The document highlights the pressing issue of a rapidly growing global population and the depletion of natural resources. It provides various statistics related to recycling and energy consumption at the University of Michigan, emphasizing the importance of sustainability practices like recycling, using energy-efficient products, and being mindful of energy usage. The document encourages individuals to adopt environmentally friendly habits to contribute to conservation efforts.

1. The world’s population is growing by 200,000 people a day but our natural resources are dwindling.Did You Know…?

2. The U of M recycles more than 200,000 lbs. of paper and 60,000 lbs. of cardboard each year. Make a difference by placing paper and cardboard in recycling bins.Did You Know…?

3. About one-third of U of M’s energy consumption comes from lighting. Remember to turn off your lights, even when you leave your office for a short time, and turn off your computer at the end of the day.Did You Know…?

4. Every year, enough paper is thrown away to make a 12 foot high wall from New York to California.Did You Know…?

5. The U of M uses green cleaning supplies, which are better for the environment and for the air quality inside of buildings. Use green cleaning supplies at home and the office.Did You Know…?

6. You can run a TV for 6 hours on the amount of electricity that is saved by recycling one aluminum can.Did You Know…?

7. A small refrigerator uses about the same amount of energy as a refrigerator two or three times its size. Consolidate refrigerators into one larger fridge in a shared location for a department or group of offices. Did You Know…?

8. Did You Know…? Buy products that have the EnergyStar logo, the government seal for energy-efficient products. They use less energy, save money and help protect the environment.

9. Did You Know…?According to the Energy Information Administration, the United States uses the most electricity in the world… more than 3,800 trillion Kilowatt-hours.

10. Did You Know…?China has a population of more than 1 billion people… and uses less energy than the United States, which has a population of 300 million!