Did you know you can decrease your impact on the environment by shopping online with Buy.com? A recent study by Carnegie Mellon University's Green Design Institute found that shopping online consumes less energy and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 35 percent compared to shopping at traditional retail stores.The study documented energy use and carbon dioxide emissions generated through the complete cycle of buying a product using Buy.com's distribution and delivery channel as well as through traditional retail store operations.
In fact, the study showed that 65 percent of total carbon dioxide emissions generated by shopping at retail outlets related to consumers driving to and from the stores.
Results showed that, on average, Buy.com's model fared better in reducing carbon dioxide emissions and energy consumption with fewer steps in getting products from manufacturers' warehouses to consumers' homes. Here are some tips:
* If you're buying electronics, check if the product is EPEAT-certified. The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) rates computer products to assess eco-friendliness. See if your purchase is Bronze, Silver or Gold rated. Buy.com offers a list of EPEAT –certified products here.
* Want to calculate the specific environmental benefits from purchasing EPEAT-registered computers and monitors? Check out the Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator. Click here to download.
* Read up on green living. Buy.com has a great selection of books about living a more eco-conscious and green study lifestyle. Click here to see what's available.
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