Carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions that come from our daily activities, such as driving and using water.
Youth Europa also defines carbon footprint as a concept to quantitatively measure the impact of an activity, a person, and a country on climate change.
The accumulating carbon footprint is one of the causes of the extremes of climate change. Therefore, reducing the carbon footprint is an important step to preserve the Earth and slow climate change.
Individual contributions, even if they seem small, can have a big impact if done collectively.
Through this article, BIOPAC invites you to implement measures to reduce the carbon footprint below collectively so that we can live on Earth for longer. Come on, follow the steps!
7 Easy Steps to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
- Use public transportation
One of the most effective ways to reduce CO2 emissions is to switch from private vehicles to public transportation.
Public transportation such as buses, trains, or carpooling not only reduces the number of vehicles on the road but also reduces emissions per capita.
Trains are one of the public transportation that produces a low carbon footprint, you know!
According to Amtrak, traveling by train results in an 83% lower carbon footprint than a car and 73% lower than an airplane.
If public transportation isn’t always an option, consider sharing a vehicle with a friend or colleague to reduce your carbon footprint.
- Switch to renewable energy
Renewable energies such as solar and wind have a much lower impact on the environment compared to fossil fuels.
Installing solar panels in your home or choosing an energy provider that offers renewable energy options is an important step to reduce your carbon footprint.
While the initial investment may be higher, the long-term benefits for both the environment and energy savings will be significant.
- Consumption and production of food as necessary
Indonesia is still the ASEAN country with the highest amount of food waste with the highest achievement of 20.93 million tons in a year according to INFID.
Turn off electronic devices when not in use, use energy-efficient LED lights, and make sure your home is well insulated to prevent unnecessary air leaks.
In addition to reducing emissions, these measures can also reduce your electricity bill.
- Choose eco-friendly products
Choosing environmentally friendly products can help reduce negative impacts on the earth, one of which is biodegradable products from BIOPAC.
In addition to being easily decomposable, the production process is also environmentally friendly (does not use too much water, minimal waste and pollutants) and empowers people in coastal areas.
Don’t forget to reduce the use of single-use plastics and choose reusable or easily biodegradable products like BIOPAC!
- Reuse, reduce, recycle sampah
One of the biggest unsolved problems in Indonesia is the sheer amount of waste — most of which cannot be reprocessed.
Therefore, waste processing must start from the smallest area, namely from home.
If there is waste that can still be reused, such as used cardboard or plastic bottles, you should not throw it away.
However, create and turn it into a functional craft such as a pot or bed for cats.
Then, separate waste for recycling, compost organic waste, and avoid products with excessive packaging.
Another way to reduce waste is to switch to eco-friendly and biodegradable products such as BIOPAC. Not only does it reduce the use of single-use plastics, you can also use it as compost.
That way, you can reduce the waste generated and contribute to reducing your carbon footprint.
- Plant trees around the house or support reforestation programs
Planting trees is one of the most effective ways to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere.
If this is not possible, you can support a greening program from a local or international organization.
Every tree planted can help reduce the global carbon footprint and contribute to the health of our planet.
In addition, the existence of trees is also able to dispel the heat of the scorching sun directly to our skin.
Reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive if you can apply the above methods consistently.
Remember, every small step you take has the potential to make a big impact on our planet.
BIOPAC supports your efforts to reduce your carbon footprint by offering eco-friendly products that can be used in your daily life.
Let’s take care of our Earth together by choosing the right products and adopting a more sustainable lifestyle.
Do you have any other tips that you can try? Come on, share your own tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint in the comments!