Global Warming. You guys have probably heard a lot about it already but for the sake of this article, here's a short description about it. "Global warming is the increase in Earth’s average surface temperature due to rising levels of greenhouse gases. It is the rise in the average temperature of Earth's atmosphere and oceans since the late 19th century, and its projected continuation." The effects of global warming is continuously being felt in different places of the world. It's not only the homeless polar bears we should think about. Here's how global waring affects us in a bigger picture:
Some of us out there might be thinking "Yeah, yeah. Global warming, Smomal Wamming. What's it gonna do to me?" If your thinking this then you should get you facts straight. Global warming doesn't only affect nature, but also our everyday lives. How? Here's how:
Source: Green Living SO what now? What can we do to help prevent global warming form getting worse? Here are some things you can do as an individual: 1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Do your part to reduce waste by choosing reusable products instead of disposables. Buying products with minimal packaging (including the economy size when that makes sense for you) will help to reduce waste. And whenever you can, recycle paper, plastic, newspaper, glass and aluminum cans. If there isn't a recycling program at your workplace, school, or in your community, ask about starting one. By recycling half of your household waste, you can save 2,400 pounds of carbon dioxide annually. 2. Use Less Heat and Air Conditioning Adding insulation to your walls and attic, and installing weather stripping or caulking around doors and windows can lower your heating costs more than 25 percent, by reducing the amount of energy you need to heat and cool your home. 3. Change a Light Bulb Wherever practical, replace regular light bulbs with compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. Replacing just one 60-watt incandescent light bulb with a CFL will save you $30 over the life of the bulb. CFLs also last 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs, use two-thirds less energy, and give off 70 percent less heat. 4. Drive Less and Drive Smart Less driving means fewer emissions. Besides saving gasoline, walking and biking are great forms of exercise. Explore your community mass transit system, and check out options for carpooling to work or school. 5. Buy Energy-Efficient ProductsWhen it's time to buy a new car, choose one that offers good gas mileage. Home appliances now come in a range of energy-efficient models, and compact florescent bulbs are designed to provide more natural-looking light while using far less energy than standard light bulbs. 6. Use Less Hot Water Set your water heater at 120 degrees to save energy, and wrap it in an insulating blanket if it is more than 5 years old. Buy low-flow showerheads to save hot water and about 350 pounds of carbon dioxide yearly. Wash your clothes in warm or cold water to reduce your use of hot water and the energy required to produce it. That change alone can save at least 500 pounds of carbon dioxide annually in most households. Use the energy-saving settings on your dishwasher and let the dishes air-dry. 7. Use the "Off" SwitchSave electricity and reduce global warming by turning off lights when you leave a room, and using only as much light as you need. And remember to turn off your television, video player, stereo and computer when you're not using them. 8. Plant a tree. If you have the means to plant a tree, start digging. During photosynthesis, trees and other plants absorb carbon dioxide and give off oxygen. They are an integral part of the natural atmospheric exchange cycle here on Earth, but there are too few of them to fully counter the increases in carbon dioxide caused by automobile traffic, manufacturing and other human activities. 9. Encourage Others to Conserve Share information about recycling and energy conservation with your friends, neighbors and co-workers, and take opportunities to encourage public officials to establish programs and policies that are good for the environment. On an unrelated matter...It's gettin' hot guys! Haha, sorry for the serious matter, guys. Our professor wanted us to post something earth related. Originally, I wanted my blog to be about space and all. Guess this is a combo-breaker. I hope I can come back to my routine post soon. Anyways, I hope you learned something today. Have a great week! Checked by Prof. Cricencio Paner
2 Comments
jeorje
7/3/2012 10:51:56 pm
hi,
joe wee
7/20/2012 09:54:15 pm
you got a hot web there ha? just grab a cold water .... and think of nice thing. this will take away your mind to the present situation. try it works. warning! this only works to those people with good mind. Leave a Reply. |