A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases (including carbon dioxide and methane) that are generated by our actions. Simply put, it is how much an individual’s life affects the environment. The average carbon footprint for a person in the United States is 16 tons, one of the highest rates in the world. Globally, the average carbon footprint is closer to 4 tons. (The Nature Conservatory)
What are some things that contribute to your carbon footprint?
Your daily commute, the food you eat, the clothes you buy, everything you throw away … and more. The larger your footprint, the heavier the strain on the environment…