Take the One Planet Challenge
If everyone lived as we do in the UK we’d need three planets to support us.
That’s why we need One Planet Living. But the good news is reducing your environmental impact to a sustainable level is possible and can give you a better quality of life. The ten One Planet Living principles cover all aspects of your life from saving energy and reducing waste to your health and happiness. People all around the world are taking up the One Planet Living challenge.
Calculate your impact
Use our questionnaire to calculate your ecological footprint and carbon emissions. We’ve got two options; choose the quick and easy version (5 minutes) or the full calculator (15 minutes) which gives more accurate results and a detailed action plan.
Your Action Plan
After calculating your impact you’ll get a personalised Action Plan packed with practical things you can do to achieve One Planet Living. We’ve included links to useful information and products that will make it easier for you to shrink your footprint.
Get Started and Calculate Your Impact
Zero Carbon Save energy and reduce your carbon dioxide emissions from heating, cooling and powering your home.
Health & Happiness The things you do to live more sustainably - like walking, cycling, a healthy diet, being involved with your community - will make you, and the planet, healthier and happier.
Equity & Fair Trade Support your local economy and ensure that your purchases guarantee to pay producers fairly.
Culture & Heritage Get involved in your local community in a way that works for you; support local events, have a go at volunteering or find out about local history.
Natural Habitats & WildlifeConserve nature and attract wildlife to your garden with your planting and garden design. Use peat-free compost and FSC wood products to protect wildlife around the world.
Sustainable Water Save water through more efficient appliances, showers not baths, and collect rainwater by installing a water butt.
Local & Sustainable FoodChoose local, seasonal and organic food and if you’re really keen, grow your own fruit and veg.
Local & Sustainable MaterialsBuy less stuff! Choose products made of low impact materials and locally-manufactured products.
Sustainable Transport Walk, cycle, take the train or bus, and if a car journey is vital, try to car-share. Reduce your need to travel.
Zero Waste Reduce the amount of waste you create by recycling, re-using and repairing, and trying not to buy things you don’t need. This Calculator & Action Plan is based on the 10 One Planet Living principles. Your Action Plan will help you achieve One Planet Living.
