Categories: All - gardening - recycling - packaging - water

by Keara Heuser 10 years ago

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Reducing My Carbon Footprint

To live more sustainably and reduce environmental impact, several actionable steps can be taken across various aspects of daily life. Reducing waste involves choosing products with minimal packaging, donating items like old clothing, avoiding disposable plastics, and prioritizing recycling.

Reducing My Carbon Footprint

Reducing My Carbon Footprint

Home

5. Use washable cloths not paper towels
4. Purchase reusable shopping bags
3. Buy long-term Hems
2. Take shorter showers
1. Adjust water heater

Food

5. Buy containers to avoid Ziploc bags
4. Eat less fast food
3. Create my own garden
2. Use locally grown foods
1. Eat less animal products

Trash / Waste

5. Recycle as much as possible
4. Donate old clothing to resale shops
3. Purchase used appliances and clothing
2. Avoid disposable plastic
1. Purchase products with less packaging

Transportation

5. Travel by plane only when needed
4. Use public transportation
3. Shop at local stores
2. Use bikes in the summer
1. Carpool more often