Your actions to reduce global warming can extend beyond how you personally reduce your own emissions.
We all have influence on our schools, workplaces, businesses, and on society through how we make purchases,
invest, take action, and vote. Here are some ways you can have a positive effect on global warming.
Join the Virtual March.
The Stop Global Warming Virtual March is a non-political effort to bring all Americans concerned about global warming together in one place.
Add your voice to the millions of other Americans urging action on this issue.
Encourage the switch to renewable energy.
Successfully combating global warming requires a national transition to renewable energy sources such as solar,
wind and biomass. These technologies are ready to be deployed more widely but there are regulatory barriers impeding them. Take action to break down those barriers with
Vote Solar.
Protect and conserve forest worldwide.
Forests play a critical role in global warming: they store carbon. When forests are burned or cut down, their stored carbon is released into the atmosphere. Deforestation now accounts for about 20% of carbon dioxide emissions each year.
Consider the impact of your investments.
If you invest your money, you should consider the impact that your investments and savings will have on global warming.
You can learn more about how to ensure your money is being invested in companies, products and projects that address issues related to climate change
here and here.
Make your city cool.
Cities and states around the country have taken action to stop global warming by passing innovative transportation and energy saving legislation.
To date, 850 cities nationwide representing over 80 million people have made this pledge as part of the
U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement.
Find out how to make your city a cool city.
Make sure your voice is heard
We must have a stronger commitment from our government in order to stop global warming and implement solutions and such a commitment
won't come without a dramatic increase in citizen lobbying for new laws with teeth. Get the facts
about U.S. politicians and candidates at Project Vote Smart and The League of Conservation Voters.
Make sure your voice is heard by voting!
