Low carbon transportation
renewable energy
Energy Efficient Buildings
What personal climate actions are most effective?
Through a survey we did in 2022, we found that our sample of Bow Valley residents were fairly well informed about climate science, but this did not correlate to an understanding of which climate actions are most effective. Global polling also shows people tend to overestimate the least effective climate actions and underestimate the most impactful climate actions.
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Buy green energy (for a local option, visit Rocky Mountain Community Energy)
Have one less kid
Avoid air travel
Eat a plant-based diet
Work and play close to where you live
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Install a geothermal exchange system
Install a high-efficiency furnace
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Upgrade to energy efficient appliances
Use a reusable water bottle and coffee mug
Grow your own food, participate in a community garden
Hang clothes to dry
Cut your lawn using a push mower
Wash your clothes in cold water
Set your thermostat to 17-21C
Retrofit your drain with a DWHR unit
Carshare
Weatherproof your home
Switch to LED lightbulbs
Replace your gas stove with an induction top stove
Sources: City of Calgary, City of Edmonton, Wynes et al 2017
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