Quiz on Carbon Footprint

What is one way to reduce your carbon footprint at home?

• Increasing the heating temperature

• Leaving lights on when not in use

• Installing a heat pump

• Switching to a gas heating system

What is the UK government offering for the installation of heat pumps?

• Grants of £5,000

• Grants of £10,000

• Grants of £7,500

• No financial assistance

What percentage of food produced globally is lost or wasted?

• 50-60%

• 25-30%

• 10-15%

• 5-10%

Which type of meat has a particularly high carbon footprint?

• Pork

• Fish

• Red meat

• Chicken

What is one of the most impactful actions to reduce transport emissions?

• Living car-free

• Driving more frequently

• Flying more often

• Using public transport only

What is a significant benefit of switching to an electric car?

• More frequent breakdowns

• No carbon emissions while driving

• Increased maintenance costs

• Higher fuel costs

What is the carbon footprint of a single pair of jeans?

• 20kg

• 10kg

• 40kg

• 30kg

What is one way to limit your impact when buying clothes?

• Buying the cheapest options

• Repairing minor faults

• Throwing away old clothes

• Buying more fast fashion

What is a common form of insulation that is cost-effective?

• Solar panels

• Double glazing

• Draught-proofing

• Underfloor heating

What is the main contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the food system?

• Transportation

• Packaged foods

• Meat and dairy industries

• Fruits and vegetables