Understanding Carbon Footprint

What does a carbon footprint measure?

• The number of trees planted

• The amount of greenhouse gases produced

• The amount of water used

• The amount of food consumed

In what units is the carbon footprint measured?

• Kilograms of waste

• Miles driven

• Tonnes of carbon dioxide

• Litres of water

What is included in the carbon footprint of a shirt?

• The number of shirts sold

• Only the shipping process

• The pollution from growing cotton and washing it

• The cost of the shirt

How can we use carbon footprint information?

• To determine the best brands

• To compare prices of products

• To make better choices about purchases

• To calculate our income

What is the ecological footprint?

• A measure of how much money we spend

• A measure of land and resources used to live

• A measure of how much food we eat

• A measure of how many animals are in an area

Why is the carbon footprint important?

• It helps us understand our pollution impact

• It tells us how to make clothes

• It shows us how to cook better

• It measures our health

What can we do to reduce our carbon footprint?

• Drive more often

• Switch to clean energy sources

• Use more plastic

• Buy more new clothes

What is one way to reduce pollution while traveling?

• Driving alone

• Flying more often

• Walking or biking

• Taking a taxi

What does recycling help with?

• Making new products only

• Creating more garbage

• Reducing pollution

• Increasing waste

What is a consequence of using more resources than the Earth can provide?

• Improved air quality

• Less pollution

• More trees planted

• Climate change problems