Carbon Offset

Carbon Offset

Carbon Offset A system intended to equalize carbon production around the globe by trading greenhouse gas emissions–typically produced through fossil fuel consumption–for environmentally friendly actions, such as planting trees and using clean energy sources....
Carbon Footprint

Carbon Footprint

Carbon Footprint A calculation of the amount of greenhouse gases produced as a result of commercial, industrial, and individual activities.  
Ceiling Fans

Ceiling Fans

Ceiling Fan(s) Fans, set to push warm air into living spaces, can reduce winter heating bills, and they can cut cooling costs when they are used in lieu of air conditioners.Fans, set to push warm air into living spaces, can reduce winter heating bills, and they can...
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) The most prevalent of the greenhouse gases. Emitted by burning fossil fuels. Naturally occurring from sources such as human and animal respiration, ocean-atmosphere exchange, and volcanic eruptions.
Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL)

Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL)

Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) Small fluorescent light bulbs that can be used in place of incandescent light bulbs. CFLs consume significantly less electricity and last 8–10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Compared to general-service incandescent lamps giving...