Then why not donate to Size of Wales’ climate change fighting forest projects?
Here’s why
We all know that planes are not good for the planet – they are powered by the burning of fossil fuels that release harmful amounts of greenhouse gases into the Earth’s atmosphere which is a major contributor to climate change. Currently, we are producing unsustainable amounts of emissions which is exacerbated by the continued high level of deforestation. To halt climate change we need to think more responsibly about the amount of carbon we produce.
As part of the nation’s response to tackling climate change, Size of Wales recognises that trees and tropical forests are a vital resource in the fight against climate change as they absorb high levels of carbon dioxide.
Here’s how your donation makes a positive impact
Each of our projects protect tropical forests and, along with our replanting programme, we are proud to say we are protecting an area of tropical forest twice the size of Wales (that’s more than 4 million rugby pitches!).
Our projects go one step further as we provide poverty reducing measures for the communities living in and around these forests. For example, working with our partners, we are able to provide energy efficient cooking stoves and education for the communities on the benefits of using cleaner fuel sources, we build capacity for the production of sustainable food sources, we empower communities by providing continued support towards sustainable livelihoods. Furthermore, we help the indigenous communities we work with to gain legal recognition for the rights to their land, stopping illegal logging and mining. It’s a win/win!
The Global Call for Climate Action is always conscious of our personal and organisational emissions, we work from home and work remotely. There are times, however, when we do have to fly and when that’s unavoidable we donate to Size of Wales to offset some of those emissions. Size of Wales projects not only address climate change through reforestation but they also work with local communities and organisations, which has far greater impact and chance of success.
We are also pleased to have helped mitigate emissions for Freerotation festival and Office of Future Generations Commissioner.
There are a number of online calculators you can use to work out the emissions from your flights and the carbon cost equivalent, including from Climate Care, myclimate, International Civil Aviation Organisation, and many more.
Learn more about the projects your donation will support here. Donate and then enjoy your holiday knowing that you’re doing your bit in the fight against climate change.
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