Worried that the Earth's health and the conditions around it are getting closer and closer to a point where they can't be fixed? You can do something, and it doesn't have to be a big change in how you live. We can all help lighten the load on the planet by reducing the amount of carbon that is sent out or given off. Here are four easy ways to change things. Get rid of old things Appliances like fridges, air conditioners, water heaters, and so on that aren't as efficient as newer models can do a lot of damage. This doesn't mean you have to get rid of a 5-year-old appliance, but if it's been around for 10?12 years, it might be time to get a new one. Even though it may cost a bit to buy a new fridge or water heater, in the long run, you will save money on your energy bills and it will pay for itself. Change to LED You still aren't using LED lights? So what? Not only are they cheap and easy to find, but they also use much less energy than older lighting methods. By getting rid of the halogen lights in your garage, kitchen, or bathroom, you can cut down on carbon emissions and save money on your power bill. Green energy As far as we know, there is no limit to how much energy we can get from the Sun. The sun gives us a lot of energy, so why not try to use it to power our homes? Solar heaters and even solar backups are easy to find and can help you save even more money on your power bills. Start sharing rides. I know this may sound (unfair-thinking), but taking cars and bikes off the road is a great way to cut down on carbon and pollution. By carpooling with people who have the same ideas as you, you can take up to three cars off the road. When your pool you (make something as small as possible/treat something important as if it's not important) the use of (coal, natural gas, oil, etc.) and increase space for vehicles, so you can move faster. It works out well for everyone involved. It is also much cheaper to carpool than to pay for gas every day. So start riding together.
