Level 1 Sustainability Heroes know they should be doing more to build a more sustainable life for themselves, their family and future generations. Upon recognizing this they begin to take small, but very important actions like utilizing “10 Ways to Go Green” lists, conserving gasoline, using energy efficient light bulbs and even installing Energy Star rated appliances. Positive results can be generated as a Level 1 Sustainability Hero, but it requires education and consistent action.

In addition to going green in the more common ways like installing energy efficient appliances and purchasing environmentally friendly products, Level 2 Sustainability Heroes begin to address their energy use in a more dramatic way. By offsetting a portion of their fossil fuel based energy consumption with solar, geothermal or wind systems they begin to take more control over their spending and energy use by generating their own power.

Level 3 Sustainability Heroes realize that it is possible to generate nearly all of the energy needed to power their lives without sacrificing comfort or quality and in some cases create a surplus of energy that can actually make them money. Not only do they realize this, they create a plan and take massive action ultimately creating the most sustainable life possible for themselves, their family and generations to come.