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Smart Energy Solutions
Personal Global Warming Solutions

The world's scientists agree: global warming is real, here, and happening faster than anyone predicted. But scientists also say we can curb global warming and its consequences -- if we take bold, comprehensive action now that adds up to an 80 percent cut in carbon emissions by 2050, or an average of 2 percent a year. Learn more about how to be part of the Two Percent Solution!

U.S. carbon emissions primarily come from transportation and power plants. You can take the following steps to reduce your own carbon emissions from these sectors:

Transportation
Every gallon of gasoline we burn emits 28 pounds of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, so the less you drive the more we thrive! Of course, driving less is often easier said than done. So check out these tips to keep miles off your odometer and gas money in your pocket!

Power Plants
The best way to do your part to reduce power plant emissions is to use less electricity! This has the added bonus of keeping more money in your pocket. To cut down on your home energy consumption and bills, choose among these tips.

Also, check out our Ten Things You Can Do To Curb Global Warming factsheet!


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