Update from Terra Pass

Carbon offsets are a great, simple way for everyone to help get cleaner air.  Here's an update from one group we've worked with in the past.   If you have a child in college, this is a great issue to read. The ‘Too Cool for School’ Newsletter September 13, 2012 As the new school year begins... Take a look at what the country’s greenest universities are doing Get some handy, easy-to-implement tips that you can use on and off campus And don't forget to provide your feedback on our latest project Universities go green The Sierra Club put together a list of the Top 10 Coolest Schools. Check out the innovative solutions that administrators and students are implementing for tangible, sustainable change. Did you know that a typical dorm room uses enough energy during an academic year to generate 6,678 lbs of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions? —that's about the same as the amount of emissions generated by driving a small car. Offset your energy use (or your students') with dorm offsets from TerraPass. Get an apple from your teacher From primary school to college, here are some tips to green the school year and have fun doing it. Pretty soon your teacher will be the one giving you an apple. Pack your lunch in style: • Give a stainless steel lunchbox a try.   • Learn to pack a trash-free lunch. Carpool, walk or bike to school: • If public transportation isn't available where you live, consider joining a carpool. Raleigh County Solid Waste Authority We’ve extended the public comment period for those who were a little late to return from summer vacation. Share your feedback on this landfill gas capture project in Beckley, West Virginia.