Air travel is responsible for more than 2% of of the total global carbon output. The total miles flown in the U.S. averages out to over 2,200 miles for every person in this country!
Flights over 500 lbs of greenhouse gases per passenger per 1000 miles travelled.
In addition to air travel, the majority of vacations are taken by automobile with an average one-way distance of 284 miles. These shorter trips are taken more frequently than air travel and typically account for 6 or more trips per year. This can add up to 3,000 miles or more per year per family!
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While travelling by air has a large environmental impact, many vacations are impossible without it. You can help reduce the impact of the trips your family takes through carbon offsetting.
Purchase this bundle to offset the emissions from 2,200 miles or air travel and 2,500 miles or travel by car. By purchasing this bundle you will offset 6,600 lbs of greenhouse gases emissions. To offset your family's annual vacation purchase one of these for each member of your family.
