Cause: Environment

Climate ChangeClimate Change
The U.S. contributes 22% of the world's carbon emissions.
Energy ConservationEnergy Conservation
Light use is accountable for 20 percent of all energy consumed in the United States.
Environmental RacismEnvironmental Racism
African Americans are 79% more likely to live in areas that cause health dangers.
eWasteeWaste
Between 300 and 400 million electronic items are thrown away each year.
Factory FarmsFactory Farms
10 billion animals are raised for dairy, meat and eggs each year.
Organic FoodOrganic Food
Organic food has 50% more minerals and vitamins.
PollutionPollution
One American produces 3,285 pounds of waste each year.
RecyclingRecycling
The average American uses 650 pounds of paper each year.
SustainabilitySustainability
Americans use 15 times more energy than developing countries.
Water ConservationWater Conservation
Over 2,100 drinking water contaminants may be present in tap water.

If people don't start changing their living habits, half the Earth will be uninhabitable by the year 2300.
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Poll
Should the government be able to ban people from buying products that hurt the environment?
Some members of congress are arguing that light bulb restrictions, which push for more energy efficient bulbs, infringe on personal freedom.
