Everything we do makes a demand on nature: from the food we eat, to the clothes we buy, to the way we travel. Added together, the demands made by each and every one of us are far too much for our planet.
There are lots of simple changes that New Zealanders can make to help lower our ecological footprints. It all adds up. Small actions matter.
Here are a few everyday things you can do to make a difference:
For more actions you can take, visit the Ministry for the Environment and Gen Less websites.