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Think in years…

If you think you’ll live to be 120, you will take better care of the planet.

You will take better care of your friendships and your health, too.

Even if you don’t live to 120, what’s the harm? I care about being energy aware when I fly and conserving resources. Flying Atlanta to Seattle to San Diego was a waste of many resources, but that was the routing on Alaska Airlines. They have since changed it, but I flew this route several times.

Dr Travelbest’s Episode #103 was on Climate Change and travel, and now, at episode #250, it’s time to revisit this. World peace is the goal, and getting there sustainably will help us all.

What can solo travelers and all travelers do to help improve the planet?

Here are 9 ways to minimize your environmental impact

Be responsible for your actions and considerate of others.
Use reusable water containers and fill them up after you empty them. Avoid single-use plastics, such as straws and plastic bags.
Hydrate, but don’t use more plastic than you need to.
Carry less stuff.
Take only memories; leave only footprints. Plant trees or participate in reforestation efforts to combat deforestation and promote biodiversity.
Ride a bike instead of driving if you can, or walk.
Use public transportation when you can.
Drive a hybrid or, even better, an electric vehicle.
Re-use your towels in a hotel if they are not dirty. Support companies that prioritize sustainability and eco-friendly practices.

My biggest mistakes in climate change:

Mistake 1: I drove solo for 5000 miles in the summer of 2020 during Covid. That’s a lot of fuel for one person. This summer, I planned to drive solo around Iceland, but I canceled my rental car, partially to help conserve energy, and took public transportation and bus tours instead. Try to waste less gas when you can.

Mistake 2: Years ago, I wasted water while running the shower all night long to get the wrinkles out of a dress I had to wear the next day for a job interview. I thought the mist would remove the wrinkles, but it didn’t, and I wasted a lot of water. I should have had a steamer instead.

Airlines and climate change:

When you fly, try to bring the minimum of items to save on weight and overall energy. Consider carbon emissions from air travel and how they can be reduced or offset.

You may argue that bringing a reusable water bottle may not significantly impact the overall issue of climate change. You may be correct, but what if you’re not? What if you do that every day for 10 years? Does it make a difference?

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