Climate Change

Everyone can help limit climate change. From the way we travel, to the electricity we use and the food we eat, we can make a difference. Start with these ten actions to help tackle the climate crisis.

Save energy at home

Much of our electricity and heat is powered by coal, oil and gas. Use less energy by lowering your heating and cooling, switching to LED light bulbs and energy-efficient electric appliances, washing your laundry with cold water or hanging things to dry instead of using a dryer.

Walk, cycle or take public transport

The world’s roads are clogged with vehicles, most of them burning diesel or petrol. Walking or riding a bike instead of driving will reduce greenhouse gas emissions – and help your health and fitness. For longer distances, consider taking a train or bus. And carpool whenever possible.

Eat more vegetables

Eating more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, and less meat and dairy, can significantly lower your environmental impact. Producing plant-based foods generally results in fewer greenhouse gas emissions and requires less energy, land and water.

Consider your travel

Aeroplanes burn large amounts of fossil fuels, producing significant greenhouse gas emissions. That makes taking fewer flights one of the fastest ways to reduce your environmental impact. When you can, meet virtually, take a train or skip that long-distance trip altogether.

Reduce, reuse, repair & recycle

Electronics, clothes and other items we buy cause carbon emissions at each point in production, from the extraction of raw materials to manufacturing and transporting goods to market. To protect our climate, buy fewer things, shop second-hand, repair what you can and recycle.

Energy

Over the last two centuries, energy needs have skyrocketed dramatically, especially because of the transportation and industry sectors. However, fossil fuel are polluting and their reserves are limited.

Over the last two centuries, energy needs have skyrocketed dramatically, especially because of the transportation and industry sectors. However, fossil fuel are polluting and their reserves are limited.We know today that these resources are close to exhaustion and our societies are facing a major challenge: the energy crisis.

Energy crisis solutions

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Water

Water pollution is one the main environmental issues that we are facing, as more than 70% of the Earth’s surface.

How to solve water pollution? How can water pollution be prevented? Here’s a list of water pollution solutions:

Wastewater treatment

Wastewater treatment consists of removing pollutants from wastewater through a physical, chemical or biological process. The more efficient these processes are, the cleaner the water becomes.

Green agriculture

Globally, agriculture accounts for 70% of water resources, so it is essential to have climate-friendly crops, efficient irrigation that reduces the need for water and energy-efficient food production. Green agriculture is also crucial to limit the chemicals that enter the water.

Stormwater management

Stormwater management is the effort to reduce runoff of rainwater or melted snow into streets, lawns and other sites and the improvement of water quality” according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It is important to avoid pollutants from contaminating the water and helps to use water more efficiently.

Plastic waste reduction

80% of plastic in our oceans is from land sources. In order to reduce the amount of plastic entering our ocean, we need to both reduce our use of plastic globally, and to improve plastic waste management.

Water conservation

Without water conservation, we won’t go very far. It is central in making sure the world has better access to clean water. It means being aware that water is a scarce resource, taking care of it accordingly, and managing it responsibly.

Biodiversity and Land Use

Yet first and foremost, large-scale con- servation planning helps identify which natural habitats should be preserved to protect a particular area's diversity of wild animals and plants. ... The land use and conservation planning process can help communities control growth, prevent urban sprawl, and preserve open space.

6 Ways to Preserve Biodiversity

• Support local farms
• Save the bees
• Plant local flowers, fruits and vegetables
• Take shorter showers!
• Respect local habitats
• Know the source

Chemicals, Toxics and Heavy Metals

How can you reduce your risk of exposure to such heavy metals?

1. Consume wild mushrooms with caution
2. Avoid cosmetics containing aluminium, such as deodorants.
3. Avoid beverages in aluminium cans.
4. Ceramic dental fillings instead of amalgam.
5. Give preference to organic foods.
6. Avoid excessive amounts of seafood.
7. Use water filters.

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