United Nations Tweeted That People Around the World Have Already Logged More Than 6 million of Their Climate Action Activities.
By Nmami Agarwal 15-May 2022 Reading Time: 3 Mins
To preserve a livable climate, greenhouse-gas emissions must be reduced to net-zero by 2050. Bold, fast, and wide-ranging action needs to be taken by governments and businesses. But the transition to a low-carbon world also requires the participation of citizens, especially in advanced economies. The United Nations tweeted that people around the world have already logged more than 6 million of their Climate Action activities.
- Energy and transport are key – Much of our electricity and heat are still powered by coal, oil, and gas. Airplanes and cars also run mostly on fossil fuels. To reduce your carbon footprint, use less energy at home, switch to wind or solar-energy providers, skip a long-haul flight, and drive less.
- Food matters – The production, processing, transport, consumption, and disposal of food all contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. To reduce your impact on the climate, buy local and seasonal food, eat more plant-based meals, use up what you have, and compost any leftovers.
- Speak Up! – Climate action is a task for all of us. Concrete steps need to be taken by all sectors of society, first and foremost by governments, businesses, and industry. Speak up! Appeal to world leaders, and urge your city, your bank, and your employer to take urgent action toward net-zero emissions.
- Start With Ten Impactful Actions – Our lifestyles have a profound impact on our planet. Our choices matter. Around two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions are linked to private households. The energy, food, and transport sectors each contribute about 20 percent of lifestyle emissions. From the electricity, we use to the food we eat and the way we travel, we can make a difference. Everyone can help limit climate change, start with these ten actions to help tackle the climate crisis:
- Save energy at home
- Eat more vegetables
- Consider your travel
- Throw always less food
- Reduce, reuse, recycle, repair
- Change your home’s source of energy
- Choose eco-friendly products
- Speak up
- Walk, bike, or take public transport
- Switch to an electric vehicle
Over To You:
Every one of us can help limit global warming and take care of our planet. By making choices that have less harmful effects on the environment, we can be part of the solution and influence change.