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New year, green you

10 January, 2025

Come January, gyms fill up, fridges get stocked with greens, and we all promise to become our best selves. But what if this year, your resolutions benefit both you and the world around you? Well, here are our three recommendations to make this happen.    

First is to eat consciously. Food waste isn’t just a climate issue – it’s also a social one, with the potential to help food insecurity as well as cut emissions. Services like Oddbox deliver “rescued” produce from farms straight to your door, while apps like Olio make it easy to share surplus food with neighbours. For larger-scale donations, organisations like Fareshare work to redistribute excess food from businesses to those in need. To make the most of the food you already have, try SuperCook to turn leftovers into recipes and the Appleblu refill kit to keep fresh produce fresher longer.  

Second is to take your fitness goals outdoors. Outdoor gyms are a low-impact, energy-efficient alternative to traditional indoor ones, and nature walks are a great way to refresh your mind while burning calories. Explore scenic trails around London or venture further afield to one of the UK’s stunning national paths for a weekend escape.  

Third, adopt a sustainability mindset for your travel plans this year. With holiday dreams on the horizon, consider greener options like taking the train instead of flying, which can reduce emissions by up to 90% on some routes. If your employer offers ClimatePerks, take advantage of exclusive discounts and trip-planning tools to make low-carbon travel easy. If they don’t yet, encourage them to sign up! 

There has never been a better time to start living more sustainably. Begin small, stay consistent, and make 2025 the year of mindful living.

By Sirisha Venkatesh