Food - Choose local, plant-based options
Choosing a plant-based diet is the most effective way to reduce the impact of global food consumption. Around 25% of the world's land is used for livestock grazing, which threatens biodiversity and ecosystems. Choosing a local plant-based diet not only protects the local environment, but also brings local jobs. Choosing plant-based foods not only improves personal health, but also reduces greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity loss.
Leisure - Rediscover local attractions
How people spend their leisure time - including travel and recreational activities - has a huge impact on the environment. Individuals can shift to more sustainable leisure by choosing local activities and supporting nearby businesses. Tourism accounts for approximately 8% of global emissions. When traveling long distances, it is recommended to stay longer, choose local dining options, avoid disposable products, and try to use reusable items, including utensils.
Shopping - Think before buying
Humans produce 2.24 billion tons of municipal solid waste each year, of which only 55% is effectively treated. Experts say that in this age of overconsumption, consumers must change their shopping patterns by considering what they really need, prioritizing more durable products, and opting for shared and repaired goods, while ensuring that people can meet their basic needs. These practices can reduce the use of high emitting materials (e.g. plastics, paper and textiles), thereby reducing waste and associated emissions.
Travel - Avoid short car trips
Around 95% of global transportation still relies on fossil fuels, and the transportation sector is directly responsible for 23% of global CO2 emissions. Using public transportation or shared transport, or even walking and cycling, can help reduce emissions and air pollution while promoting a shift in the way cities are planned.
