Our ecological footprint is the impact of our lifestyle choices or activities measured in terms of the land required to sustain our use of natural resources.
Unless populations decide to start acting now, climate change consequences will become more and more catastrophic. It is a real problem and has turned into a threat for the entire civilization as well as the generations to come.
However, it is undeniable that, as a community, we can still slow down climate change by doing small actions that have big repercussions on the environment. Today, overproduction and overconsumption are leading to enormous amounts of waste, pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation. Studies suggest that a big percentage of carbon emissions actually originate from the household. So, everyone can start from their own home by:
- Using reusable bags, cloths and other items instead of single-use plastic such as straws, cups, bags, bottles and utensils because most of plastic is non-compostable and non-biodegradable.
- Buying less or only what is needed. This helps increase budgets and does good to the planet by creating less waste and pollution.
- Turning off appliances when not using them to reduce consumption.
- Considering renewable energy as it does not emit greenhouse gases into air and has a much smaller carbon and ecological footprint that fossil fuel alternatives such as oil.
- Recycling responsibly as it helps conserve resources and reduces air and water pollution. It is also possible to reuse, repurpose and upcycle old items. This is a great way to save money, use fewer resources, water and energy.
- Supporting local produce by buying food, clothes and beauty products that are made locally and organically.
- Reducing water use
It is important for every person to understand the impact of one small act. Right now, more than ever, it is crucial to adopt a sustainable lifestyle that would protect life on Earth.
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