Reducing Our Ecological Footprint

“Ecological footprint” is a measure of the population’s demand on the Earth's ecosystems.  It’s the difference in our demand of the planet’s resources compared to what the earth is able to regenerate.  

• Each of us has our own, individual “eco footprint,” based on how we use the resources of our planet.  Our personal choices determine how large that footprint is.
• Americans make up only 4% of the World's population, yet we consume nearly 26% of its resources.
• Over a ten year period a solar domestic water heater displaces the equivalent pollution of 3.3 cars.
• Changing our "ecological" footprint can be as simple as bringing our lunch rather than eating out, carpooling or using compact fluorescent lights. Referring friends and relatives to Green Mountain Energy and taking advantage of %100 Pollution FreeSM Energy goes a long way too. Every little bit we do makes a difference.

How to Reduce Our Environmental and Economical Impact
Energy Conservation Reduce the amount of energy we use.	Utilize Renewable Energy Resources
High Efficiency A/C High Efficiency Heating Insulation Sealing Home and Ducts Compact Home and Ducts Compact Flourescent Lighting High Efficiency Duct System	Solar Water Heating Solar Space Heating Solar Electricity Generation Wind Electricity Generation Hydro Electric Generation