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It all comes down to you. Every person can make positive changes to save resources for future generations. Here you'll find tools to help you at home or in the community.
Sustainable at HOME
Experts tell us that we'd need four more planets like Earth if everyone on the planet used as much stuff as we do!
One measurement of impact is called carbon footprint. Check out these carbon calculators and see how much CO2 you're putting out into the atmosphere each year! The average U.S. resident contributes 150 tons per year.
Natural Resources Defense Council Carbon Footprint Calculator
Landscaping The Mid-Columbia only gets 7-10 inches of rain per year. That's less than Los Angeles! It's time to re-think our landscaping to work with the climate. You'll save money (if you're on city water) resources and time in the process.
Transportation & Mobility
Do you drive everywhere? Can you walk, or take the bus? Carpool?
How about combining errands? When you run errands do you avoid drive-thru's or turn off your engine while waiting? Air quality educators recommend you turn off your car if you will sit more than ten seconds (except at lights, unless you're hyper-miling.)
Does your neighborhood have sidewalks? CCAN is hoping to improve local walkability.
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Home & Community