Climate actions49

The phase out of fossil fuels is a key requirement for a sustainable and liveable future. You can accelerate that transition and send the right market signal, buy switching to a renewable energy provider at home. Renewable energy mainly comes from wind, solar, hydro or bioenergy. Some people are concerned about the the impact on nature with renewable energy. However the numbers couldn't be clearer. Renewable energy are better for biodiversity, cause less deaths both for humans and animals, produce cleaner air, and have less GHG emissions with is key towards a net zero, low-carbon world.

Choosing a sustainable bank means that your money is doing good and supports the causes you care about while you are asleep. Legacy banks use your money to finance planetary destruction by lending money to evil industries like the fossil fuel, meat and dairy, or weapon industry. Sustainable banks only invest in industries that make the planet and our societies thrive. They invest in renewable energy and other impact industries. Switching your bank is one of the most impactful and easiest climate actions available, that most people don't have on their radar.

Conducting an energy audit for your home is something not everyone can do. Those that do own a house or apartment where they can make these changes should consider it. The result will give you clarity how you free your property from fossil fuels and make it more independant and how much it will cost. You may realise that you can save money with going fully electric, installing solar, heat pumps, adding a wallbox or insulation. Usually these assessments are free and get you started into the right direction.

Donating empower experts and activists, enhances public awareness, and supports sustainable practices at both local and global levels. By financially backing organisations fighting climate change, individuals can play a significant role in driving progress, influencing policy, and fostering a sustainable future especially if they don't have the time or the ability to be on the ground themselves. Choosing the right organisation is key.

Investing in green funds directs your capital towards sustainable initiatives, such as renewable energy projects and eco-friendly businesses, fostering innovation and driving positive environmental change.

Electric cars are not the sole solution. Within cities the best and fairest solution for all is to use shared services.

Money is one of the biggest and most effective levers individuals have. Unfortunately money especially from insurances and banks is still used to fund harmful industries like deforestation (big meat) and the fossil fuel industry. The good news is, there are sustainable providers and once you did the switch you don't have to think about it anymore.

- Car sharing - Public transport - E-Bike or bike - etc -

Money is one of the biggest and most effective levers individuals have. Unfortunately money especially from insurances and banks is still used to fund harmful industries like deforestation (big meat) and the fossil fuel industry. The good news is, there are sustainable providers and once you did the switch you don't have to think about it anymore.

Once you completed your home energy audit, you know what the most effective ways are to transition to a low carbon, electrified home are. Make sure to work with professionals who know the current subsidies for your region and how you can combine different systems best like insulation, solar, energy storage, heat pump, power wall or charging station. Also don't forget to share your hopefully positive experience with your neighbours, friends, community and colleagues to spread the word and start a movement.

Some people rely on a car e.g. in rural areas or people with special needs. If you can afford an electric car and don't have a shared alternative available to you, go do the switch. While you are at it. Advocate for more shared options like public transport, bike infrastructure or car sharing. Living car free has a bigger impact than going electric with many side benefits. This will help create a fair and just world for all.

Eliminating single-use plastic products from your bathroom reduces plastic pollution in oceans and landfills, protecting marine life, and conserving resources while promoting a healthier ecosystem.

The type of food is more impactful than how it is packaged. A plastic wrapped vegan stake, is better than a non-plastic wrapped, "local" cow-steak. Therefore, before you worry about a plastic free shopping cart, try to reduce animal products like meat or dairy first. For other daily bathroom essential like tooth paste or shampoo, easy plastic free, solid alternatives exist. For these items you only need to a find a replacement and a store once, and then you can forget about it. For other items, try to avoid plastic where possible, but don't beat yourself up for this. Try to focus on more impactful actions first. In places with bad recycling infrastructure, advocate for it.

Some phone carriers like [WeTell](https://www.wetell.de/) use the [Ecosia](https://ecosia.com/) model to create maximum positive impact with the profits they make. WeTell uses 100% renewable energy to run their services, advocates for climate action and also is a Purpose company, meaning they are unable to sell the business to greedy investors.

Switching to Ecosia or other impact search engines is a simple one-time action with impact. While searching the web, Ecosia uses it's profits to plant trees and invest in renewable energy worldwide. Today they planted over 200 million trees. They are a Purpose certified company, meaning they are unable to sell the business to greedy investors with bad intentions. They also share their earnings report publicly every month, so you know exactly the impact they have. Visit: <https://www.ecosia.org/>