Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategies

Conserve energy by switching to LED lighting, lower your thermostat in the winter and raise it in the summer, turn off lights and appliances while you are not using them, use energy star certified appliances and appliances with a higher efficiency rating, and lower water heater temperatures to 120ºF.
Use more sustainable transportation by walking, biking, carpooling, and using public transportation to get to places, and consider buying hybrid or electric vehicles.
Reduce consumption by using durable, locally sourced and used items whenever possible, reducing waste by recycling, composting, and reducing unnecessary packaging, and when buying look for things with certifications like Fair Trade or Organic.
When making food choices, eat locally grown produce and reduce the consumption of red meat, plan meals ahead of time, store food properly, and compost food scraps, this greatly decreases your carbon footprint.
Other things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint is to invest in projects to remove or prevent greenhouse gas emissions to offset your carbon emissions. Stay informed about environmental certifications and greenwashing to make informed choices. Choose policies that promote sustainable practices and advocate for environmental protection.