Trying to figure out how to reduce your carbon footprint in 2023 and beyond? The beauty of this goal is that 1) we really don’t have enough choice, if we want to avert global catastrophe, we need to cut our carbon footprint 2) we can actually save large amounts of money doing this.

Here are your practical tips to do this:

Reduce your home energy consumption 

Cut your energy consumption at home by using energy-efficient appliances, lighting and heating/cooling systems. This can be done by insulating your home, sealing air leaks and installing a programmable thermostat. Invest in renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power for your home, if possible and if local regulations allow. This can help you reduce or even eliminate your electricity bill. But this does not work for all locations yet. You have to check as you can end up spending more instead of saving money in the long run.

Use Public Transport

Point 6 of the video above, points to this important tip. Use public transportation, carpool, bike or walk instead of driving. This can help you save money on gas and vehicle maintenance costs, as well as reduce your carbon footprint. When traveling, consider taking trains or buses instead of planes. This can help you reduce your carbon footprint and may also be more cost-effective.

Go Electric Baby

Consider investing in an electric or hybrid vehicle if you need to drive frequently. These vehicles have lower operating costs and produce less greenhouse gas emissions than traditional gasoline-powered cars.

Everything Brand New? NO

Consider buying used products as it reduces the overall carbon footprint of the product. You can save lots of money here, especially if you are considering buying high ticket items like furniture and certain home appliances.

Overall, the key to saving money and reducing your carbon footprint is to be mindful of your energy consumption and to make choices that prioritize sustainability. Choices that we make everyday, even the way we travel to work or to holiday places.