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Take action against climate change

Climate change is happening now, but we can start making a difference today. The actions every one of us takes can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the effects of climate change. We can all help protect our environment by making changes, big and small, in the way we lead our lives.

You can use one of the calculators below to estimate the greenhouse gases you emit at home, at work, at school or as a tourist. You may need to try more than one to find a calculator to suit your needs.

New Zealand calculator:

CarboNZero household, business, school and tourism calculators (Landcare Research)

Overseas calculators:

Climate Analysis Indicators Tool (World Resources Institute)
Ecological Footprint Quiz (Redefining Progress)
Carbon Footprint Calculator (SafeClimate)

Last updated: 25 June 2009