Study Claims Green Lifestyle Changes Are Difficult
A survey conducted this year in Great Britain claims that many people there think making green lifestyle changes are too much effort. Approximately 25% of people polled believe that it takes too much work to make environmentally friendly changes to their lifestyle and don’t believe their own lifestyle contributes to environmental problems.
This is claimed by the study’s authors even though the survey showed that 71% had recently increased their recycling efforts, and almost 75% use compact fluorescent bulbs in their home, (an increase from 31% 5 years ago). In addition, 39% say they are using their cars less. Over 1/2 of the respondents said they would like to cut their use of automobiles, but felt they had no alternatives for reducing their driving.
Sometimes I think these surveys are summarized to show things that make a good headline. In the above survey, I think the main message is something other than changes being too difficult. It is great that such high percentages of people are thinking about changes they can make. Small changes do make a difference when adopted by millions of people. Many of the changes encouraged by those of us thinking about these issues have personal benefits beyond a contribution to the common good and can save money or make your life simpler and less stressful.
Many people are leading greener lifestyles simply because they feel better doing it. Just thinking about changes you can make can lead to a more positive mental outlook. Add in some healthy diet changes, and what’s not to like?
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