Reduce food waste - Think about what's in the fridge
Discarded food is responsible for an estimated 8 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. This is a huge slice of our climate impact. Regularly check what is in your fridge and prioritise consuming food that is going to expire soon. Keep waste to a minimum, check your fridge now!
Postpone buying a new phone for a year
Is your old phone still good to use? Stick to it for another year and delay your next purchase. Reduce your CO2 emissions and save a bag of money in the process.
Think about your personal water use
In many parts of the world, fresh water will in future become more valuable than oil. It takes energy to clean, pressurize and get the water to your house, which means burning fossil fuels in power plants. Save water & reduce CO2 emissions.
Reduce, postpone & think | Climate Flashcard | Climate Beginner
Change lightbulbs to LEDs
ED lightbulbs use less than 25% energy compared incandescent lighting. This means saving in the long run for you and reduced emissions for the planet. Every lightbulb you replace will help the fight against Climate Change.
Recycle plastic
Producing new plastic is responsible for 3-8 times more emissions compared to recycling old plastic. Recycle whenever you can to prevent Climate Change. There are many types of plastic, check what you can and what you cannot recycle.
Buy vintage
Buying vintage can be a design statement, an expression of personal taste but not many know that it can help the environment at the same time. Express yourself and help the Climate by buying vintage!
Change, recycle & hang-dry | Climate Flashcard | Climate Competent
Reduce food waste - Check expiry dates now
Have you ever thrown away expired food? Everyone does but climate-aware individuals keep it to a minimum. Check's what is about to expire and make sure you consume those in time. Save money & save the planet.
Buy used electronics
Producing electronics is polluting, expensive and harmful to the environment and Climate. First, think about postponing your purchase. In case that is not an option, buy second hand, as it will help protect the environment and Climate.
Don’t buy T-shirt you don’t need
How many T-shirts do you have? Is the honest answer too many? Don't buy what you don't need, which means less need for new production, less CO2 pumped into the atmosphere, less land and fresh water use.
Buy used, upcycle & buy green | Climate Flashcard | Climate Expert
Plant a tree yourself
Do you want visible Climate Action? Plant a tree if you have land available. Every tree will absorb about 22Kg of CO2 a year and it will also make the world a greener, cooler place.
Postpone buying a new phone for a year
Is your old phone still good to use? Stick to it for another year and delay your next purchase. Reduce your CO2 emissions and save a bag of money in the process.
Cancel a subscription you don't use
Do you have magazines you never read, streaming services you don't use? Unsubscribe and do some good both for your wallet and for the planet. Remember, less consumption is always good for the Climate.
Plant, cancel & donate | Climate Flashcard | Climate Beginner
Buy Climate Friendly utilities - Hopefully save in the process!
Pre-register now for Climate Friendly utilities and as soon as we have a critical mass of interested users, CC can negotiate your new deal, which is both Climate friendly and will cost you the same or less.
Adjust thermostat (a degree or two matters)
Set your thermostats a degree or two lower in the winter, higher in the summer. You might not even notice the change but you will be using 3-6% less energy, helping climate change and your pocket at the same time.
Clean or replace HVAC filters
Dusty and clogged HVAC filters lead to restricted airflow and reduced efficiency, which forces your HVAC system to work harder. Replace your filters regularly and use less energy, reduce your carbon footprint today.
Adjust, clean & reduce | Climate Flashcard | Climate Competent
Drink one less coffee today - drink water instead
Do you drink too much coffee? Skip a cup and replace it with a glass of water, resulting in less carbon emissions, a healthier body and healthier climate. Water will rehydrate you and you will save a bit of cash as well.
Recycle metal - steel, aluminium, brass or copper
Do you have iron or steel, aluminium, brass or copper to recycle? Recycling scrap metal uses 75-95 percent less energy to process than ore. You also get paid so earn while you fight Climate Change!
Sell your old mobile now - Make money while helping the climate
Do you have an old mobile lying around? You will probably never use it again. Sell it now and get some cash. The person buying your phone will not buy new, meaning less need for new production, less carbon burnt and CO2 emitted.
Buy used a book instead of new
Thinking on buying a new book? Consider buying used. You might find a hidden gem you would never find otherwise. Buying old is also Climate-friendly and will help you reduce your environmental impact.
Drink less, sell used & turn off | Climate Flashcard | Climate Expert
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