Ways you can help fight climate change:

1. Push for reduced methane emissions from fracked gas

Methane is 84 times more powerful than carbon dioxide over a 20-year time frame. Leading scientists estimate this gas alone is responsible for one-quarter of the observed changes to Earth’s climate. Recent researchsuggests that methane emissions from the oil and gas sector (mainly fracked gas) is a much greater problem than reported.

Cutting methane emissions is one of the cheapest, easiest and most effective things that governments can do right now to tackle climate change.

If we take action, reducing methane emissions can be a big part of the solution.

2. Get charged up with renewables

The global push for cleaner, healthier energy is on. With costs dropping every day, renewable energy is the best choice for the environment and the economy.

People throughout Canada are leading on renewables, making a difference in towns, cities and rural areas. You can, too!

No matter what your experience is or how much time you have, we’ll show you opportunities to get charged up with renewables.


3. Green your commute

In Canada, transportation accounts for 24 per cent of climate-polluting emissions, a close second to the oil and gas industry.

The many ways to reduce your transportation emissions will also make you healthier, happier and save you a few bucks. Whenever and wherever you can:

Take public transit.Ride a bike.Car-share.Switch to an electric or hybrid vehicle.Fly less (if you do fly, make sure you offsetyour emissions).



4. Use energy wisely — save money, too!

On a per capita basis, Canada is one of the top energy consumers in the world! By getting more energy efficient, you’ll pollute less and save money.

The small changes you make add up:

Change to energy-efficient light bulbs.Unplug computers, TVs and other electronics when you’re not using them.Wash clothes in cold or warm (not hot) water.Dryers are energy hogs, so hang dry when you can and use dryer balls when you can’t.Install a programmable thermostat.Look for the Energy Star label when buying new appliances.Winterize your home to prevent heat from escaping.Get a home or workplace energy audit to identify where you can make the most energy-saving gains.


5. Consume less, waste less, enjoy life more

“We use too much, too much of it is toxic and we don’t share it very well. But that’s not the way things have to be. Together, we can build a society based on better not more, sharing not selfishness, community not division.” ~ The Story of Stuff

Focusing on life’s simple pleasures — spending time in nature, being with loved ones and/or making a difference to others — provides more purpose, belonging and happiness than buying and consuming. Sharing, making, fixing, upcycling, repurposing and composting are all good places to start.


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