Climate Change Scotland Act

 

Carbon Footprint

I calculated my carbon footprint using the WWF Footprint calculator and discovered that I am using 145% of my carbon emission allowance. I was not surprised that i got a high score as I travel a great distance to university several times a week and i am always leaving on lights and my products on standby instead of turning them off at the plugs. However In terms of recycling, i am normally quite good at dividing rubbish into the blue and brown bins.

My breakdown shows that food and travel were the two areas that I scored highest in. I was unaware that my diet would impact carbon emissions however I will now try and buy locally produced goods when I go shopping. I will also consider using public transport or even walking when I  am going out instead of using the car.