+60 Commitments for a Sustainable & Active Lifestyle
This guide presents 60 habits that help you reduce your environmental footprint while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle, perfectly aligned with the Irela Aqua and Fitness philosophy.
Active & Low-Carbon Commuting (1-12)
- Walk or cycle for all errands within a 2km radius this month.
- Use the stairs instead of the lift/escalator for the next 30 days.
- Try one new public transport route instead of driving this week.
- Check car tire pressure monthly to optimize fuel efficiency.
- Organize a carpool with a coworker or friend once a week.
- Walk for 10 minutes before lunch to break up the workday.
- Bike to a social event instead of taking a car this month.
- Plan errands efficiently to combine trips and reduce total distance driven.
- Track weekly travel emissions (or distance) and aim to reduce it by 10%.
- Find a safe, local walking path and use it twice this week.
- Avoid doing cardio on gym machines; opt for walking, cycling, or outdoor exercise.
- Replace one short car trip per day with walking or cycling.
Resourceful Consumption & Waste (13-28)
- Consciously acclimatize to the outdoor temperature, avoiding excessive use of heating or AC.
- Avoid buying single-use plastic bottles, cans, or tins this month.
- Bring your own reusable food container when buying takeaway lunch twice this week.
- Stop using plastic produce bags when grocery shopping.
- Bring your own coffee cup every time you buy a hot drink.
- Repair one broken item (clothing, appliance) instead of replacing it this month.
- Buy loose vegetables (not pre-packaged) for all fresh produce purchases.
- Buy second-hand instead of new for your next three planned purchases.
- Refill one home cleaning product at a zero-waste store this month.
- Avoid fast fashion items for the next six months.
- Only use reusable bags for all shopping trips this year.
- Research and start composting food scraps this month.
- Switch from paper towels to reusable rags in the kitchen this week.
- Unplug appliances when not in use to eliminate "phantom power" loss.
- Cancel paper junk mail subscriptions to reduce waste.
- Use a reusable water bottle for daily hydration.
Water, Energy, & Home Efficiency (29-41)
- Recycle 100% of household glass, paper, and plastic waste this month.
- Share rarely used items (tools, equipment) with friends or family instead of buying new.
- Perform seasonal decluttering and re-homing of items to exchange, donate, and prevent excess consumption.
- Take showers 2 minutes shorter than usual daily.
- Install energy-saving LED bulbs in the most-used rooms this week.
- Wash all laundry in cold water for the next three months.
- Run the washing machine only when full.
- Dry clothes outside instead of using the dryer all week.
- Reduce reliance on heating or AC by one hour daily.
- Boil only the necessary amount of water each time.
- Check one toilet or tap for leaks and fix it immediately.
- Turn off the water while brushing your teeth.
- Use natural light instead of artificial light in main living spaces.
Sustainable Food Choices & Toxin Reduction (42-60)
- Reduce indoor temperature by 1°C this winter.
- Research electricity provider and consider renewable energy options this month.
- Eat one plant-based meal every day this week.
- Buy groceries from local farmers' markets once this month.
- Only buy ethically and sustainably sourced coffee and tea.
- Grow one vegetable or herb in a pot or garden this month.
- Avoid foods with palm oil as an ingredient this week.
- Reduce food waste by planning meals and saving leftovers.
- Try one new meat alternative (e.g., lentils, beans) this week.
- Bring reusable containers to the butcher or deli counter this month.
- Switch to a reusable feminine hygiene product next cycle.
- Buy natural fibre clothing (cotton, linen, hemp) for the next two garments.
- Research household cleaning product ingredients and replace one with a natural alternative.
- Use phosphate-free dishwashing detergent this month.
- Spend 15 minutes outdoors every morning to align with natural light.
- Switch to an all-natural bar soap instead of plastic-bottled shower gel.
- Check the source/origin of one product and prefer local options.
- Research the environmental impact of one household product.
- Avoid buying any food that is flown in; focus on seasonal/local products.
- Use vinegar or baking soda for the main kitchen cleaning task this week.
- Host or participate in one community clean-up or garden project this year.
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