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And what can I do?

Climate change is a reality, but with a few small steps and some not so small, as well as a change of habits and collective action, we can make sure its effects have less impact on our lives.

Here is a list of everyday steps that everyone in Barcelona can take to help combat the effects of climate change.

  1. Make sure that any vulnerable neighbours you have are okay on the hottest days. Info: ‘Radars’ project.
  2. Give yourself an energy check-up (improve power and comfort levels in your home, check your bills, visit your local energy advice point, etc.) Info: PAES.
  3. Generate power at home (Get information, apply for grants, install renewable energy sources or reflectors on your roof, etc.) Info: Guide to self-consumption.
  1. Renovate and insulate your home. Info: Renovation grants.
  2. Choose a green electricity company. Info: Barcelona Energia.
  3. Transform your roof terrace into a green roof. Info: Living roof terraces and green roofs.
  1. Put plants in your garden and on your balcony and attract wildlife with bird's nests and those of other animals. Info: Naturalising green spaces.
  2. Join the community allotments in your neighbourhood or create your own vegetable garden at home. Info: Agropolis.
  3. Save water whenever you can. Info: Measures to save water in the home.
  4. Use your private car less often in the city (share it, use public transport, walk or go by bike). Info: Mobility website.
  5. Get about on foot or by bike; what’s more you’ll be doing exercise. Info: Bici website.
  6. Practice responsible tourism. Make fewer journeys by plane and save on emissions. Info: Responsible tourism.
  7. Look after coastal areas and the city's beaches. Info: Barcelona Beaches.  
  1. Consume more responsibly. Info: OMIC (Municipal Consumer Information Office).
  2. Produce less waste (buy loose goods in bulk, use fabric bags or baskets, etc.) Info: Zero Waste Strategy.
  3. Repair, reuse and recycle, and if you are able to, make compost at home with organic materials. Info: Waste generation and prevention.
  4. Buy local, ecological products and eat less meat. Info: Food Sovereignty Promotion Strategy.
  1. Get involved in citizen events and climate cooperation activities, and always stay informed. Info: Citizen Commitment to Sustainability and the Climate.
  2. Take part in citizen projects to help combat climate change. Info: Citizen projects.
  3. Talk about the Climate Plan with your friends and family and get organised to promote it. Info: Barcelona Climate Website.
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