We don't have to wait for government to do something about climate change. Each and every one of us can get started today. By making our homes more efficient and conserving energy, we can cut emissions from power plants and do our part to head off global warming.

To help you begin, we've put together this Cool Home Tour. Watch as our own Mr. Green takes stock of a fairly typical American home and shows how minor adjustments and small efforts can add up to a big difference.

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Cool Cities Campaign Is your city on track to becoming a Cool City? Find out--and if it's not, learn how to make it one. We'll help! Sign Our Petition You're doing your part. Now ask Congressional leaders to give America a better energy future.

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