How many planets does it take to support my lifestyle?
I took a test today to see how many plants it would take to support everyone if everyone lived like me. Originally I thought that if everyone lived like me it would take a 3-4 planets to us. it takes me 4.1 so I was close (see picture below).
Reflection on the Present
I eat a different animal based product a day, the only kind I don't eat are pigs. I also drink milk or eat a dairy based product daily. Cow are probably the worst because they produce methane which is apart of our ozone and the amount they eat and drink is not worth eating the cow. The most common concern for the other animal based products I eat is how much they eat and drink, which takes a lot of resources.
About three quarters of the foods I eat are locally grown so I don't use up as resource many as the average American but I do think I use quite a bit by not buying locally grown food all the time.
I use 3-4 trash bags a week. I do recycle cans and bottles and try to recycle paper when I can. I live in a duplex that has running water and electricity. A house takes a lot of material to make and takes away space from the animals the originally lived there. In my house we try not to use too much water or electricity. I still use coal which is a resource w
About three quarters of the foods I eat are locally grown so I don't use up as resource many as the average American but I do think I use quite a bit by not buying locally grown food all the time.
I use 3-4 trash bags a week. I do recycle cans and bottles and try to recycle paper when I can. I live in a duplex that has running water and electricity. A house takes a lot of material to make and takes away space from the animals the originally lived there. In my house we try not to use too much water or electricity. I still use coal which is a resource w
Changes and Goals for the Future
The easiest thing to do is recycle. I will try to recycle ALL my papers and attempt to buy recycled or biodegradable items. I also want to buy more locals grown food and cut down on meats and dairy products. As far as my mobility, shelter, and services I can't do much.
Find how many Earths it would take you! http://www.earthday.org/footprint-calculator