15 Practical Ways to Reduce a Carbon Footprint

1. Improve insulation and draught sealing.
2. Use sensible heating and cooling schedules.
3. Replace lighting with efficient alternatives.
4. Measure and reduce standby loads.

5. Walk or cycle for suitable short trips.
6. Use public transport where practical.
7. Share journeys and combine errands.
8. Reduce avoidable flights and choose direct routes.

9. Reduce food waste through planning and storage.
10. Increase the share of plant-based meals.
11. Choose seasonal products where practical.
12. Use leftovers safely and deliberately.

13. Repair and maintain products.
14. Buy durable or second-hand items where suitable.
15. Record a comparable baseline before claiming a saving.

CarbonCAM supports daily tasks, local appliance records, and meter-based comparisons. It does not independently certify avoided emissions.