August 12, 2024 – Supporting Local Businesses in Cutting Carbon Emissions

Volunteers worked for three weeks with a small local bakery to evaluate its carbon emissions. The team manually tracked electricity consumption, oven usage hours, and supply chain distances using self-coded data tools. After reviewing results, they developed a tailored energy management plan that reduced overall emissions by approximately 22 percent. The project demonstrated the value of accessible, low-cost sustainability solutions for small businesses.

Updated: November 1, 2025 — 8:13 pm

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