What is a Carbon Footprint?   Carbon footprint is the amount of
carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds we produce as
individuals, groups, etc., due to consumption of fossil fuels.
The greater your carbon footprint is the more affect you have on
our planet.  Carbon dioxide is released when we burn carbon
based fuels such as:    • Petrol and diesel- from our cars   •
Gas, oil and coal- from our homes and power plants   • Jet fuel-
from airplanes  How long is Carbon dioxides lifetime?  Carbon
dioxide is not destroyed over time, instead it moves amount
different parts of the ocean, atmosphere and land system. Some
excess carbon dioxide will be absorbed by the ocean surface but
some will remain in the atmosphere for thousands of years
because the process by which carbon is transferred to ocean
sediments is very slow.  Watch this 2 minute video explaining
carbon footprint.  Why is it important to be aware of your
carbon footprint?  We all indirectly and directly impact our
environment. A direct impact can be you