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The Town of Philipstown has pledged to
reach carbon neutrality by the year 2040.
To reach carbon neutrality
Each Philipstown resident has to cut their carbon emissions by 1 ton* every year until 2040.
*1 ton = 1 metric ton of carbon dioxide-equivalent (MTCO2e), on average.
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There are so many ways you can fight dirty and reduce emissions, store carbon and offset the rest.
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An Average Household in Philipstown
- has a 2,000 sq-ft home
- has 2 cars
- burns 1,000 gallons of oil a year
- eats 4 servings of meat a day
- has an annual income of $100,000 ($127,000 for families)
If your household is above average, you can do your part by cutting more than 1 ton per person or donating to the Philipstown Climate Fund, a fund to help your neighbors take action, too.
Signal to your neighbors that you are fighting dirty.
When you pledge, you'll receive an orange solidarity PFD LED light bulb.
Climate is a complex topic.
Here's more about the science behind this effort.
Not ready to pledge yet?
Talk to a neighbor about their experience fighting dirty.