DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 24, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon pollution is causing the world's climate to change, resulting in extreme weather, higher temperatures, more droughts and rising sea levels.
According to Sharad Agarwal, Founder of the Go-Green.ae initiative, "Eleven of the past 12 years, rank amongst the 12 warmest years! Climate change is a global problem requiring a global solution, one where all major carbon polluting nations need to take comprehensive action to stabilize and reduce global levels of carbon pollution. Everyone needs to do their bit to tackle climate change by reducing carbon pollution."
According to the guide, "Your carbon footprint is a measure of how your domestic and social activities are affecting the environment in terms of the amount of green house gases you produce per year, measured in tons of carbon dioxide. Your carbon footprint is the direct effect your actions and lifestyle have on the environment, in terms of carbon dioxide emissions. Every time you drive a car or use electricity, you are contributing to carbon dioxide emissions. Whenever you consume or use a product, it contributes towards your carbon footprint."
The carbon footprint for an average U.S. household is approximately 150 pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2) per day, more than twice the European average and nearly five times the global average. Experts suggest we need to reduce our carbon footprint by as much as 80 percent to effectively reverse global warming.
On Go-Green.ae, it is possible to calculate your carbon footprint and then follow steps that enable you to reduce your impact on the planet. By being aware of how your actions impact the Earth, you might easily be able to make some changes for the better. Download your free guide at www.go-green.ae.
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About Go-Green.ae
'Go Green' web portal was launched in July 2008 to remind people to be mindful of and sensitive to the natural environment in our daily life. The main objective of the site is to increase the awareness of environmental issues that affect the future of the planet.
Go-Green.ae features 'Green Stories' that demonstrate the steps taken by corporations as part of their commitment to preserve the planet. Global organizations such as Panasonic, Orange, Toshiba, Cisco, Discover, Dell, HSBC, Google, Marriott, Zipcar, Nissan and Mazda share their 'Green Innovations' online.
Go-Green.ae won the Alternate Energy Award at ADIPEC, in recognition of its contribution to promoting environmental awareness and also featured on CNN for its coverage on Dubai's participation in Earth Hour. Go-Green.ae also recently won the Eco Site Award from a US based company that recognizes Green sites that promote Ecology, Health, Safety and the Environment. Go-Green.ae is also ranked second most popular site in the 'Going Green' category by GreenTopSites.com.
Go Green is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/GoGreenae.