After millions of years of human life on planet Earth, climate and environmental issues have become a serious and urgent problem. Several species have gone extinct, ecosystems have been devastated, rivers have been polluted, and a huge climate crisis is underway. All of these issues threaten the well-being of the Earth and are made worse by the actions of organizations that do not recognize the importance of biodiversity. At Sitawi, we believe that socio-environmental impacts should be a priority and should be considered individually and collectively to achieve even greater scope.
If you also believe that unity is strength and that this increases the conservation of the planet we call home, you should already know that small everyday actions can make a difference. When we combine our efforts, environmental transformation is driven forward. For this reason, we have listed some tips for practical actions that, when taken collectively, can change the game on climate and natural issues. Check them out:
To make at home:
- Give preference to products of sustainable origin
There are several companies that seek to produce in the most sustainable way possible, using recyclable materials and disposing of them correctly.
- Use metal and glass objects that can be reused
Glass and metal objects last longer than plastic ones. Therefore, fewer of them are discarded.
- Separate the trash
Selective collection favors recycling and ensures that garbage is disposed of correctly and less harmful to nature.
To do on the street:
- Don't throw trash on the floor
The accumulation of garbage on the streets clogs drains, causes flooding and pollutes the urban environment.
- Avoid using disposable plastics
Non-biodegradable plastics take an average of 100 years to decompose. Therefore, using the same plastic more than once prevents pollution.
To do at work:
- Start a carpool group or take public transportation
Cars are still the biggest cause of air pollution. Making the most of the space in each vehicle reduces the damage – as does traffic.
- Bring your own water bottle
Each glass of water takes up to 100 years to decompose, by taking your water bottle you avoid producing unnecessary waste.
- Prefer digital documents
A single sheet of paper requires 10 liters of water to be produced. By using digital resources to sign and forward documents, you avoid unnecessary expenses.
Together we are strong
Many people do not see the potential of individual actions for environmental conservation. After all, these are small habits. We need to remember that it is not the actions of each individual that will make a difference, but rather the coming together of all parties. By sharing the responsibility for change, we join forces and reduce the degradation of the planet.
The community encourages transformational purposes: if more than 200 million Brazilians consumed only the recommended daily amount of water – exchanging the average 200 liters for 110 – it would be possible to save almost 20 billion liters of water per day, according to data from the United Nations.
Beyond small actions
In addition to individual actions, it is also necessary to consider the largest consumers of natural resources: industry and agriculture. These sectors, together, are responsible for more than half of the water consumed throughout Brazil, in addition to having a large responsibility for the emission of polluting gases and pollution of rivers and water sources.
Considering that all forces are necessary – from the smallest to the most expressive – it is also necessary to think about sustainable alternatives for industrial and agricultural production. At Sitawi, we are pioneers in analyzing risks and opportunities and transforming them into financial instruments that promote nature conservation.
Want to know how? Read our Mapping of Financial Instruments for Conservation.
