Footprint Reduction Tips

Share.

Didn’t your mother always tell you to share? If you only use your tent, ladder, or video player once in a while, consider lending it to others. Some communities have a shared tool shed. Workplaces have book exchanges. Or, you and a friend can team up to buy rarely used items. Sharing decreases the energy and pollution from mining, manufacturing, packaging, and transporting new goods.

Get a new HVAC filter.

Cleaning or replacing your air heating and cooling system filters increases efficiency and makes it run in peak condition. Filters can be found along the length of the return duct in walls, ceilings, furnaces, or in the unit itself. In window air conditioning units, filters may lie inside of the air conditioner or they may slide out. DuPont offers high performance air filters. Click here to learn more. See this list of helpful tips on buying an efficient air conditioner.

Go on a tree spree.

Planting trees removes carbon from the atmosphere, filters air, and prevents soil erosion. It’s best to plant trees native to your area that don’t require heavy irrigation.

Lose the heavy stuff.

Each 100 lbs./ 45 Kgs in your car increases gas consumption by 1-2%. Another great reason to leave all bricks and rocks at home!