A new campaign has been launched in Gloucestershire to encourage people to help combat climate change through simple, everyday actions.
The ‘Swaps in Seconds’ campaign has been set up by Gloucestershire County Council. Working with partners across the county, the initiative aims to highlight that small, sustainable swaps can lead to a reduction in our carbon footprints.
The campaign will showcase quick, manageable changes that everyone can implement in their daily lives. From swapping a new item to something second hand, turning electrical devices in your home off standby, trying oat or almond milk instead of cow’s milk in your morning tea or coffee, switching to black coffee or tea, or reducing sugar, the campaign shows that every little effort counts.
The county council is committed to tackling climate change and aims to create a net zero county by 2045, as well as reducing emissions by 80 per cent by 2030.
Thirty-seven per cent of Gloucestershire’s carbon emissions currently come from transport, so swapping a car journey for a walk or cycle ride can have a positive impact.
Gloucestershire-wide emissions have fallen by 38 per cent between 2005 and 2022, showing the progress that has been made so far.
The county council is asking residents to:
- Make a simple swap to help the environment
- Tell us what you have done
- Tell a friend to spread the word across the county
You can choose a swap of your own or pick one from other suggestions. Find out more about the campaign here: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/take-action
The campaign would love to hear about the swaps you’ve made to be more sustainable, so they can be shared with others. You can share your swaps here: https://forms.gloucestershire.gov.uk/ShareYourSwaps
Cllr David Gray, cabinet member for environment, economy and planning, said: “I’m pleased to support this campaign which aims to encourage people to make small, simple changes to their everyday lives to have a positive impact on climate change.
“It shows that every action, however small, can help to make a difference. Whether it’s using a second hand item instead of buying a new one, buying locally, or walking, cycling or using the bus or train for some journeys instead of taking the car, you can help us to meet our climate targets and create a greener Gloucestershire for everyone.”
You can find out more about Climate Leadership Gloucestershire here.