I know eating meat and animal products are horrible for the environment, but it isn't really something I think I could give up. As an athlete, I think animal products are one of the best protein wise and for building muscle, but for example: it takes 3,000 litres of water to make a single burger. This is really bad for the environment and is definitely not sustainable, but personally think plant alternatives and beyond meat just cant really replace it.

Many people can relate to this. Meat is something that is just hard to stay away from. It serves its purpose at every meal. However, I think one should try to limit their intake on animal products to just what they need. Despite these efforts, it is still very difficult to figure out how to stay away from it. When considering the effects of consuming meat, it emits, mostly, the greenhouse gas methane. On top of this, there are more problems eating meat bring to the environment. What people can do is limit the amount of meat they can consume to something more reasonable and try to opt for something else when given the opportunity.

I think we should start taking care of our planet by not throwing our trash on the floor and start recycling for a healthier environment.

I completely agree with this idea. People need to be more educated on the dangers of trash and pollution because, the CO2 emissions rates increase because of this simple cause. If people were to be more mindful on what they leave out into the environment, we as a community would be much closer to our goal of a healthier environment. I also think this concept directly aligns with the effects of food waste on pollution. It is dangerous how food decomposes down and releases methane. These two ideas share a common theme that people need to be careful of what they are leaving behind.

Food waste has increased significantly over the past couple decades. Recycle Track Systems states that America throws about 60 million tons of food yearly which is approximately 40% of the total food supply in America. The food waste is taken to dumpsters leading to pollution. The increase of food waste also means the increase in pollution levels. Most importantly, the decomposition process of food causes the release of methane, a greenhouse gas, into the atmosphere.  Because CO2 emissions directly correlate to the release of greenhouse gases, there will be an increase in CO2 emissions. It is incredibly important to note how food waste can contribute to CO2 emissions. People need be more aware of the dangers that lie around food waste because it has a strong negative impact on the environment.

our planet is changing fast because of pollution and waste. if we all reduce trash and save energy. we can protect Earth for the future. small actions from everyone can make a big difference.

My family's carbon footprint is around 5,000kg, this may seem low because its less than the average california residents, but in my eyes this is quite high. The reason our footprint is this high is because of our bad habits like leaving the water running for too long, leaving electronics on when we're not using them, leaving lights on when leaving the room, not recycling everything we can, etc. You and I can lower our footprint just by making small changes to your routine; being mindful about water usage, turning off electronics and lights, and recycling as much as possible.

My Family carbon is 16,841kg and my family is very strict on doing keeping stuff on or running and wasting money. It is bad habits to do all of that. The average carbon footprint is around 9,000kg. I wouldn’t necessarily disagree how your carbon footprint is high considering that others can have double or triple than 5,000kg. But i do agree on how we can change our carbon footprint by having better use on our water usage or electricity usage too.

The planet, due to the over production in fast food chains is being immensely impacted, and cannot sustain the amount of carbon that is being released into the earth's atmosphere by these chains. I propose that we, as a society, change how we live our lives, and start going to local food shops, or farmers markets, so we can change the lives of the future generations, and our own now.

I completely agree with your statement. Fast food chains contribute massively to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. Supporting local food shops and farmers markets promotes sustainability, reduces transportation pollution, and encourages healthier eating habits. By making conscious choices now, we protect the planet’s resources and ensure a cleaner, healthier future for coming generations.

I agree, many grocery stores don't accept any produce that may look unappealing to customers even if they are still edible and just as good as normal ones; this could be determined by shape, size, and smell alone. What usually happens to these foods is that they don’t get sold and are wasted. Buying from food markets instead of large corporations could positively affect the food waste ratio.

I agree, food waste is a pretty big contributor to our carbon footprints because it is something that we have for everyday life. Most foods get thrown away just by how they are shaped or if they aren't appealing enough as you said, Which takes away A resort or food that someone else could've had.

If you want the facts on climate change, NASA’s website is a solid place to start. They break down what’s happening to our planet and why, using real data from their satellites. Basically, NASA points to rising greenhouse gases—especially carbon dioxide—as the main reason Earth keeps getting hotter. That extra heat is melting ice, fueling more intense wildfires, and pushing sea levels up. The site doesn’t just throw numbers at you, either. Their visuals and charts actually help you get what’s going on. Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or just curious, it’s easy to see how the climate’s changing, and why it’s something everyone should care about.

A big contributer to the carbon footprint is flying. Alot of people have to fly for there job but sometimes people fly really far sometimes out of country. They dont realize how much Co2 that releases.

I agree that a big contributor to our carbon footprint is flying however not everyone has the accessibility to a different type of transportation to get where they want to go, and depending on the place, taking a different type of transport,for example a car it could produce more carbon than taking a flight.

Companies have a crucial responsibility in addressing global warming. They must prioritize sustainable practices, reduce emissions, and invest in renewable energy sources.
By taking proactive measures, companies can mitigate their carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet for future generations.
However, as long as companies prioritize short-term profit over the well-being of the planet, change remains an illusion. It is essential for companies to realign their financial priorities towards sustainable investments and eco-friendly practices. Only then can we hope to reverse the trend of global warming and protect our environment for future generations

I definitely agree with you, many larger companies are way too obvious to the harm that their non biodegradable waste is for the environment. I feel that the larger food and grocery stores need to start solely only allow biodegradable bags/ packages.

Very true, and the people with all this money tend to say they help the environment or are going to, but don't actually act on what they said.

Very true, and the people with all this money tend to say they help the environment or are going to, but don't actually act on what they said.

I agree! We’re told that we can make a difference by turning off lights and water, or buying compostable things, and while this helps, I’ve read that the main problem is the companies that burn fossil fuels, or contribute to fast fashion/consumerism. What we really need to do is get them to stop or switch to different methods, but all the people in power care about is money, and because the things they are doing now are cheap and the more sustainable methods are more expensive, they refuse to switch. Despite them all being some of the richest people in the world and having too much money to even consider spending in one lifetime. I doubt using methods that won’t eventually kill us will affect their style of life too much.

I absolutely agree. A vast majority of companies do not care about their carbon footprint and do not take the necessary steps in order to appropriately limit them just to save them some money. It's completely morally corrupt, but morals are clearly disregarded in the face of profits.

I agree, most companies don't care enough to mention the importance of the earth's safety and where the money goes. They can use their company's popularity to provide information or encourage people to take action. Even if they don't do this, they can contribute by switching from burning fossil fuels to something else.

You’re right, companies hold a ton of power when it comes to fighting global warming. They’ve got the money, the reach, and the ability to push things in the right direction. Still, too many stick with whatever makes the most profit, even if it’s bad for the planet. Switching to renewable energy, cutting emissions, and choosing greener ways to operate shouldn’t just be nice ideas—they need to be the norm. Honestly, as long as companies keep chasing quick wins instead of thinking about the bigger environmental picture, we won’t see real progress.

My family's carbon footprint is very low because we like to be cost efficient and reuse. We also like to take advantage of our resources when granted. Another thing that keeps our carbon footprint low is we home grow our vegetables and fruits, which saves us money in the long run.

Growing food at home is very cost efficient and uses less resources and is less wasteful, and also compost can be used as fertilizer and to grow you're a homegrown food, which reduces waste and causes the compost to be used for something resourceful.

Everyone has wants and needs, and it's usually hard to balance the two. Needs things and items that you usually need, while wants are just something that you desire. And a problem with wants is that usually it gets to a point where you have too many things that you want and you don't end up using them just because you wanted it at the moment which causes resources to used wastefully.

We can promote environmental awareness by creating vehicles that are powered by electricity rather than gas. Similar to the electric car, we should copy this plan for 2035 for all forms of transportation to eventually move towards being powered by an alternative energy source. This could heavily decrease global warming's impact, as some CO2 is released into our atmosphere as a byproduct of gas-powered machinery. In addition the electric forms of transportation I speak of can also stop air pollution from causes health effects later in one's life.

I think this could be a great solution. Fossil Fuels are one of the main contributors to global warming, and gas-powered cars are some of the main fossil fuel consumers. Every time we drive, we burn gasoline and release carbon dioxide into the air, which traps heat and makes climate change worse. Switching to cleaner options—like electric cars, buses, trains, biking, or even walking—would cut down the amount of emissions we produce every day. If more people chose these alternatives, we could lower pollution, improve air quality, and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels altogether.

Fast fashion is cheap, poor quality, disposable clothing that is produced quickly and sold at low prices. It is not something completely new and it has been around for a long time. You don't even know it but most of your favorite stores like Zara, H&M, Primark, Forever 21 and Shein that have lately been very popular are considered fast fashion brands. This has always been a big problem and today even more because fast fashion is responsible for 10% of global carbon dioxide emission. So, next time you want to shop in one of these stores think twice.

I agree that these popular brands are a big contributor global emissions. Unfortunately, with the rise of social media and trends, fast fashion has become something that is popular. Brands are often quick to jump on these trends and as a result they mass produce clothing that will become unpopular and irrelevant. These companies emit carbon dioxide during production and waste these clothing that remain unsold.

Yes, I totally agree that's fast fashion has increased carbon footprints. This is also a waste of money because a while later it will just go out of fashion and then you don't want to wear it and then you buy another one. Instead you should just stick to one and use it as long as its useable.

I agree. Fast fashion is harmful to environment. It produces lots of carbon emissions and waste.  It also takes up a lot of water and energy. Millions of clothing end up in landfills every year. Textile processing contributes to 20% of global water pollution.

I agree, many clothing brands contribute to the carbon dioxide emissions. but I never knew that it was so high and harmful. I will definitely rethink about all the clothes I buy to help the earth, rather than destroy it.

Since actually accepting the issues is the first step towards reaching change, it's really cool and encouraging to see how many of us are aware of the negative effects of fast fashion has on the environment. It is also cool to see how many of us rethink our initial perspectives and change our purchases to help the environment. Making these more deliberate purchases by selecting items carefully that we'll use for a long time is something we all can do. Little things like repairing clothing instead of replacing it can also have a significant impact leading to businessses themselves being more pressured to implement better practices if more people collectively change their habits.

something that everyone can do to reduce there carbon footprint is eating less meat. Even though i do realize meat is a crucial part of a lot of people’s diets and not an easy thing to give up, i still think a lot of people aren’t aware of the serious affects meat has on our environment. The 1st thing i have to say about meat is how much land it takes to raise meat that is fully grown, one thing i’m not sure most of you know is that feeding someone who is vegan for a year takes only 1/6th of an acre of land while someone on a meat and dairy diet for a year uses 18 times that amount of land. i think this is a very scary statistic but also a very real one, raising meat does use a lot of land and meat eaters have to realize that. the 2nd thing i have to say about meat is how much methane cows produce. cows produce this methane through there farts, burps or poop, we contribute to this by eating cows. considering how many cows are bred because of the demand we put on them meaning more of the methane that cows produce is going up into the atmosphere. i think it is a really good idea for people to consider eating less meat and dairy meals each week as it is a great way to help save our planet and reduce your carbon footprint.

According to the Food and Agricultural Organization, over 900 million people on Earth don’t have enough food to eat. This is nearly 1 in 7 inhabitants on Earth. Assessing our carbon footprint in correlation with our dietary choices shows that plant-based diets, often vegan or vegetarian, substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions as opposed to meat-heavy diets.

I agree with you, eating less meat is a great way to help the planet. Raising animals uses a lot of land. A vegan diet can cut land use by up to 75% (University of Oxford), which means more space for vegetation and animals. Also, cows release a gas called methane, which traps heat and harms the atmosphere. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) says methane is over 25 times stronger than carbon dioxide. Even eating a few plant based meals each week can lower your carbon footprint and help the Earth.

This is an extremely important argument, and I completely agree with it. Yes, the main problems from the meat industry are the absurd amounts of land usage and high methane emissions. The statistic about a meat and dairy diet requiring 18 times the land of a vegan diet is a powerful way to show the scale of the issue. I also agree that the solution does not have to be veganism or vegetarianism, which definitely won't suit everyone; a compromise is! Two to three meatless meals a week will make a big difference!

Reducing meat in our diets or even eliminating meat in our diets can indeed reduce a carbon footprint. However this is a rather difficult task, considering the fact that meat is an excellent source of nutrients and protein in our diets. Removing it could cause issues in your daily activities (if you’re active) and a loss of energy, however it is possible, considering that 22% of the global population does not consume meat.It is a great way to reduce our carbon footprints and help contribute to the better of our atmosphere.

I definitely agree with these points; cutting back on meat consumption is among the most efficient ways a person can lessen their carbon footprint greatly. Methane emissions from cows are a significant contributor to climate change, and raising animals for meat also requires a vast amount of land and resources, as several others have noted. Making even minor adjustments, such as eating two or three meatless meals a week, can have a big positive impact on the environment. The advantages for the environment also go beyond greenhouse emissions, I would like to add. By reserving land for natural habitats rather than livestock, a shift to plant-based diets can help conserve many resources, including water. This will also help prevent deforestation and promote biodiversity. Eating less meat or purchasing meat locally can help local communities and advance healthier food systems. One of the best strategies to fight climate change may involve combining systematic changes in the way food is produced, along with small lifestyle adjustments. According to a study titled "Solving Climate Change Requires Changing Our Food Systems", agriculture and food systems are responsible for approximately 34% of all global GHG emissions annually. This highlights how diet and food production practices are intertwined with climate change. In the end, I believe it comes down to balance, cutting back on meat when one can, and considering how dietary choices affect the environment around us. This self-reflection will help people make better choices.

Food choices overall affect both our health and the environment around us in many different ways. Eating locally produced foods can help with the climate problems we, as a society, are facing. However, unlike what most people think, its impact is much smaller than the expected amount. When someone purchases food locally, it can help cut down on "food miles", as long-distance food transportation does result in greenhouse gas emissions. But for the environment, the type of food and how it's produced frequently have a greater impact than distance alone. Eating food that is grown nearby has several advantages as it helps preserve farmland, helps the community and local farmers, and results in fresher, healthier produce. This makes it positive for both the environment and your own health. In addition to reducing packaging waste, growing your own food or purchasing from local farms can also help promote healthier eating practices. I do have a food garden at home. This garden is mainly maintained by my grandma and my father as they use it to grow many fruits and vegetables (to name a few: Eggplants, strawberries, pomegranates, oranges, apples, okra, etc). I have also recently gotten into assisting my family members in this process, as it is both an enjoyable and instructive way to help the environment.

There are many items we either misplace in the wrong bins or could use for better purposes. Several of these purposes include turning old fabric scraps into small wraps/covers for things we use every day or turning reusable scraps into containers. For example, torn shirts or leftover cloth can be tied around jars, bottles, or small containers to protect them or give them a better grip, while egg cartons could be used as containers for small items like beads and more. It is a very simple way to reuse something that would normally be thrown out and away. Another simple idea that could be implemented is using scraps as padding for fragile items instead of buying and wasting bubble wrap/packing paper. I came up with these ideas after looking into my own life and what I believe would be the most beneficial. There are tons of cardboard boxes that I could turn into containers, and many scraps of cloth I could use around the house as well. Reusing scraps and other materials like this is beneficial to the environment because it reduces the total amount of waste we throw away and cuts down on the need for new materials to be manufactured and produced.

Solar panels are good for the environment because they produce energy with no air pollution or greenhouse gas emissions, and they  reduce the need for fossil fuels. This helps not contribute to climate change, improves air quality, saves  water, and reduces the environmental impact associated with extracting and burning fossil fuels.

Growing your own food at home can be very good for the environment, it reduces your carbon footprint, can lead to less waste, and can reduce the amount of harmful pesticides used for producing food. It is also good for the individual tending to the farm, gardening has been shown to reduce stress, can be exercise, the food often tastes better, and it increases the persons food security. However, starting a new garden is a large investment at first and you have to pay a lot of money up front before you can start saving money in the long run, and a lot of people cannot afford that. I found some websites that have lots of tips on ways to save money when starting/maintaining a garden: https://zerowastehomestead.com/dirt-che … -a-budget/ and https://www.accidentalhippies.com/start … p-or-free/  . These sources can be very helpful to anyone who wants to start growing their own food, so feel free to look at & share them.

I think that this is a very good idea however most people in my opinion are far to lazy to do this instead of just going and buying food from the store. So I suggest that if possible find a way to do this in a way that takes less effort to make it a lot more appealing to people.

Lots of major companies make misleading advertisements to convince people of their environmental friendliness. According to Akepa, Keurig led Canadian buyers to believe that their pods are easily recyclable, but their methods, and pods in general, are not accepted by most Canadian provinces.

Canada is in the right for not accepting these derogatory ads!

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https://thesustainableagency.com/blog/g … es/#keurig

Hey another jones, it seems like you cant read. Please read his post before commenting.

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According to NASA, climate change is the biggest influencer of extreme weather and humans have accelerated the process since the Industrial Revolution. When the Industrial Revolution started, factories burned fossil fuels which cause greenhouse gases to go into the atmosphere. The greenhouse gases warm up the earth's temperature which effects the water cycle, weather patterns and ice melting. These factors all contribute to extreme weather. While it may seem like the world is ending with loads of greenhouse gases stacked up from over 200 years, there is a way to stop or at least lower the amount of greenhouse gases. People can protest or boycott the use of anything that uses fossil fuel and can go do more ecofriendly approaches instead. People should also look to reduce carbon emissions as that contributes to the increase of greenhouse gases.

Solar panels should be the primary source of energy. I remember in 8th grade we watched a documentary about sources of energy and there was one part in particular that I found shocking. If we covered around a fifth of Nevada in just solar panels we could power the whole country with just the sun. I know that there are pros and cons to this, like money, or resources, but in the long run solar panels will be better for the environment. I also know that we can just build so many solar panels in Nevada, but my point is,America is much larger than Nevada which means there is a lot more empty space than just there,spreading out the solar panels would be beneficial for multiple reasons, people might think placing a bunch of solar panels in Nevada would be bad because they want to keep the land free of technology and keep that area a technology free zone and just nature so spreading them out can preserve some of the lands natural beauty, and if you spread the panels out you have a bigger chance of sunlight. Having all the solar panels in one place would be a stupid move,spreading them out gives you a bigger chance of the suns light.

In my area, there is no recycling. One thing I've done to help lower my carbon footprint is take my recycling, when possible, to my local Publix and Target where they have recycling bins available! When possible, too, I reuse glass jars to store dry goods such as beans, lentils, flour, sugar, etc. Not only does this help fight against microplastics in my food, but I'm also repurposing the jars, and not having to go out and buy empty glass storage bins.

love how you're finding ways to recycle items, that truly is great and admirable of you but the fact that your area has no recycling makes me think that this is an issue that you should call change for in your community. Although is is better to try to repurpose items as much as possible rather than just tossing items in the recycle bin, According to the EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency),having a recycling bin in your area would be beneficial as,"the recycling and composting of municipal solid waste (MSW or trash) saved over 193 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2018". Not only you but the community around you should start recycling in order to make a huge difference against carbon and greenhouse emissions.

According to the World Nuclear Association, over 40% of CO2 emissions are caused by the burning of fossil fuels for electricity. The effect of electricity on carbon footprinting is immense. Small actions such as forgetting to turn off the lights, resulting in it being left on for hours at a time can devastate energy resources. DarkSky International states that nearly 30% of lighting outside in the US goes to waste partially due to the lack of shielding. To avoid these problems, LED lights should be used because they save energy, especially in cases where light needs to be left on for prolonged periods of time. On top of this, the use of sensors should become more common because sensors have the ability to detect the presence of someone. It will detect movement and turn on, and will go off when there can't sense any movement in the room.

I completely agree with you! The use of LEDs would be a great way to save energy, considering their long life spans and energy efficiency. On top of that containing the excess light would also help the world with it’s light pollution crisis (which is why we can’t see stars that often anymore). The use of sensors is a great idea to save energy, and has been implemented in many locations globally, we could use the same technology to save energy on long roads, and freeways at night with long distance sensors.

I go on vacations throughout the year to visit family, 2-3 times a year, and it is a big issue. I like to visit my family and spend time with them, but flying is a huge issue due to the carbon emissions. Flying on airplanes is just something that I cannot live without.

That is a hard disscussion because even if you drive you are still giving carbon into the air.

I can also completely relate to this. As someone who has immigrant parents from India, flying to meet my relatives there is the only way I can meet them in person. I do not visit them a lot (once every 2-3 years), but whenever I do, it releases a lot of emissions due to the number and length of the flights. Also, my family tends to go on vacations two to three times a year as well, and there isn't much I can do about it. However, if it is within driving distance, we should always try to avoid airplanes and use our cars, especially electric cars, which are not as harmful to the environment.

I agree with Mr Kass here. Flying is something that I need to do to visit distant relatives.

One effect reducing and reusing would have on our environment is that it would decrease the amount of pollution and energy waste that is caused because of making new products. Simple ways of doing this include recycling materials such as paper and plastic. Another way more people can help with reducing and reusing is through donating used products such as electronics. Several people around the world buy the iphone model that comes out every year. According to New Tech Recycling, billions of phones are thrown out. Instead of throwing out the old phone, it would be smarter to donate the phone so that way, less phones need to be produced to satisfy the demand. This would save energy and therefore help decrease CO2 emissions.

I don’t see enough people composting when gardening. It will reduce landfill waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and improve soil health. Although more people are starting to do it, compost rates are still low. The best part about it is that it is easy to do! All you have to do is take your waste natural materials and layer them in a bin. Then, just let it air out! And now, you have compost. Just work it into the soil before planting or adding a layer of compost on the soil. There are no side effects, and it leads to better soil! So, overall, it will give you better produce which you can use to make any meal you desire.

An idea for reusing and repurposing that I have done before was turning a plastic milk jug into a watering can. It is extremely easy, and you do not need to buy a new plastic watering can. All you need to do is unscrew the cap, clean the jug, remove the cap, and make several small holes in the cap using a hammer and nail or a drill. Then, reattach the cap, fill the jug with water, and water your plants. It is truly a great solution!

The difference between needs and wants is simple, but difficult to make a choice between them. Needs are things you must have to live. This includes things like food and water. Wants are things you just really want, like a new phone or toy. A significant issue is that wanting too much stuff can cause an overconsumption of materials. Making all those extra items uses up lots of Earth's materials, and it wastes energy. Also, it creates pollution. If everyone focused more on just meeting their basic needs instead of always getting the new and trendy items, we would stop hurting the environment so much and save natural resources.

With social media like TikTok and Instagram being so prevalent today, there's a lot of content centered around the trendiest clothes to buy. Especially now with resources like TikTok Shop and SHEIN, poorly made "trendy" clothes aren't only being pushed onto you from every site, they're also accessible with a few clicks. If you see a post about a shirt that you just need, you might not even have to leave the app to buy it. It's almost too good to be true. But what happens after a few months? The clothes you just bought aren't just falling out of style, they're falling apart. Influencers sometimes make it seem like the trendy, fast-fashion apparel they're promoting is a necessity, but the truth is, the clothes you have now work just fine. Not participating in fast fashion helps slow the masses of thrown-away clothes that litter every landfill. It also means you're not funding the unethical work practices of most of the companies that sell them. So the next time you see a shirt on the internet you're convinced you can't live without, remember, the shirt you have on right now is just as good.

This post effectively illustrates the relationship between social media consumption and unsustainable consumer behavior in the fashion industry. The accessibility of fast-fashion platforms like TikTok Shop and SHEIN creates a cyclical pattern of overconsumption and waste. When garments deteriorate rapidly due to poor manufacturing standards, they contribute significantly to landfill accumulation. Additionally, the carbon emissions generated from manufacturing, shipping, and disposing of these low-quality items represent a substantial environmental cost. By maintaining existing clothing items rather than participating in trend-driven purchasing, individuals can reduce their personal carbon footprint while simultaneously decreasing demand for unethical production practices. The data supports that extending the lifespan of existing garments through conscious consumption is one of the most effective strategies for reducing fashion-related carbon emissions and textile waste in landfills.

Our items and belongings that we have, clothes, technology and such should be kept if it is able to be used. For example, the clothes that I have are good enough and I do not need or want to buy new ones. There is no need to buy new clothes if the ones that I have are already good, and it would just be a waste of money and it would damage the climate. The fashion industry already makes up 8-10% of the total global carbon emissions, and me buying new clothes would make it go up even more.

you're totally right about this, the fashion industry is insane for carbon emissions. i never realized it was like 8-10% of global emissions until i started researching. honestly keeping the clothes you have is way smarter than constantly buying new stuff. plus most new clothes are fast fashion that fall apart anyway so you end up replacing them more often. if everyone just wore what they already had and took care of it, the fashion industry's carbon footprint would drop so much. it's crazy how simple the solution is but nobody does it.

California had the hottest summer in 2024 so hot. The wildfire had occurred in increased sickness for a lot of people and even dead. The wildfires in Los Angeles burned down thousands of acres destroying lots of houses and buildings. Next is storms, the latest storm in Southern California is possibly record breaking while heavy rain is causing flood and even causes the most powerful atmospheric river flood in Los Angeles. The heavy rain, Los Angeles hits fire ravaged areas and possibly causing rockslides.

A huge chunk of our items be it clothing, sofas, etc. are made of leather. According to Carbonfact and ACS Publications, the process holds multiple chemical and mechanical processes to make them fancy.  From tanning methods, to waste management. This can be reduced by starting to make our own leather clothing, by possibly salvaging some from roadkill, like the millions of deer that die.

visualizing a future without constraints, and understanding that your attitude and belief are more impactful than your current circumstances or intelligence.

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https://www.carbonfact.com/blog/knowled … bon-impact

going shipping uses  lots of gas and causes pollution, the food can get squished, lost , and get rotten on its way from farms to  stores so you should try to buy locally grown food and all grocery stores should bring locally grown groceries to sell so they are cheaper and better for and it’s also harder to check if groceries from somewhere else are 100% organic.

According to UNEP.org, 1.02 billion tonnes of food waste was generated in 2022. This is a big problem as this accounts to 1/5 of all food that is avalible to the common consumer. The carbon emmisions that come out of food waste 5 times more than than the aviation industry. This is a huge problem and needs a huge solution. By only buying what you need, you can save over up to $56 per week or $3000 per year according to EPA.gov. Spoiled food can be used in composts instead of just throwing them in landfills which produces more carbon. Lastly, we should use old food that is edible to make new meals instead of just outright throwing food that is still edible.

Almost everything in our daily lives affect our carbon footprint, sometimes in a good way and sometimes in a not so good way. Some might say that our carbon footprint doesn’t matter but if we all have that mindset then it does matter because we are all affecting our environment and its climate. So some simple ways to lower your carbon footprint are as follows; start using a bike to travel shorter distances, eat less meat or eat pasture-based meat, or even changing the light bulbs in your house into LED’s.