Everyone can make a contribution to positive environmental
change, regardless of their background or lifestyle. Here are
some examples of actions that individuals can take:
Reduce energy consumption: Switching of lights when not in
use, using energy-efcient light bulbs, and unplugging
electronics when they are not being used can help to reduce
energy consumption.
Reduce water usage: Fixing leaks, taking shorter showers, and
turning of the tap while brushing teeth can help to conserve
water.
Reduce waste: Recycling, composting, and using reusable bags,
bottles, and containers can help to reduce waste.
Use sustainable transportation: Walking, cycling, carpooling,
and using public transportation or electric vehicles can help to
reduce carbon emissions.
Support environmentally friendly products and services:
Choosing products that are sustainably produced, locally
sourced, and made from eco-friendly materials can help to
reduce environmental impact.
Get
involved
in
advocacy:
Joining
environmental
organizations, signing petitions, and contacting elected ofcials
can help to advocate for policies and practices that promote
positive environmental change.
By taking these actions, individuals can contribute to positive
environmental change and help to protect the planet for future
generations.
“Want to make the biggest climate diference that
you can? Try to cut 1 ton or more of CO2 emissions
from your lifestyle every year. Consider one or
more of these actions below.”
EVERYONE CAN MAKE
A CONTRIBUTION TO
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION
PROTECTING OUR PLANET STARTS WITH YOU
Don’t send
chemicals
into our
waterways.
Learn how to make smart seafood
choices at www.FishWatch.gov.
Vo l u n t e e r !
c h o o s e s u s t a i n a b l e
Choose nontoxic
chemicals in the
home and office.
Volunteer for
cleanups in your
community. You
can get involved
in protecting your
watershed too!
Energy efficient light
bulbs reduce
greenhouse gas
emissions. Also flip the
light switch off when
you leave the room!
Long-lasting
light bulbs
- ARE A -
E D U C A T E
re d u c e
R E U S E
recycle
D R I V E L E S S
B I K E M O R E
When you further your own
education, you can help others
understand the importance and
value of our natural resources.
-SHOP-
WISELY
Buy less
plastic and
bring a
reusable
shopping bag.
PLANT
A TREE
Trees provide
food and
oxygen. They
help save
energy, clean
the air, and
help combat
climate change.
s e a f o o d
The less water
you use, the
less runoff and
wastewater that
eventually end
up in the ocean.
Cut down on what you throw
away. Follow the three “R’s” to
conserve natural resources and
landfill space.
o c e a n s e r v i c e . n o a a . g o v
TEN SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP
PROTECT THE EARTH
TOP TEN OPTIONS FOR REDUCING
YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
“From driving a car to disposing of waste, many of
our daily activities cause greenhouse gas emis-
sions. In living a more sustainable lifestyle and
tackling the climate crisis, knowing how our
behaviors and actions impact the environment is a
crucial frst step.”
MEASURE YOUR IMPACT