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A thread about individual change vs system change 
Yes, we desperately need government to make the changes which will radically reduce our emissions. But we've been waiting for that for years. While we're still waiting, we can reduce our own emissions: https://flightfree.co.uk/post/isnt-it-up-to-the-government/
Yes, we desperately need government to make the changes which will radically reduce our emissions. But we've been waiting for that for years. While we're still waiting, we can reduce our own emissions: https://flightfree.co.uk/post/isnt-it-up-to-the-government/
And it's not just about reducing our own emissions, it is about changing the narrative. We explore this with @steviedubyu in our podcast: how and why are humans influenced by each other, and how can we influence social change with our choices? https://flightfree.co.uk/post/podcast-episode-7-behaviour-change/
We have a lot of power as consumers. Our buying habits can influence the industry: if we continue to fly, we are saying flights are OK, as well as giving airlines our hard-earned cash. Buying a rail ticket instead is an investment in a low-carbon future. https://flightfree.co.uk/post/individual-action-vs-system-change/
It's easy to think our individual actions don't make a difference, but we must not forget our ripple effect. Our influence goes wider than our own actions, changing the narrative amongst our peers, our friends, our colleagues and our families. https://flightfree.co.uk/post/can-i-really-make-a-difference/
It's never one or the other – it's always both. We need system change so it's easier for people to make low-carbon choices, but we can demand and inspire that with our individual actions. "Not flying isn't only about reducing emissions, it's about creating social change."
