Climate change is a pressing issue that will have a huge impact on our lives. Extreme weather caused by climate change – such as heatwaves and storms are becoming more frequent and intense, endangering lives and livelihoods. However, there are actions we can take to reduce our carbon footprint and mitigate the effects of climate change. Here are some tips:

1. Reduce your consumption of animal protein by half. By cutting down on your consumption of meat and dairy, you can reduce the carbon footprint of your diet by more than 40%.
2. Take public transport or walk/cycle instead of driving. Cars account for almost 50% of road transport-related emissions. By taking public transport, walking, or cycling, you can reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy the health benefits of exercise.
3. Switch to 100% green power. The use of energy is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions caused by human activity. By converting to green electricity, you can directly support the phase-out of coal and reduce your carbon footprint.
4. Save energy. Simple actions like switching off lights and unplugging chargers when not in use, reducing water consumption by doing laundry on full load, and turning off appliances when not in use can help you reduce your energy consumption.
5. Mind your digital footprint. Every search query, email, and online activity causes CO2 emissions due to the energy needed to support these activities. By downloading instead of streaming and limiting your digital activity, you can reduce your carbon footprint.

Together, we can all take steps to reduce our carbon footprint and mitigate the effects of climate change. Let’s work together to protect our planet and future generations.