Most of the world's leading scientists and politicians agree that 'greenhouse gases' are causing climate change. The most potent of these gasses is carbon dioxide (CO2). Increasing levels of atmospheric CO2 and methane are major drivers of climate change.

Carbon is the fourth most abundant element in the universe by mass after hydrogen, helium, and oxygen. It is present in all known life forms, and in the human body,

How is Carbon Produced?

Whenever we burn fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas - in our factories, offices and vehicles - carbon dioxide (CO2) is produced. So the more that goes into the air, the more the world heats up. This change can look small, but it's enough to have a big effect.

The three main ways that C02 is produced is through
(click each for more information):

1. Deforestation
2. Fossil Fuels
3. Global Warming

What is a Carbon Footprint?

A carbon footprint is a measure of the impact our activities have on the environment, and in particular climate change. It relates to the amount of greenhouse gases produced in our day-to-day lives through burning fossil fuels for electricity, heating and transportation etc.

Each person has their own unique carbon footprint, a measure of how much CO2 a person emits per year. The average person emits 26 tons (measurement for CO2) of CO2 per year. The more electricity, gas, and fuel you use per year, the higher your personal carbon foot print

What is MY Carbon Footprint?

Use The Nature Conservancy's carbon footprint calculator to measure your impact on our climate. This carbon footprint calculator estimates how many tons of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases your choices create each year. more info

How do I reduce my Carbon Footprint?

Want a list of things that you can do immediately to start reducing your carbon footprint? Click Here for some great ideas.