Tips to fight global warming

1. Get involved

It takes just one minute to tell President Obama and Congress that the time to address global warming is now.

2. Ask for a home energy audit

Contact your utility company or state department of energy about a comprehensive home energy audit. Many utilities and states perform these audits free of charge, and the energy-saving opportunities they reveal can save you money while reducing emissions.

3. Take a credit for savings

Government programs offer 30% tax credits for many energy-saving home investments, including geothermal heat pumps, small wind turbines and solar panels. You can learn more at www.energystar.gov.

4. Drive to save gas

You can reduce your car’s emissions with some easy maintenance. A single misfiring sparkplug can reduce your mileage by 30%. Under-inflated tires can cost you 15%. 147 millions of gas is wasted each year from loose, missing or damaged gas caps!

5. Help your office go greener

Does your workplace have an “efficiency czar”? Ask about savings that can be achieved through changes in lighting, heating and cooling, etc.

At EDF we’ve helped businesses, schools and institutions save millions on energy. Start helping your workplace with our seven-step efficiency guide.

6. Get smart about energy

Smart meters help you control energy use by showing you how much energy you’re using in real time. Ask your utility company about installing smart meters in your home, on your street and in your community. Our factsheet [PDF] has more on the meters and their benefits.