How to reduce your carbon footprint

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Climate Change is the long-term shift in average weather patterns across the world. If we are to avoid the most harmful effects of Climate Change, such as more extreme weather, warmer summers, wetter winters, and increased sea levels, we must take action to reduce our impacts on the environment now.


By measuring and reducing the carbon footprint of your everyday activities, you can lower your greenhouse gas emissions and your contribution to Climate Change. A carbon footprint isn’t just about numbers—it’s about understanding our impact and taking steps toward a more sustainable future. 🌍🌿


If you would like to understand your own carbon footprint, you can calculate your emissions using free online tools. The Environmental Footprint Calculator from the World Wildlife Fund, takes 5 minutes to complete and provides hints and tips on how to lower your carbon footprint. You can access WWF's calculator by clicking the logo below.




Five actions you can take to get started on your journey to reduce your carbon footprint today-

1. Can you use your car less and start walking or cycling for local journeys?

2. Plan your meals and make a shopping list before heading to the shops to stop over buying. Buying only the food you need can help prevent food waste.

3. Turn off the light when you’re not in the room and don’t leave appliances on standby.

4. Choose paperless banking. Ever thought about the green credentials of your bank? Verify if your bank contributes to the fossil fuel industry or not using Bank.Green.

5. The fashion industry has a high environmental impact, support sustainable fashion by-

  • Reducing what you buy new
  • Repair what you have
  • Share, swap and donate
  • Buy pre-loved from charity shops, markets and online.

Find more ideas for actions you can take to help the plant, and live more sustainably on our dedicated Climate Change page on our website, what can we all do. You can also find out more about Climate Change and how it is impacting Wealden district on our website.


If you would like to find out what others are already doing in your area, check out our new Community Climate Action Map where you can find local community groups leading on initiatives and projects near you. You can also add any community projects you are involved in to address Climate Change to the map.


Follow the Climate Change team at Wealden on Facebook for climate friendly activities and events in your local area.



Climate Change is the long-term shift in average weather patterns across the world. If we are to avoid the most harmful effects of Climate Change, such as more extreme weather, warmer summers, wetter winters, and increased sea levels, we must take action to reduce our impacts on the environment now.


By measuring and reducing the carbon footprint of your everyday activities, you can lower your greenhouse gas emissions and your contribution to Climate Change. A carbon footprint isn’t just about numbers—it’s about understanding our impact and taking steps toward a more sustainable future. 🌍🌿


If you would like to understand your own carbon footprint, you can calculate your emissions using free online tools. The Environmental Footprint Calculator from the World Wildlife Fund, takes 5 minutes to complete and provides hints and tips on how to lower your carbon footprint. You can access WWF's calculator by clicking the logo below.




Five actions you can take to get started on your journey to reduce your carbon footprint today-

1. Can you use your car less and start walking or cycling for local journeys?

2. Plan your meals and make a shopping list before heading to the shops to stop over buying. Buying only the food you need can help prevent food waste.

3. Turn off the light when you’re not in the room and don’t leave appliances on standby.

4. Choose paperless banking. Ever thought about the green credentials of your bank? Verify if your bank contributes to the fossil fuel industry or not using Bank.Green.

5. The fashion industry has a high environmental impact, support sustainable fashion by-

  • Reducing what you buy new
  • Repair what you have
  • Share, swap and donate
  • Buy pre-loved from charity shops, markets and online.

Find more ideas for actions you can take to help the plant, and live more sustainably on our dedicated Climate Change page on our website, what can we all do. You can also find out more about Climate Change and how it is impacting Wealden district on our website.


If you would like to find out what others are already doing in your area, check out our new Community Climate Action Map where you can find local community groups leading on initiatives and projects near you. You can also add any community projects you are involved in to address Climate Change to the map.


Follow the Climate Change team at Wealden on Facebook for climate friendly activities and events in your local area.


Page last updated: 10 Oct 2024, 01:35 PM