There are many options to prevent or slow the effects of global warming. Find the causes of global warming and minimize their the usage. REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE! Use energy wisely by turning off lights when you are not in the room. Unplug appliances when they are not in use. Walk or ride your bike to school. Carpool! Buy an electric or hybrid car. Look for the symbols when buying products. Plant a tree. One tree will save 2,000 pounds of CO2 in one year. Replace a regular incandescent light bulb with a compact flourescent light bulb. (This uses 60% less energy) If every household replaced 5 light bulbs, it would save as much as taking 8 million cars off the road. Move your thermostat down two degrees in the winter and up two in the summer. Take a shower instead of a bath, this takes up four times less energy. Use a clothesline instead of a dryer. Buy things with less packaging on them. Buy local foods. Eat organically! Use www.blackle.com instead of www.google.com. Black light uses less energy. Share the information you know with family and friends. Images - Click the pictures to find out more information. Hybrid Car: Fluorescent Light Bulb: The following websites will help you gain more knowledge and solutions about global warming: We can make a difference! Global Climate Change Global Warming Kids