What we buy matters. Recycling and composting are important, but the majority of carbon emissions are generated before we even purchase an item.
What we buy matters. Recycling and composting are important, but the majority of carbon emissions are generated before we even purchase an item.
By making changes to your purchasing habits, you’ll free up disposable income.
Quick Facts:
For the average Princeton resident, furniture, clothing, and other goods represent 16% of our footprint. What’s your personal carbon footprint?
It requires one quart of oil and two liters of water just to make one plastic 1-liter bottle. Think reusable instead to lower your footprint.
Learn about certification programs that can help you make sustainable purchasing decisions for your business.
The Princeton Climate Action Plan identifies multiple strategies to reduce our emissions from the goods and services we utilize.
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