Summary:
The book provides a detailed analysis of the carbon footprint associated with various everyday items, activities, and lifestyle choices, ranging from eating a banana to using the internet. It offers insights into the environmental impact of our decisions and suggests ways to reduce our personal carbon emissions.
Key points:
1. Carbon Footprint Measurement: The book stresses the need to know and measure the carbon footprint of activities and products, from bananas to emails, to help people and companies reduce their environmental impact.
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