Climate change is defined as a long-term change in weather patterns caused by human activity like greenhouse gas emissions. The effects of climate change include rising sea levels, changing precipitation patterns, retreating glaciers and sea ice, and species extinctions. Individual actions like adjusting computer power settings, using energy efficient appliances, and recycling electronics can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption to mitigate climate change. The document provides tips individuals can take to lead more environmentally friendly lifestyles.

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2. Climate change is a long-term change in the
statistical distribution of weather patterns over
periods of time that range from decades to
millions of years.
The United Nations Framework Convention on
Climate Change defines climate change as "a
change of climate which is attributed directly or
indirectly to human activity that alters the
composition of the global atmosphere."

3. • Global warming is the increase in the average
temperature of Earth's near-surface air and
oceans since the mid-20th century and its
projected continuation.
• Global dimming, a result of increasing
concentrations of atmospheric aerosols that
block sunlight from reaching the surface, has
partially countered the effects of warming
induced by greenhouse gases.

5. • Sea levels to rise and will change the amount and
pattern of precipitation
• Expansion of subtropical deserts.
• Continuing retreat of glaciers, permafrost and sea ice.
• Species extinctions,
• Changes in agricultural yields,
• As a result of contemporary increases in atmospheric
carbon dioxide, the oceans have become more acidic; a
result that is predicted to continue.

6. Did you know?
• With your help, we can reduce global CO2 emissions
from the operation of computers by 54 million tons a
year by 2010. That’s like taking 11 million cars off the
road each year
• The Climate Group that quantifies the potential role
technology can play in helping enable, as they say, a
“low carbon economy.” According to their findings, by
using technology we have the opportunity to reduce
global emissions by 15 percent before 2020, that’s
equivalent in today’s currency to U.S.$800 billion.

7. 1) using information technology to improve
energy efficiency,
2) accelerating research breakthroughs, and
3) reducing the impact of our global operations
through responsible environmental leadership.

8. • Forging global partnerships that address
complex environmental challenges.
Example:
– Globally: Clinton Foundation and Project 2 Degree
– Locally: Green ICT initiative launched by MCIT &
MESA

9. The average desktop PC wastes nearly half of the energy it
consumes as heat. This wasted electricity translates to higher
electricity bills and increased greenhouse gas emissions.
Fun Fact: Using power management features on your
computer can save nearly half a ton of CO2 and more than
$60 a year in energy costs.
What you can do: Making some simple changes to your computer’s
power management settings is an easy and inexpensive way to make
a difference in your environmental impact. With a few mouse clicks,
your computer can be set to automatically go to “sleep” when it’s
not in use.

10. Windows 7 reduces 30% energy consumption
Check Power Options in the Control
Panel in Windows 7 and select
“Balanced plan”.
Microsoft recommends that you customize the
Balance plan settings to the screen sleeps after 5
minutes of inactivity, the CPU sleeps after 30
minutes.

11. • Did you know? As long as they are plugged in, your
computer and other electronic devices continue to use
electricity – even when they are turned off or in
standby mode. A computer uses up to 10 watts when it
is turned off but still plugged in.2
• Fun Fact: You can reduce your electricity bills by as
much as 10% by unplugging appliances and electronics
when they are not in use.3
• What you can do: Plug all your electronics into one
power strip so you can easily switch them all off when
you leave the room or go to sleep.

12. Flick the Switch! Switch on lights and air
con/heating only when required
Too hot? Too cold? Adjust the thermostat up in
the summer and down in the winter as much as
possible, wear adequate clothes and encourage
a “cool biz” campaign to decrease the air
conditioned temperature in summer.
Shut that door! Ensure fridge doors are closed

13. • REMOVE the Screen Saver from your computers
and those in your team
• Flick the Switch! Switch on lights and air
con/heating only when required
• Too hot? Too cold? Adjust the thermostat up in
the summer and down in the winter as much as
possible
• Shut that door! Ensure fridge doors are closed

14. Did you know? A new ENERGY STAR compliant
PC or laptop uses 15 to 25 percent less energy on
average than a standard new computer.
Fun Fact: ENERGY STAR 4.0 is expected to save consumers and
businesses more than $1.8 billion in energy costs over the next 5
years and prevent greenhouse gas emissions equal to the annual
emissions of 2.7 million vehicles.
What you can do: Choose an ENERGY STAR compliant computer
the next time you’re in the market for a new PC. Look for the
ENERGY STAR label or visit the online product catalog to browse
for an efficient PC

15. • Buy a laptop instead of a desktop PC.
• Purchase a smart power strip.
• Use compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs).

16. Recycle electronics properly:
Donate your old PCs and equipment that are still useable to
charity of your choice and recycle those you can’t use.
How do you do it?
Contact Spirit of Youth Association for Environmental
Services, Manshiat Nasser,
Cairo, Tel/Fax: 4343851; Mob.: 017-6236531, e-mail:
ezzatnaem@hotmail.com

17. PAPER
• Use OneNote
• Think before you print! Do You have to?
• Use Paper saving Templates
• Re-use and Recycle!
Contact Resalah to recycle your papers.

18. • TRAVEL,
– Use the technology! Communicate with your friends electronically; meet through Live
Meeting, travel less
– Travel Green! Reduce the number of miles you drive by walking, carpooling, using
collage shuttles, or taking mass transit wherever possible.
• WATER
– Keep the time for running water to minimum when washing
– Minimize the use of bottled water.
• Plants are Green!
– Keep green plants in your home– they can improve indoor air quality, save energy,
reduce stress , productivity and creativity.
• Go local
– Use local products to reduce pollution generated during transportation