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Everything we throw away has a climate cost. Producing, transporting, and disposing of waste creates greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling, composting, and reducing what we buy all help cut that impact. By keeping materials in use for longer and sending less to landfills, we shrink our footprint and give the Earth a break.
Transportation is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gases in cities. Cars, trucks, and buses emit pollution that warms the planet and harms our health. Choosing clean options like walking or biking, not only reduces emissions but also makes our communities healthier and safer. Every trip is a chance to support a cleaner future.
Most of the energy we use, like electricity and fuel, still comes from burning fossil fuels, which release heat-trapping gases. The more energy we save, the less pollution we create. Simple actions like turning off unused lights, unplugging devices, and using energy-efficient appliances help reduce our carbon footprint. Energy savings at home ripple out into big climate impacts.
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