How can teens prevent global warming?

Answer 1

Reduce (fossil fuel) electricity use in your family and at school. There are many ways of doing this:

• Turn off lights when not in use.
• Turn appliances off at the wall. Using the remote can increase electricity use by 10%.
• Wear more or less clothing to keep warmer or cooler to save power on heating and air conditioning.
• Use a microwave oven instead of a regular oven.
• Don't boil a full kettle if you only want one cup.
• Use dish or clothes washing-machines only when they are full.
• Don't use sleep or stand-by mode on your computer. Turn it off when you finish.
• Make sure all your family/ classmates/ teachers know why you are doing this.

Reduce your use of fossil fuel oil by:

• Riding or walking instead of driving.
• Using buses, trams and trains if you can instead of cars and planes.
• Ask your parents to do the same. Can you take a walk to the grocery store?

Answer 2

Teens can work towards preventing global warming by reducing their carbon footprint through actions like using public transportation, conserving energy, and participating in local environmental initiatives. They can also advocate for policies that promote sustainability and engage in educational efforts to raise awareness about the importance of climate action.