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If you fly for leisure (or work), taking the train instead is a very impactful option (graphics: Johanna Kaszap, GreenDependent ©)
2025-04-02
Looking for inspiration, practical tips or a bit of climate motivation? The EU 1.5° Lifestyles blog is full of accessible, engaging resources that bring sustainable living to life. From personal stories to practical advice, our blog aims to turn project findings and reflections from our team into short, easy reads for anyone curious about low-carbon lifestyles. Whether you're wondering how to stop flying, shrink your home or holiday more sustainably, we've got something for you.
What's new in the blog?
- "How do I not fly?" Comedian and green influencer Gergely Litkai tells us how he swapped planes for trains - and why.
- "Beyond crisis: crafting new narratives" Reflections from our stakeholder co-creation workshop on how to mainstream sustainable lifestyles even in times of political and social turbulence.
- "Living smaller" - Why less space can mean more sustainability and how small living could be part of the solution.
- "How circular are the nutrition options of the 1.5° lifestyle?" We explore how a 1.5° lifestyle fits with circular economy thinking, especially in how we grow, cook and waste less food.
- "Creating a Sustainable Lifestyle: Living in a Tiny House" Karola and Henri, a couple living in Estonia in a 24-square-meter tiny house and setting up a small community-supported agriculture project prove that 1.5°C-living has merits.
- "A Greener Christmas" Tips on how to keep the magic of the holidays without the high carbon footprint.
- "Integrating EU 1.5 Degree Lifestyles research into education" How our findings are finding their way into university classrooms - from sustainability analysis in Python to systems thinking for the next generation.
- "Living a 1.5 Degree Lifestyle: Emotional Resources for a Joyful Journey" Sustainability isn't just about data - it's about finding emotional resilience and joy along the way.
- "Car-Free Challenge" Our first lifestyle challenge asked: Can you do without your car for a month? Many said yes - and felt better for it!
- ... And many more!
Whether you're taking your first steps or already living a low-carbon lifestyle, our blog is your companion on your 1.5°C-aligned journey.
Check out many other blogs posts here: https://onepointfivelifestyles.eu/blog
Halliki Kreinin, RIFS