Ten simple habits to reduce your environmental footprint
Do you know that small changes can lead to significant impact? Discover ten habits that will help you to become really eco-savvy.
Environmental footprint (or carbon footprint) is a measure of a community's environmental impact, according to its use of natural resources and energy, the creation of waste and human-generated emissions.
Exploring new ways to reduce and measure our individual environmental footprint is not only essential but can also become a rewarding activity. Here are ten different ways to start making a smaller impact on the planet with your actions.
How to reduce your environmental footprint?
Revolutionise your dishes
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Embrace the plant-based revolution in your diet. Research shows that a plant-based diet is kinder for the planet, and also healthier for you. Try new recipes with plant-based ingredients and discover surprising flavours. Did you know you can make a pizza base out of cauliflower? It's delicious!
Wave single-use plastic farewell
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Did you know that plastic packaging can take up to a thousand years to degrade? Biodegradable materials take less time, but they're not a perfect solution either. Forget about bags and other single-use products. Eco-friendly alternatives are endless, including traditional solutions, like a wicker shopping basket, or innovative options, such as bamboo straws to sip your favourite soft drink.
Smart mobility
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Train your body and take care of the planet at the same time. When commuting, choose to walk, cycle, or use public transportation. Did you know that every kilometre cycled saves around 250 grammes of CO2 emissions? It's time to pedal your way to a cleaner future!
Keep your energy use under control
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Turn your home into a temple of energy efficiency. From LED bulbs to smart thermostats, there are endless ways to reduce your energy use. Simply turning devices off instead of leaving them in standby mode can reduce your energy consumption by 10%. You're sure to be doubly pleased by your lower electricity bills.
Practice the triple ‘R’
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Reduce, reuse, recycle. This is a mantra, not a cliché, and it should be the guideline for your life from now on. Approach your daily consumption with mindfulness and look for creative ways to give your belongings a second life.
Shop purposefully
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Every purchase should be a vote for the world you want to live in. Support brands committed to sustainability and fair trade. Research, ask questions and choose products that respect your environmental values.
Become a zero-waste chef
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Make the most of your food, from peelings to leftovers. Did you know that 30% of the food produced worldwide is wasted?
Create your own green oasis
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From growing herbs to helping out in a community vegetable garden, growing your own food is not only rewarding, but also good for the planet and healthy for your body.
Save every drop of water
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In times of drought, every drop counts. Install low-flow devices, repair leaks and adopt careful habits, such as closing the tap while brushing your teeth or installing a rainwater harvesting system.
Challenge your limits and share
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Knowledge is power, and education is the key to change! Share your knowledge of sustainable practices with friends and family. Together, as more of us take part, we will be able to inspire meaningful change!
