![A carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere as a result of the activities of a particular individual, organization, or community. Photo: Paul Green - unsplash.com Shoe footprint in the snow on grass](/sites/default/files/styles/action_card_image/public/2019-06/paul-green-58110-unsplash_0.jpg?h=04f05f2c&itok=44kO49Dz)
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Reduce your carbon footprint
Personal carbon footprints in wealthy countries range from two tons of CO2 a year to over 100 tons. We all need to reduce our footprint and it isn’t difficult. Find out where you are using carbon, set yourself a reduction target, and make clear commitments to the actions you’ll take.