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Be demanding
If organic items or eco-labelled goods are not available from your local shops, ask for them.
Businesses do listen to their customers. We have the power to change the selection of products that are available to us. So make shop managers aware of your demand for eco-friendly products.
Businesses do listen to their customers. We have the power to change the selection of products that are available to us. So make shop managers aware of your demand for eco-friendly products.
Think about what you eat
Large-scale agricultural and livestock production can have a significant effect on climate change as well as contribute to land degradation, air and water pollution, and biodiversity loss. Think about what you eat and where it is sourced.
Buy local
How far does the food you buy travel before it reaches your table? Buy local seasonal produce that hasn’t crossed the globe to get to you. Do you really need to eat strawberries in December?
Buy organic food
Because organic farming does not use toxic pesticides that often end up in the ground, air, water and food supply, choosing organic products can benefit your health and the environment.
Bring your own bag
Using your own bag instead of the plastic or paper ones given away by stores reduces waste. Some retailers now offer rewards to customers who do not request disposable bags.
Be an informed purchaser
When out shopping, look for labels indicating that the product is sustainably produced and environmentally friendly.
Choose sustainably sourced wood
Make sure that any timber products you buy - from garden chairs to paper and envelopes - carry the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label. If you can’t find FSC-certified products in your local store, please ask the store manager to supply them. Find out more about how to buy good wood
Say "yes" to sustainable seafood
If you enjoy salmon, tuna or other seafood make sure you always look for the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification mark. This gives you a simple way to identify and purchase seafood from well-managed sources. Find out more about sustainable seafood
The less packaging the better
Product packaging is just a waste. What you really want is the thing inside. Less packaging could reduce what you buy – and immediately throw away – by about 10%. This means less waste in landfills, which release large amounts of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
Think before you buy
To reduce over consumption, buy items that will last longer instead of buying the same item several times, or consider buying second-hand. Reduce the amount of materials you use by buying in bulk. Repair appliances and furniture instead of replacing them. Avoid disposable products. Reuse containers, building materials and clothing. Repair and sell things you no longer need.
Use tap water
Don’t buy bottled water if you know your tap water is safe to drink. Transporting water from its source to the supermarket is an expensive waste of energy. And, the plastic and glass water bottles add to the mountains of rubbish that we produce. Find out from your municipality about your tap water. If you do buy bottled water, buy from a local source (read the labels) and buy water that comes in recyclable glass or plastic bottles.
Choose biodegradable cleaning products
They have fewer negative impacts on the soil and water system.
Buy energy-efficient appliances
If you’re buying a washing machine, refrigerator, dishwasher or oven, buy the most energy-efficient model you can afford. They might be a little more expensive but they pay for themselves through lower energy bills. The same is true for office equipment like computers, copiers and printers.
In North America, look for the Energy Star label when buying new appliances. For the best energy-efficient products in Europe, visit: www.topten.info
Find out more on how you can be more energy efficient in your life.
Be demanding
If organic items or eco-labelled goods are not available from your local shops, ask for them. Businesses do listen to their customers. We have the power to change the selection of products that are available to us. Make shop managers aware of your demand for eco-friendly products.
Large-scale agricultural and livestock production can have a significant effect on climate change as well as contribute to land degradation, air and water pollution, and biodiversity loss. Think about what you eat and where it is sourced.
Buy local
How far does the food you buy travel before it reaches your table? Buy local seasonal produce that hasn’t crossed the globe to get to you. Do you really need to eat strawberries in December?
Buy organic food
Because organic farming does not use toxic pesticides that often end up in the ground, air, water and food supply, choosing organic products can benefit your health and the environment.
Bring your own bag
Using your own bag instead of the plastic or paper ones given away by stores reduces waste. Some retailers now offer rewards to customers who do not request disposable bags.
Be an informed purchaser
When out shopping, look for labels indicating that the product is sustainably produced and environmentally friendly.
Choose sustainably sourced wood
Make sure that any timber products you buy - from garden chairs to paper and envelopes - carry the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label. If you can’t find FSC-certified products in your local store, please ask the store manager to supply them. Find out more about how to buy good wood
Say "yes" to sustainable seafood
If you enjoy salmon, tuna or other seafood make sure you always look for the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification mark. This gives you a simple way to identify and purchase seafood from well-managed sources. Find out more about sustainable seafood
The less packaging the better
Product packaging is just a waste. What you really want is the thing inside. Less packaging could reduce what you buy – and immediately throw away – by about 10%. This means less waste in landfills, which release large amounts of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
Think before you buy
To reduce over consumption, buy items that will last longer instead of buying the same item several times, or consider buying second-hand. Reduce the amount of materials you use by buying in bulk. Repair appliances and furniture instead of replacing them. Avoid disposable products. Reuse containers, building materials and clothing. Repair and sell things you no longer need.
Use tap water
Don’t buy bottled water if you know your tap water is safe to drink. Transporting water from its source to the supermarket is an expensive waste of energy. And, the plastic and glass water bottles add to the mountains of rubbish that we produce. Find out from your municipality about your tap water. If you do buy bottled water, buy from a local source (read the labels) and buy water that comes in recyclable glass or plastic bottles.
Choose biodegradable cleaning products
They have fewer negative impacts on the soil and water system.
Buy energy-efficient appliances
If you’re buying a washing machine, refrigerator, dishwasher or oven, buy the most energy-efficient model you can afford. They might be a little more expensive but they pay for themselves through lower energy bills. The same is true for office equipment like computers, copiers and printers.
In North America, look for the Energy Star label when buying new appliances. For the best energy-efficient products in Europe, visit: www.topten.info
Find out more on how you can be more energy efficient in your life.
Be demanding
If organic items or eco-labelled goods are not available from your local shops, ask for them. Businesses do listen to their customers. We have the power to change the selection of products that are available to us. Make shop managers aware of your demand for eco-friendly products.