My Carbon Footprint

So this was the first time I've ever checked my carbon footprint and I must say I was pretty shocked by the amount calculated. I came in at around 33 tons of emissions. The national average is about 27 tons. I'm OVER! Looking at some of the things I checked, I really have the ability to cut back on but then again some things are out of my control. I feel that I am able to limit the number of miles a day I drive and possible find methods of public transportation. As well as cutting back on the long distance plane trips. Even more basic things can be done, eating less meats, and consuming more organic foods. Walking places instead of driving is also an option. Even starting a compost pile instead of just throwing away scraps, even recycling a few more bottles instead of being so quick to toss them in the garbage can. Things like these are so simple that they often go overlooked. As I read "No Impact Man" I like most people just kinda read through just to finish and say that I did, I didn't analyze and get the full meaning out of what I was reading but after seeing how my 150 lb self was making 33 tons of emissions a year which is more than the national average, it's almost like a wake-up call. Seeing these number tells me that I need to do better, be more environmentally friendly and most importantly really try to lower my emissions.