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Traveling can be an exciting and enriching experience, but it also has a huge environmental impact. That doesn’t mean that we should avoid exploring the world, however. We can make sustainable decisions to preserve the places we visit for future generations.
To reduce your carbon footprint while traveling, plan ahead and consider eco-friendly alternatives such as taking public transportation or renting a hybrid car instead of relying on air travel or traditional gas guzzling vehicles. When you reach your destination, explore local markets and restaurants for locally sourced food rather than packaged convenience items. You will not only get a sense of the culture through its cuisine, but you’ll also be supporting local businesses and farmers in the process.
When choosing accommodations, look for hotels, hostels, and resorts that use energy-efficient appliances, have low water consumption policies in place, and offer green initiatives like solar power or organic cleaning products. If you’re camping or hiking, do your best to leave no trace by bringing only biodegradable items with you and refraining from littering.
Northern Ireland Fell Running Association | Nifra.org.uk