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Steps Toward Greener Flying

Steps Toward Greener Flying

Flying is one of the worst offenders when it comes to polluting the atmosphere. But there are a few simple steps you can take to offset the negative impact of your jet trips.

1. First ask yourself: do I really need to get there on a plane? Consider alternative forms of travel first, and fly only when absolutely necessary.

2. If you must fly, at least buy electronic tickets to save energy and paper.

3. Fly on newer aircraft, which are more fuel efficient.

4. Buy credits to offset the environmental impact of your trip.

Read more:

Handy handout from Tufts University

Thought-provoking NY Times article

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By the Care2 Staff.

Annie B. Bond

Annie is a renowned expert in non-toxic and green living. Named one of the top 20 environmental leaders by Body and Soul Magazine, Annie has authored four books, including "Home Enlightenment" (Rodale Press, 2005) and "Better Basics for the Home" (Three Rivers Press, 1999).

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5:29PM PST on Mar 6, 2012

NEVER BEEN IN A PLANE.

10:00AM PST on Mar 3, 2012

NEVER BEEN IN A PLANE.

9:58AM PST on Mar 3, 2012

I live in Hawaii. One has to fly to get anywhere. But, I have been planting trees for years. I pickup roadside litter.. I recycle water. I am going to Israel this October on Pilgrimage to the Baha'i World Center. I am flying on one of the new Airbuses. I hope I have off set my carbon footprint.

5:17AM PST on Mar 2, 2012

I've flown too infrequently. What are credits? If I don't take a vacation soon I won't be good to anybody or anything. If we have over a hundred on a one plane, isn't that better than 100 cars? I'm no scientist, I think it is.

5:22PM PST on Jan 10, 2012

interesting! thank you

12:09PM PST on Jan 10, 2012

Thank you for the article but sometimes one can not avoid flying.
But how does this article pertain toward 'steps of greener flying"?????????

And:
4. Buy credits to offset the environmental impact of your trip. ?????????

That's what makes it green? Really...


4:43AM PST on Jan 5, 2012

Thanks for the article.

2:14AM PDT on Apr 9, 2011

Stay on the ground!

6:47PM PST on Jan 15, 2011

Go vegan!

1:19AM PST on Dec 12, 2010

Plant more trees, pour bt if yick up rubbish from rivers and beaches! Do your bit if you must fly!

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