Food
Rank these in order from highest to lowest carbon footprint: chicken, vegetables, and beef
Beef --> Chicken --> Vegetables
Rank these clothing brands in order from most to least sustainably made: Shein, H&M, Nike, American Eagle, and Athleta
Athleta --> Nike --> H&M --> American Eagle --> Shein
What has a larger carbon footprint: a 500 mile road trip or a 500 mile flight on a commercial airplane?
500 mile flight on commercial airplane
Hand-washing dishes uses up to 20 gallons of water, while the dishwasher only uses 9-12 gallons per cycle!
What does carbon footprint mean?
the total amount of greenhouse gases (included carbon dioxide and methane) that are generated and released into the atmosphere due to human actions
Name 3 places where food waste comes from
grocery store aesthetic, overbuying, improper storage, left overs, expiration dates, and anything else you know would qualify
What percentage of owned clothing does the average consumer actually wear?
50%
Name two other pollutants that are released by transportation that negatively impact air quality (besides carbon dioxide).
Nitrous Oxides, Carbon Monoxide, Volatile Organic Compounds, Sulfur Dioxide, Particulate Matter
How many gallons of water are used each minute in a shower?
Approximately 2.5 gallons a minute
Which is recyclable and which is not: Post It Note and a Red Solo Cup
Post-It Note is recyclable and Red Solo Cup is not recyclable
How much carbon does a steak dinner emit into the atmosphere?
4-5 lbs of CO2
Which generates more pollution: Fast fashion or international aviation and shipping?
Fast fashion companies generate more pollution than international aviation and shipping combined !!
What percentage of global carbon emissions comes from transportation?
fluctuates between 20-25%
How many gallons of water does it take to produce a small bag of peanut M&Ms?
300 gallons!!
What is the most commonly littered item?
Cigarette butts