What's Your Carbon Footprint?

(Cut out this checklist and see if you are doing your part to save Mother Earth.

I do not throw waste into bodies of water like rivers and lakes.
I plant indigenous plants such as narra, antipolo, etc.
My baby (if I had one) uses cloth diapers, instead of disposable diapers.
I recycle and reuse non biodegradable wastes.
I join Earth Hour. I switch off my lights.
I switched from incandescent bulbs to compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).
I do not litter.
I use reusable grocery and shopping bags.
I go up or down one floor using the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator.
I ride mass transit systems like the MRT, LRT, buses and jeepneys.
I buy organic products like organic food, soap and detergents.
I turn off the air conditioner one hour before the end of office hours.
I use a glass while brushing. I don’t let the water run when brushing my teeth.
I compost my biodegradable wastes.
I turn off my lights and unplug my appliances when not in use.
I turn my car engine off instead of idling.
I do not burn my wastes.
I take my used car batteries and empty ink cartridges to accredited recyclers.
I do not buy dynamited fish and endangered animals like turtles, manta rays, wild birds, etc.
I conserve water by using pail and dipper when bathing.
I don’t overcharge my cellphones.
I fix leaky faucets and check them regularly.
I minimize the use of disposable cutleries and plates during parties.
I recycle used water from washing clothes. I use this to flush the toilet and to clean the floors.
I do not ride smoke belching vehicles and report them to LTO at tel no. 09217411111.
I make rags out of old towels and t-shirts.
I collect rainwater and use it to wash clothes, flush the toilets and water houseplants and the garden.
I drive carefully. I avoid rapid acceleration since this can burn as much as 50% more fuel.
I reuse scrap papers. I use clean paper for external communications only.
I ride a bike or walk when going short distances.

If your scored
0-10 Needs for effort, but the skies are clear on the horizon.
11-20 Almost there, just needs a few more daily Green habits.
21-30 Congratulations. You have done your part to help save Mother Earth.