Climate change: Four things you can do about your carbon footprint
Climate change is a pressing issue, and our carbon footprints play a significant role. Discover four actionable steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. Every effort counts, and yours can too.
Insulate your home
Switching off lights and appliances when not in use can save money while reducing our impact on climate change
- The UK government will offer grants of £5,000 for the installation of heat pumps from April 2022
- Draught-proofing is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to save energy
- A recent increase in wholesale energy price means many providers have withdrawn their offers
Think before you buy
Limit your impact by repairing minor faults in clothing rather than replacing, donating rather than throwing away, and choosing higher-quality items that you think will last longer.
- An increasing number of companies are offering clothes to rent, which helps reduce waste in the fashion industry.
Cut out food waste and cut down on red meat
Livestock creates 14% of all greenhouse gases globally
- The simplest and most effective way to limit your impact is to reduce meat and dairy in your diet
- You can save money and reduce waste by making smaller portions and saving leftovers for later at home
Drive less, fly less
Transport is responsible for almost a quarter of carbon dioxide global emissions.
- Living car-free might be the most impactful thing we can do to reduce our transport emissions. However, ditching the car is not possible for everyone, particularly if you live in an area without good public transport.