Inevitably, in going about our daily lives – commuting, sheltering our families, eating – each of us contributes to the greenhouse gas emissions that are causing climate change. Yet, there are many things each of us – as individuals – can do to reduce emissions. The choices we make in our homes, our travel, the food we eat, and what we buy and throw away can help ensure a stable climate for future generations.

Use The Nature Conservancy's online carbon footprint calculator to measure your – or your household's – climate impact. The calculator will estimate how many tons of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases your choices create each year. more info

Throughout the calculator, scroll over the 'more info' links like the one above for help.

To get started, please tell us the number of people in your household and then choose whether you want an estimate for yourself or your household.

There are Please select... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10+ people in my household.

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