Earth-saving acts for eco-warriors : join the fight for a sustainable future.

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Earth-saving acts for eco-warriors : join the fight for a sustainable future.

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9781454942993

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126 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm

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Sustainable living.

Green movement.

Environmentalism.

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Become an eco-warrior with this empowering guide, packed with practical advice for living more sustainably and fighting climate change. Being an eco-warrior can mean many things: that you care about the environment, love the creatures who share Earth with us, or appreciate nature's gifts. Maybe you want future generations to enjoy our planet's beauty and resources. Whatever your interpretation, this guide will help you live a green lifestyle, make environmentally responsible choices, and encourage others to join in too. Short essays offer advice on how to practice and advocate for sustainable living, with simple tips for enacting small changes that can make a big difference. Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint or switch to a plant-based diet, engage your community by throwing a swap party to save unwanted items from ending up in a landfill, and maintain hope by developing strategies to soothe eco-anxiety. If you're looking to take action and spark change, Earth-Saving Acts for Eco-Warriors gives you the tools to make a difference.

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Become an eco-warrior with this empowering guide, packed with practical advice for living more sustainably and fighting climate change.

Being an eco-warrior can mean many things: that you care about the environment, love the creatures who share Earth with us, or appreciate nature's gifts. Maybe you want future generations to enjoy our planet's beauty and resources. Whatever your interpretation, this guide will help you live a green lifestyle, make environmentally responsible choices, and encourage others to join in too. Short essays offer advice on how to practice and advocate for sustainable living, with simple tips for enacting small changes that can make a big difference. Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint or switch to a plant-based diet, engage your community by throwing a swap party to save unwanted items from ending up in a landfill, and maintain hope by developing strategies to soothe eco-anxiety. If you're looking to take action and spark change, Earth-Saving Acts for Eco-Warriors gives you the tools to make a difference.

Welcome: Together we can make a difference	p. 5
What does it mean to be an eco-warrior?: Get the lowdown on environmental activism	p. 6
What is a carbon footprint?: Find out all about yours, and what you can do to reduce it	p. 10
Do you have eco-anxiety?: Ways to cope if you're feeling overwhelmed by the challenge of climate change	p. 16
Newsflash: it's our time: Why it's important to get involved in politics at all levels	p. 20
Pedal power: Cycling isn't just eco-friendly, it's good for you, too	p. 24
Fact or fiction?: Separating the eco-myths from the environmental truths	p. 28
The problem with fast fashion: How clothing trends could be harming the environment	p. 32
Block party: Discover ways to make a difference in your neighborhood	p. 36
You've got the power!: All about renewable energy-one of the hottest topics when it comes to keeping the planet cool	p. 42
To fly or not to fly?: Everything you need to know about Swedish anti-flying movement "flygskam"	p. 48
Tree of life: Nurture your own sapling and sow the seeds for the future	p. 54
Gently does it: You don't have to be loud to get your point across	p. 58
New generation: Is it time to make your mark on the world?	p. 62
Spinning out of control The microfibers that are adding to the pollution problem	p. 67
Saying no to a plastic sea: How two inspiring women are working to save the world's oceans	p. 72
Eat, drink, and repair: Repair Cafés are combating today's throwaway society	p. 78
Go retro: Why vintage clothing is experiencing a revival	p. 82
Sweet as can bee: Find out more about the planet's most important pollinators	p. 86
In the palm of your hands: The production of palm oil is having a devastating impact on rain forests. Here's how to help	p. 92
Going green: All you need to know about plant-based diets	p. 96
Become a nature guardian: Ways to show you care about your natural surroundings	p. 100
Wonder walk: Give this mindful exercise a go the next time you head outdoors	p. 104
Just add sunshine: Is it time to grow your own? All it takes is patience and a little tender loving care	p. 107
Forgotten ways: Why old-fashioned traditions have a lot to teach us	p. 110
Make it new, make it you: Give your once-loved-but-worn-out things a new lease of life with one of these upcycling projects	p. 114
#Staystrong: Your actions matter and the issues you support are important	p. 118
People power: It's time to join forces and bring about positive change	p. 122

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