Global warming is one of the most important areas that is threatening the world. The use of fossil fuels like gasoline, oil, coal and natural gas increase the carbon-dioxide levels in the atmosphere. The increased level of carbon dioxide is one of the major factors that contributes to the greenhouse effect and is resulting in global warming.  Though a lot of organizations at various levels are doing a lot but still a lot still remains to be done.

The good thing is that we as individuals at our level can also contribute in reducing the global warning and if each one of us thinks responsibly then the collective effort of all of us is sure to have the greatest impact in reducing global warming. Here are top ten ways of how we can help in reducing the effect of global warming.

Recycle, Reuse and Reduce

Do your bit of the work in reducing waste by going in for reusable products and not disposable products. When you are purchasing or buying a product make sure you buy it by spending on those products that use the minimum amount in packaging. Is each one of us sincerely follows this advise then we are sure to reduces waste. You can apply this approach by and recycle aluminium cans, glass, and newspaper, plastic and recycle paper.

It is very important to start a program of re-cycling around you that could in your community, workplace and school. Just imagine just by recycling 505 of the household waste you can easily save about 2,400 pounds annually the amount of Carbon dioxide.

Reduce the usage of Air Conditioning and Heating System

By putting some insulation into the attic and walls and further install around the windows and doors weather stripping. This can reduce your cost of heating by at least 25% as there will be less loss of energy and therefore less amount of energy will be required to heat your house or cool it. Further the heating should be turned off when you are sleeping or you have gone away. One should always prefer keeping moderate temperature at all the time. You would be surprised that by changing the thermostat settings by just 2 degree both in summer and winters you can save carbon dioxide emissions to the extent of a whooping 2000 pounds every year.

Switch over to Fluorescent light

Where ever possible switch over to CFL (Compact fluorescent light) with the regular bulbs of 60 watt for your lighting requirement you can save $30 in the life time of every bulb. Further the life span of CFL is about 10 times more than the regular bulb; the energy used is less by two-third and the heat emitted is 70 percent less. The combined effect in savings is enormous that can be judged from the fact that if every family in the U.S uses one CFL for one light bulb then it would result in an elimination of greenhouse gases worth 90 billion pounds which means taking off the road about 7.5 million vehicles or cars.

Drive minimum and Drive Smartly

If you drive less it means lesser emission. You can instead go for biking and walking which is a good exercise besides that it will save on gasoline. Further try car pooling for school or to work place.

Run your car efficiently as every savings in gasoline helps budget your expenses and at the same time reduces 20 pounds of carbon dioxide emission into the atmosphere.

Always go in for Products that are Energy efficient

Always go in for fuel efficient cars and similarly when purchasing home appliances always choose from energy efficient models. Similarly avoid products that have excess packaging specially that have plastic molding or other material that cannot be recycled. Reduction of 10% garbage saves carbon dioxide to the extent of 12oo pounds.

Hot water should also be used wisely

Water heaters should be set at 120 degrees and showerheads with low flow should be preferred that can save carbon dioxide to the extent of about 350 pounds annually.

Switch Off lights when not in Use

When ever you are leaving the room just switch off the lights and use that much of light that is required. Similarly turn off your computer, stereo, video player and television when not in use.

Encourage planting of Trees

One tree can absorb carbon dioxide to the tune of one ton in its life time so always try planting trees.

Take help of Utility Companies

There are utility companies that give free services of energy audit of your house that will help you identify areas that can reduce consumption of energy.

Encourage other people to save energy

You should always share information of energy conservation and recycling with as many people as possible.

If every one can follow these 10 steps and implant them into their routine life it can contribute immensely to reduction in global warming the results of which can be pleasantly astonishing.