The fate of our planet is in our hands. It’s up to us to make sustainable choices in our daily lives to ensure a better future for ourselves and the generations to come. This World Environment Day let’s make a pledge to make some key changes in our lifestyle to help this planet we call our home.
We’ve shared some essential steps in the past, like recycling plastics, donating old clothes, and composting. However, we can do more to reduce our carbon footprint and help save our planet.
Read more: Habits for a Sustainable Tomorrow: 14 Practices You Can Start on World Environment Day
Here are 10 more sustainable lifestyle changes that will benefit the environment and improve your health, save money, and make you feel good about your impact on the world!
Stride or Ride
Transportation significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, so choosing greener alternatives is essential. For example, why not walk, cycle, or take public transportation instead of using your car for short trips? You’ll reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy some exercise and fresh air.
Soar Less, Tread More
Although aeroplanes are more fuel-efficient, we still lack consistent global regulations for plane emissions. Consider trains or buses for short trips or virtual meetings as alternatives. If you must fly, check out carbon offset programmes to balance emissions. Let’s fly smarter and greener!
Buy Local or Organic
Buying local and organic products is a win-win when shopping for groceries: you support local businesses and reduce your environmental footprint. In addition, locally-grown produce is often the result of sustainable farming practices, which means fewer harmful chemicals and greater biodiversity.
Try a Plant-based Diet
Did you know the meat industry generates 60% of global greenhouse gas emissions? It also causes deforestation and water pollution. Cut back on meat or try plant-based options, even just a few weekly meals. You might discover tasty new recipes and expand your culinary horizons!
Boycott Endangered Goods
Endangered animals face the threat of being harvested in cruel ways. Therefore, we must become conscious consumers and avoid buying products derived from endangered species, even legal ones. Instead, stick to products with transparent and ethical supply chains.
Conserve and Hydrate Responsibly
Water is a precious resource, so start conserving it whenever possible. For example, shorter showers, fixing leaks, and water-saving toilets and showerheads can significantly reduce water consumption and preserve this valuable resource.
Embrace Eco-friendly Enterprises
Did you know sustainable businesses can save up to 30% on energy bills? By reducing the demand for fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions, these businesses are doing their part to protect our world. So, support eco-conscious companies committed to helping our planet.
Stop Fast Fashion
The fashion industry generates 10% of global carbon emissions, surpassing shipping and airlines combined. Shockingly, 85% of textiles end up in landfills! Buying thrift store clothes or supporting local fashion stores can help support “slow fashion designers” and help preserve our forests and natural assets.
Unsubscribe, Purge Unwanted Emails
Unsubscribing and removing unwanted emails actually help the planet. Regularly decluttering our inboxes and being mindful of the emails we send and receive daily can help reduce the electrical energy and resources needed to store and send them.
Educate Others
Educating others about the importance of sustainability is essential. By sharing your knowledge and encouraging others to make sustainable lifestyle changes, you can create a ripple effect and inspire positive change in the world.
Ultimately, we must embrace sustainable habits to shape our planet’s future. Our individual actions, though small, have a profound impact when multiplied. By making sustainable choices, we conserve resources, fight climate change, and protect future generations.