The emerging population over the globe has made sustainable and eco-friendly ways of living a compulsory attribute to continue the generation, hence whatever we do the globe has shifted its acts to sustainable and eco-friendly methods. From businesses to driving or travelling or buying products global trends are swiftly shifting to more eco-friendly ways.
With the emerging trends on social media and YouTube, travelling has become one of the most prominent things among bloggers and influencers, which has taken the travel industry to a different level of satisfaction and an escape from hectic routines on a frequent basis.
Travelling with more eco-friendly and sustainable methods has become compelling. To enjoy the best of nature it is significant to take extra care of nature and the environment. It is the best way for creating a positive effect on the communities and environment.
Here is a list of ways which can make your travelling more eco-friendly and sustainable.
1. Use dustbin
Whether you are travelling to another city, country or within the block carry a dustbin or a bag to keep your clutter. It will not only keep your surroundings clean but give you a sense of cleanliness and accomplishment for saving your mother nature. Use lesser plastic and produce lesser waste to keep your immediate environment neat and clean.
2. Pack light stuff
It is an important aspect which helps in reducing the wastage and clutter around. Pack as much light stuff during your travel. Also, carry eco-friendly products like eco-friendly toiletries, clothes, electronic items, and reusable items like water bottles, cutlery, food containers etc.
3. Use efficient modes of transportation
To reduce the carbon emissions produced by your trip, use public modes of transport or electric vehicles. An interesting fact that would take you by surprise is that approximately 8% of the world’s carbon emissions are caused by travel and tourism. As such, the travel industry is a significant contributor to climate change, which is one of the gravest threats to the future of tourism, people, and the world.
Air travel, driving, and other forms of transportation make up the largest part of tourism’s carbon footprint. Hence, the world and nature require lesser carbon emissions to reduce global warming and allow the environment to heal itself. Hence, allow yourself to think and act eco-friendly to cope with the sustainable requirements of nature.
4. Conserve water and energy
Beyond transportation, tourism also relies on energy for heating, lighting, and electricity. This along with intensive water use by tourists can put a great strain on local water supplies and energy infrastructure. Tourists often consume significantly more water and energy than local residents and many destinations struggle to keep up with the demand. As global temperatures rise and the population grows, it will exacerbate this problem even further.
Use lesser water & energy and also switch off air conditioners and lights when leaving the rooms. Do not waste water and use it optimistically.
5. Avoid single-use plastics
Every year, 8 million metric tons of plastic ends up in our oceans. This is equivalent to one garbage truck full of plastic being dumped into the ocean every single minute of every single day. In recent years, a growing number of consumers, companies, and governments started rejecting single-use plastic which has created a positive impact on society but on a very minor level. We need more of it!
Switch to jute or cloth bags to manage your shopping and store items. It will harm the environment less.
6. Spend more within the local economy
While sustainable travelling often refers to environmental impact, it is important to consider the human aspect of the environment i.e. spending more on local items or within the local economy which helps in raising the local community.
You can eat local food, buy more handicrafts and travel with local transport providers rather than Uber or ola.
Sometimes we may not realise the impact of our little efforts and actions which can affect the environment in unimaginable ways. A little contribution to the society and environment is what the world needs the most right now. So travel safely and sustainably.