Individual actions can have a huge collective impact on carbon emissions. Here are three ideas to potentially cut the carbon footprint of your food shop.
1. Shop local
Consider buying some of your food from local producers. It's a good way to Buy Local and reduce the carbon footprint of your produce.
Many Horsham District businesses and shops are owned and run by local people, our neighbours and our friends. Let's support them by choosing to Buy Local, spend our money locally, support our high streets and support local people at a time when they most need it. Find out more about Buy Local in the Horsham District.
2. Grow your own
There's no better time to think about growing your own produce this year than now. Nothing beats the taste of fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs grown in your own garden - or the satisfaction and enjoyment you can get from doing it. Not sure what to grow or where to start? Check out the RHS simple guide to growing your own.
3. Buy seasonal
Buying food when it's in season in the UK is a great way to reduce food miles and could also save you money. Check out this guide to seasonal fruit and vegetables from the Vegetarian Society to see what is in season in the UK each month.