Do you love a sustainable lifestyle and consciously organise your everyday life? Nevertheless, do you sometimes wonder what things you could do better to support the environment and society? Here is your ultimate checklist from energy consumption to consumer behaviour. Of course, nobody must fulfil all the points. It's more about inspiration and “aha moments”. Because sustainable change often starts with the little things. Check yourself out and stay committed!

 

Your Sustainable Checklist

 

Energy Consumption:

 

·      Do you use renewable energies such as solar or wind power?

·      Do you have energy-efficient appliances in your household?

·      Do you switch off electronic devices completely when you are not using them?

 

Consumer Behaviour:

 

·      Do you buy products with environmentally friendly packaging or without any packaging?

·      Do you support local businesses and producers?

·      Do you avoid single-use plastic and prefer reusable alternatives instead?

·      Do you sometimes buy your clothes second-hand and avoid fast fashion?

 

Nutrition:

 

·      Do you buy seasonal and regional food?

·      Are you reducing your meat consumption and focussing on a plant-based diet?

·      Do you pay attention to organic quality and fair trade products?

 

Mobility:

 

·      Do you use public transport, cycle or walk?

·      Do you use Car-Sharing instead of your own car?

·      Do you pay attention to your CO2 footprint when travelling?

 

Waste Management:

 

·      Do you separate your waste correctly and recycle as much as possible?

·      Do you reduce waste through upcycling and reuse?

·      Do you composte organic waste?

 

Water Consumption:

 

·      Do you save water by taking shorter showers and fixing dripping taps?

·      Do you use water-saving appliances and technologies?

·      Do you collect rainwater for watering the garden?

 

Social Sustainability:

 

·      Do you support fair labour conditions and buy products that have been manufactured under such conditions?

·      Are you involved in local community projects or voluntary work?

·      Do you make sure that the companies you support take on social responsibility?

 

Did you already know? We at Dole also act according to a “checklist” in our sustainability activities. Our Dole Way is based on clearly defined goals. Would you like to find out more about our sustainability goals? Then look HERE.

 

Go your own way when it comes to sustainability and always keep moving!

 

Your Dole Team