How can one take Climate Action?
The following are 10 simple ways in which one can take to champion Climate Action:
Reduce, reuse, repair and recycle
To protect our climate, it would be good to consume less by buying only that which is necessary. Additionally, one can opt to shop second-hand, repair what they can, and recycle too. Every kilogram of textiles produced generates about 17 kilograms of CO2. Buying fewer new clothes and other consumer goods therefore reduces the amount of emissions from the production process.
Use less energy at household
Much of electricity and heat are powered by coal, oil and gas. Using less energy therefore, by lowering the amount of heating and cooling, switching to LED light bulbs and energy-efficient electric appliances, hand washing laundry, or hanging things to dry instead of using a dryer have a significant contribution towards saving energy.
Consider clean sources of energy
If possible, switch to renewable sources such as wind or solar. Households can install solar panels on the roof to generate energy for homes. Switching home from oil, gas or coal-powered energy to renewable sources of energy, such as wind or solar, can significantly contribute to Climate Action.
Alternative transportation that is eco-friendly
Walk, bike or taking public transport is highly advisable. The world’s roadways are clogged with vehicles, most of them burning diesel or gasoline. Walking or riding a bike instead of driving will reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, it contributes to fitness and good health.
Less throwing of food
When food is thrown away, the resources and energy that were used to grow, produce, package, and transport it are put in to waste. A greater percentage of the food thrown ends up in landfills and the process of rotting produces methane which is a powerful greenhouse gas. It is advisable to use that which is bought and compost any leftovers.
Shop local and buy sustainable
By purchasing local and seasonable products, it will be helping small businesses and farms in within respective areas and also reduce fossil fuel emissions associated with transport and cold chain storage. Sustainable agriculture uses up to 56 per cent less energy, creates 64 per cent fewer emissions and allows for greater levels of biodiversity than conventional farming.
Plant Trees
Every year approximately 12 million hectares of forest are destroyed, and this deforestation. Together with agriculture and other land use changes, deforestation accounts for close to 25% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Planting trees helps to reverse this trend, both at individual and collective level.
Focus on planet – friendly investments
Individuals can also spur change through their savings and investments by choosing financial institutions that do not invest in carbon-polluting industries. Additionally, individuals can choose to set up institutions that are eco-friendly producers, both in the process of production and final output.
Advocacy
Advocate on environmental issues by speaking up and also getting others to join in taking Climate Action. This is one of the quickest and most effective ways to make a difference. Talking to neighbors, colleagues, friends, and family creates and spreads awareness. Let business owners know you support bold changes. Appeal to local and world leaders to act now. Climate action is a task for all individuals. Together, great achievement is foreseen.
Supporting children’s participation
Children have incredible capacity to mobilize for issues they believe in. Therefore, creating spaces for children’s activism has a transformative impact on their lives and has the power to change society for the better.
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