we ran across this figure from a comment in twitter…
35%? Why this figure? Where did it come from?
In our household I’m sure we already cut off our carbon footprint by at least 5% without affecting our lifestyle, by getting rid of our cars (we use only public transport now since we live near the city), making our home more energy-efficient, using less electricity where/when we can, buying only high quality and more energy-efficient appliances if we have to, and much more.
From what I can see different households have different situations. Some can cut off their carbon footprint more than others. And to some, their situations may change and their footprint may become greater or less.
My point is – I prefer to see 100 households trying to reduce their own footprints by 5% than to see only one household try to reduce it by 35% which may not be sustainable long term, while others are still consuming more. The issue of global warming is a concern for every one, so we must involve everyone and inform/educate them so they can make contributions. I think this is more effective long term than just only one person knowing all the issues and make all the sacrifices for humanity.
