01 / Getting around
Take the bike for a short trip
Replacing a car journey avoids the fuel used for that journey.
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02 / Things we use
Refill a bottle you already own
Repeated reuse can reduce demand for disposable bottles.
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03 / Things we use
Bring the bags you already have
The useful change is repeated reuse, not buying another bag.
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04 / Getting around
Take the stairs when you can
An avoided lift journey can save electricity.
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05 / Getting around
Share a regular journey
Sharing a vehicle can replace several separate car journeys.
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06 / Food
Make one day more plant-based
Replacing some animal products with plant-based foods can lower food-related emissions.
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07 / Things we use
Follow your local recycling guide
Recycling can recover materials and reduce demand for primary resources.
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08 / Things we use
Give an object a longer life
Repair can delay replacement and the impacts of producing a new item.
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09 / Food
Choose loose produce when it works
Avoiding unnecessary packaging reduces material use.
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10 / Things we use
Bring a reusable coffee cup
A cup used repeatedly can displace disposable cups.
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11 / At home
Reduce drafts around windows
Reducing unwanted air leakage can reduce heating demand.
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12 / At home
Add a layer before turning up the heat
Warmer clothing may allow a lower thermostat setting while maintaining comfort.
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