass through unconditioned spaces, such as the attic, basement, or garage, could reduce CO2 emissions and your heating and cooling costs by up to 40 percent.

3. Replace an old hot water heater CO2-savings: Up to 3,285pounds

Cost-savings: Up to $103 (natural gas) Up to $141 (oil) Up to $251 (electricity)

About 13% of a typical household’s energy is used for heating water. By choosing a newer hot water heater model—which are 10 percent more efficient than conventional models—you can reduce CO2 emissions by about 3,285 pounds annually.

7. Reduce driving speed and drive evenly

CO2-savings:About1,500pounds Cost-savings: About $209

Fuel consumption is directly related to the amount of CO2 emitted while driving no matter what vehicle you drive. In Consumer Reports tests of a compact family sedan and a large sport-utility vehicle, fuel economy was improved by almost 15 percent when driving 65 mph vs. 75 mph on the highway. That translates to an average annual CO2 savings of about 1,500 pounds. Note that the CO2 savings for the SUV were even greater than for the sedan (1,900 lbs/yr). Hard acceleration and braking can also waste fuel and lower your mileage by 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent around town. For more fuel-saving tips, click here.

8. Control your hot water heater temperature

CO2-savings: Up to 733 pounds* Cost-savings: Up to $23 (natural gas)

Up to $31 (oil) Up to $56 (electricity)For every 10 degrees you reduce your hot water heater’s temperature, CO2 emissions are reduced by about 3-5 percent, or 733 pounds annually. Setting the thermostat at about 120 degrees, or between low and medium, is a reasonable temperature. And if your hot-water heater is less than 10 years old, you don't need to buy an insulated blanket for it—the newer units have enough insulation to make the extra layer unnecessary.

9. Tune up and maintain your car CO2-savings: Up to 580 pounds

Cost-savings: Up to $81

If you get your engine properly tuned and use the recommended grade of motor oil, you can cut CO2 emissions and improve mileage by up to 6 percent, particularly if your car is noticeably in need of a tune-up. Savings are based on driving 12,000 miles per year at 20 mpg.

10. Put your computer to sleep CO2-savings: About 576 pounds Cost-savings: About $44In the computer and monitor models recently tested by Consumer Reports, letting the system sleep for 12 hours out of every 24 would save about 576 pounds of CO2 annually. Obviously turning off the computer will save the most energy, but newer computers – those made within the last three years – use so little energy in sleep/standby mode that you don’t need to actually shut it down during daily use. And note that screen savers do not actually save energy.13. Control air conditioning temperatures CO2-savings: About 378 pounds* Cost-savings: $29For every degree you raise your thermostat, you can cut energy use by about 3 percent. By increasing the temperature by 3 degrees, you can save about 378 pounds of CO2 per year. Note that using a ceiling fan with your air conditioning can make a higher thermostat setting less noticeable by making your room feel 6 or 7 degrees cooler. 14. Choose an energy-efficient washing machine CO2-savings: About 356 pounds Cost-savings: About $27By choosing an Energy Star qualified washing machine over a conventional model, you can reduce emissions by about 356 pounds annually, assuming 392 loads per year. Consumer Reports recommends front-loading machines for the best all-around performance and our tests show that the most efficient machines can cut water consumption by about 25 percent compared with the least efficient models tested. Initially a front-loader may cost more than a top loading washing machine, but the extra cost will be paid back in a few years in energy savings. If a top-loader works better for you, there are some high-efficiency models available in this type too. To find the most efficient model that meets your needs, check our Green Ratings.16. Pump up your tires CO2-savings: About 264 pounds Cost-savings: About $37According to the Department of Energy, you can improve your gas mileage by around 3.3 percent by keeping your tires properly inflated. Our own testing revealed that a tire that is under-inflated by only 2 pounds per square inch could increase fuel consumption by about 1 percent. Check your owner’s manual for inflation recommendations.18. Choose an energy-efficient refrigerator

CO2-savings: About 98 pounds Cost-savings: About $7

If your refrigerator is more than 10 years old, replacing it with an Energy Star qualified model can reduce CO2 emissions. Also, note that top or bottom freezer models are generally the most efficient models. To find the most efficient model that meets your needs, check our Green Ratings. .http://www.greenerchoices.org/globalwarmingsavecarbon.cfm

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