JULY 24, 2025

6 ways to reduce your carbon footprint in daily life

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Every action we take makes an impact on the planet's health. But with small, thoughtful choices, we can reduce our carbon footprint right from our daily routine.

Private vehicles are a major source of CO₂ emissions. Switching to public transport or carpooling cuts fuel use and lowers your daily carbon impact.

Shift to public transport

Uneaten food often ends up in landfills and releases methane, a greenhouse gas. Planning meals and storing leftovers well helps cut emissions from food waste.

Cut down on food waste

Unplug devices when not in use. Switching to LED lights and energy-efficient appliances helps cut electricity consumption and emissions.

Optimise energy use at home

Fast fashion generates tonnes of textile waste. Opting for durable clothing and buying less frequently significantly lowers your carbon footprint.

Rethink your fashion habits

Plastic is petroleum-based and energy-intensive to produce. Choosing reusable bags, bottles and containers can reduce both waste and emissions.

Limit single-use plastic and packaging

Every litre of water used requires energy to treat and pump. Fixing leaks, using low-flow taps and shorter showers can reduce energy use.

Conserve water

Installing solar panels or opting for green electricity plans supports clean energy and lowers dependence on fossil fuels at a household level.

Choose renewable sources

Recycling is good but reducing and reusing is better. Every item we save from landfills helps conserve energy and natural resources.

Reduce, reuse and recycle

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