Climate action starts with humankindness.
Our net-zero pledge
How will we get to net-zero?
What progress looks like.
Want to get involved?
At home
Use less heating and cooling. Switch to LED light bulbs. Buy energy-efficient appliances. Wash your laundry with cold water, and hang to dry.
Out and about
Leave your car in the garage and make a healthier choice by walking or riding a bike. For longer distances, take a train, hop on a bus, or join a car pool.
On your plate
It takes lots of energy, land, and water to produce meat and dairy. So eat more veggies, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It’s good for you, and the planet.
In the air
Airliners produce huge amounts of carbon emissions. So when you need to travel, consider trains instead of planes. Or skip the trip and opt for virtual meetings.
The four Rs
Reduce (buy fewer things), reuse (shop secondhand), repair (give broken things a second life), and recycle everything you can.
Waste less
It takes a lot of energy to grow, package, and transport food—and uneaten food in landfills produces greenhouse gas. So eat what you buy, and compost leftovers.
Switch your source
If your home’s energy comes from oil, coal, or gas, look into the cost (and energy) savings potential of renewable sources like solar or wind.
Drive electric
Electric cars are cheaper and better than ever. The environmental impact of the electricity they use is far less than with a gas- or diesel-powered car.
Choose eco-friendly
You can help slow climate change just by choosing to buy products from companies that are committed to cutting their gas emissions and waste.
Speak up
Talk to family and friends about the health impact of climate change. Support businesses that do their part. Tell local and national leaders you want bold change.
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