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We’ve partnered with Allianz to develop some tips to help Australians introduce more sustainable practices when it comes to gift-giving and travelling. If you enjoy giving gifts and love to travel, the following strategies may help you find ways to reduce your footprint and help you be more conscious of the decisions you make.
Online shopping has its advantages of being convenient and handy when you need something delivered quickly, however, the carbon emissions and waste associated can build overtime. Instead of shopping online, you could support a local business and buy gifts at a small business while also showing your support within the community.
Gifting an experience could be more meaningful to a loved one than a material gift. They can make memories instead. Whether that’s a shared activity you do between yourselves or booking a class to learn a new skill, experience-related gifts provide opportunities where you can make memories and spend quality time with your loved one.
A staycation is the perfect way to disconnect and recharge. By being a tourist in your own city, you could save on emissions by travelling locally instead.
Depending on your budget and preferences, you might want to consider staying in sustainable accommodation. By choosing an eco-friendly stay, you could reduce your carbon footprint as generally they would be reducing electricity and water usage. You’ll also be supporting the local community and provide employment opportunities.
Taking public transport would reduce road congestion and your carbon footprint. Make the most of public transport such as the bus, train or ferry to get to your destination as these modes of transport are cost-efficient and reliable. By reducing your reliance on driving and ride-sharing services, you could also decrease your travel expenses.
When eating out, be conscious about what food you decide to consume. Did you know that meat dishes have a carbon footprint between 10 and 50 times greater than equivalent meat-free dishes? Selecting some plant-based meals can make a small impact on your footprint when dining out.
This article has been prepared by Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 (“Allianz”). Information contained in this article is accurate as at 7 December 2023 and may be subject to change. In some cases, information has been provided to us by third parties and while that information is believed to be accurate and reliable, its accuracy is not guaranteed in any way. Any opinions expressed constitute our views at the time of issue and are subject to change. Neither Allianz, nor its employees or directors give any warranty of accuracy or accept responsibility for any loss or liability incurred by you in respect of any error, omission or misrepresentation in this article.
About the research
Pureprofile, on behalf of Allianz Australia, carried out the research from 6 October to 10 October 2023. The study encompassed a sample of more than 1,000 Australians, ensuring national representativeness, with a demographic profile aligned with the 2021 ABS Census data regarding age, gender, and geographic location.
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