What you can do....

At Home	Replace lightbulbs with CFLs or LEDs Set thermostat limits (65F winter, 75F summer) and use a programmable thermostat Adjust hot water heater temperature to 120F Compost Organic Waste Energy audit and upgrades (Efficiency Vermont) Consider renewable energy. Check the renewable energy potential of your property (Renewable Energy Atlas)

On The Road	Walk or bike! Use mass transit GoVermont If driving… Plan trips ahead Carpool or Rideshare GoVermont and craigslist rideshare Eco-drive: Gradual starts and stops, upshift sooner, and drive speed limit or lower (aerodynamic drag increases 25 times for every 5 mph speed increase) Keep tires properly inflated Keep engine tuned Take the 10% Challenge! (www.10percentchallenge.org) Purchase a more fuel efficient vehicle (www.fueleconomy.gov, www.fuelly.com) Avoid unnecessary idling (www.idlefreevt.org)

At School	Determine your school’s carbon footprint EPA Climate Change Emission Calculator Kit Check the renewable energy potential of your school (Renewable Energy Atlas)

In Your Community	Join your local energy committee VECAN - Vermont Energy and Climate Action Network Check the renewable energy potential of your community (Renewable Energy Atlas)

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