The role of an individual in climate change
Climate change is a planetary-scale threat and, as such, requires planetary-scale reforms that can only be implemented by the world’s governments.
Individuals can at most be responsible for their own behaviour, but governments have the power to implement legislation that compels industries and individuals to act sustainably. Climate change is mostly caused by humans and this can only be sustained by humans also , now all depends upon all individuals how they cop with situation.
INDIVIDUAL’S ROLE
▪ Use less air conditioning (or use fans)
▪ Switch things off when you're not using them.
▪ Dry clothes on a clothesline
▪ Switch to energy saving light bulbs (LED bulbs are the best!).
▪ Turn your refrigerator down when not in use.
▪ Wear more layers instead of setting the heating too high.
Use local food it is better for the environment because of transportation pollution.
▪ Use less meat
▪ Use vegetables
▪ Avoid private transport instead use public transport for long travels
▪ Avoid usage of plastic products
▪ Use cloth bags instead plastic bag while shopping.
. Stop smoking
▪ Use fresh water in limitations
▪ Fill tub instead of shower
▪ Use solar electricity
▪ Reduce battery consumption or use rechargeable batteries.
▪ Reduce energy consumption in food, improving it at the same time.
When they are not used; Disconnect mobile phone chargers and other electronic devices.
▪ Use technologies that respect the environment and people.
▪ Do not buy products without ensuring their safety: monitor the composition of food, cleaning products, clothing... and avoid those that do not offer guarantees
▪ Be careful not to damage the flora and fauna.
Report ecological crimes: illegal logging, forest fires, untreated
discharges, predatory urban planning.
▪ Control water consumption in hygiene, irrigation and swimming pools.
▪ Cook efficiently: take advantage of waste heat, do not heat more
water than necessary and do not preheat in the oven if it is not necessary.
▪ Quick shower; Close taps while brushing, shaving or lathering.