Houses, televisions, meals – as things get bigger, so do the demands on the Earth.  The average American’s ecological footprint (the area of land required to sustain consumption and waste) is more than 25 acres – five times more than what is sustainable globally!  We can easily reduce our footprint by avoiding unnecessary consumption.  Do you boil enough for six cups of tea when you only want one?  Do you leave the TV, stereo or lights on when you leave the room?  Do you throw things away unused that could be donated?   Small acts add up and collectively have great impact.