Leaner Energy
The majority of greenhouse
gases come from burning fossil
fuels to produce energy.
Most of the energy used in the US comes from nonrenewable sources such as petroleum, coal and other
fossil fuels. Burning these fuels at extremely high
temperatures is the primary way electricity is produced,
but also releases high concentrations of greenhouse
gases and other pollutants into the environment. While
some fossil fuels have less of an impact than others, all
of their emissions contribute to climate change and its
increasing impacts to human health.
Air pollution 
Respiratory illness
Heat Waves. Climate change will likely lead to more frequent,
more severe, and longer heat waves in the summer. Heat waves
can lead to heat stroke and dehydration, and are the most
common cause of weather-related deaths.
Extreme Weather Events. The frequency and intensity of
extreme weather events is projected to increase due to climate
change, as is the severity of tropical storms such as Hurricane
Sandy. In addition to weather-related injuries and deaths, this
can also reduce the availability of fresh food and water and
prevent timely access to healthcare.
Reduced Air Quality. Researchers project that warmer
temperatures from climate change will increase ground-level
ozone, which can damage lung tissue, reduce lung function and
inflame airways. It could also worsen the severity of allergies by
lengthening the spring pollen season.
Wasted energy 
Wasted $$$
Spread of Disease. Disease-causing agents called pathogens
can be transmitted through food, water and animals. Climate
change could affect all of these transmitters, increasing the
prevalence of
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Recommended JustOne Actions
Turn Off Your Computer ◊ Do a Home Energy Audit
Set Computer to Sleep Mode ◊ Turn Off a Light
Unplug Electronics ◊ Install a CFL or LED Light Bulb
“Leaner Energy”
Resources
Information
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http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/impactsadaptation/health.html#impactsheat
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/basics/
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http://northcoastenergymasters.com/images/thermal-image.jpg
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