How to Reduce My Footprint?

Walk, bike, carpool, or use public transit

Drive less and combine trips

Switch to an electric or fuel-efficient vehicle

Fly less and choose trains when possible

Use renewable electricity

Turn off lights and unplug idle devices

Use LED bulbs

Improve home insulation and seal drafts

Set thermostats efficiently

Wash clothes in cold water

Air-dry clothes when possible

Reduce meat and dairy consumption

Eat more plant-based meals

Buy local and seasonal food

Cut food waste

Compost organic waste

Reduce, reuse, repair, and recycle

Buy fewer new products

Choose durable, reusable items

Avoid single-use plastics

Use reusable bags, bottles, and containers

Conserve water

Fix leaks promptly

Support low-carbon businesses and policies

Plant trees and support habitat restoration

Work from home when possible

Share, borrow, or rent items instead of buying

Choose minimal packaging

Dispose of e-waste properly

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