Write to your local councillor, MSP and MP about the climate emergency.

Buy local produce and consider reducing your animal product consumption.

Switch to reusable items and buy second hand. Avoid single-use items and fast fashion, and try not to buy more than you need. Repair, borrow and share. Avoid wasting food.

Consider switching to ethical banks and pension providers to ensure your money is not invested in planet damaging activities.

Help look after parks and community gardens, create your own green space or garden at home and plant trees.

Switch to a renewable energy provider, insulate your house, turn your heating down a degree or two, switch off appliances and lights when you are not using them and better yet buy the most efficient products in the first place.

Use more active forms of travel like walking and cycling as well as car sharing or using public transport.

Get involved or volunteer with local groups to tackle climate change.

6 key lifestyle shifts

Talk about the changes you make and inspire others!