Climate change can begin at home

摘要

Researchers have identified a set of actions that individuals can implement to make significant reductions in carbon emissions. Household action may provide a policy approach for US emissions reductions while longer-term options are developed. Thomas Dietz et al. identified actions that could yield emissions reductions and do not involve additional policy regulations. The authors analyzed five categories of actions: home weatherization through insulation and heating and cooling equipment; using more efficient vehicles and equipment; performing equipment maintenance to ensure proper running order; making equipment adjustments for optimal performance; and modifying dailyrnbehaviors.