Colorado Technical Simplified Explanation of the Carbon Footprint Discussion

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  1. Select one of the three Term Options, and view the associated video
  2. Summarize what you learned about your selected term in a detailed paragraph.
  3. Use one of the following calculators to determine your individual footprint:
  4. Compare your values to the set of national averages from the calculator you used:
    • If you chose the Ecological Footprint calculator, compare your values to these national averages:
      • Ecological Footprint = 8.1 gha
        • Food = 2.0 gha
        • Shelter = 0.3 gha
        • Mobility = 3.5 gha
        • Goods = 0.8 gha
        • Services = 1.5 gha
    • If you chose the Carbon Footprint calculator, compare your values to these national averages:
      • Carbon Footprint = 66,810 lbs
        • Home Energy = 43,076 lbs
        • Transportation = 20,968 lbs
        • Waste = 2,766 lbs
  5. In a detailed paragraph answer these questions using the results of your footprint calculation:
    • What would the impact be if each person in the world had the same footprint as you?
    • In what areas are your footprint values less than the national average?
    • In what areas are your footprint values greater than the national average?
    • Were these results surprising to you? Why or why not?
  6. In a detailed paragraph, describe three ways you can reduce your footprint; which of these changes would be easiest, which would be hardest, and why.

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The "Carbon Footprint" is the term option selected for this discussion. Ideally, the
embedded video is a simplified explanation of the carbon footprint. The video's primary goal is
to elaborate on what climate change is and how an individual can reduce his/her carbon f...


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