E-waste represents 2% of America's trash in landfills, but 70% of our overall toxic waste.
Environment
The U.S. is responsible for 25% of the carbon dioxide emissions worldwide.
Energy Conservation
Only about 10% of the energy used by a bulb creates light; the other 90% only creates heat.
Global Warming
During the 20th century, the average surface temperature of the world has increased by up to 1.4°F.
Recycling
Every month Americans throw out enough recyclable glass bottles and jars to fill up a skyscraper.
Sustainable Agriculture
Most produce in the U.S. is shipped for an average of 1500 miles before being sold.
Water Conservation
By 2025, 2/3 of the world’s population – or 5.3 billion people – will suffer from water shortages…
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Does it feel like everyone has caught on to the recent eco-friendly trends? While it may seem like the world has embraced a greener-is-better attitude, recent sales in the U.S. may point to another reality.
The sale of compact fluorescent light bulbs of CFLs has gone down recently, despite their status as one of the cheapest and easiest ways to go green. In some U.S. states, sales are down as much as 50%.
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