City living can be quite energy-intensive with all of the cars, lights, and air conditioning that come with it.
However there are also small, everyday things that city dwellers can do to shrink their environmental footprint. Here are five of them:
1. Carpool or use public transit. Many cities offer convenient public transportation, so consider carpooling or taking the bus or subway instead of driving your car.
2. Recycle. Make sure you’re taking advantage of your city’s recycling program. If your city doesn’t have one, look into composting.
3. Buy local. Shopping at local stores helps reduce the energy it takes to transport goods from farther away.
4. Eat sustainable. Seek out restaurants that serve locally grown, organic food.
5. Turn off the lights. When you’re not using them, switch off the lights and unplug your appliances.
By taking these small steps, city people can help reduce their carbon footprint and make a positive difference for the environment.