Be 'Green' in Iowa City

By using oil and other forms of energy we are polluting the environment. There are many practical ways that you can reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Iowa City. As an added bonus to helping the environment, simple changes in your energy consumption can also save you money! Start by considering the changes you can make at home, at work or on the road. Take into consideration the purchases you make and how they can affect the environment.

Don't know your carbon emissions?

Find and understand your carbon footprint. By using this fun, interactive tool provided by BP, Inc., you can see how your lifestyle choices affect the environment. Learn what areas of your life can be improved to reduce your carbon emissions.

What about conservation?

Below are a list of things you can do to conserve energy:

• Turn off lights when not in use
  
• Use "fluorescent" light bulbs
  
• Keep refrigerators ice-free
  
• Recycle
  
• Make sure your home has good insulation
  
• Try solar energy
  
• Use high-efficient appliances
• Buy fuel-efficient cars
  
• Buy local foods (Farmers' Market)
  
  

Take Action!

You can do more than just learn your carbon footprint and reduce your carbon emissions at home, at work and on the road. Join a local environmentalist group. Let others know how they can help the environment by reducing their carbon emissions. The Sierra Club of Iowa City needs you. If you are a student at The University of Iowa, contact the Environmental Coalition.

Sources: BP Inc. Web site