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How Everyday Tools Are Helping Communities Cut Carbon Emissions

Fighting climate change requires action at every level—from individual households to local governments. The Hybes project has assembled some of the most effective tools available to help individuals, building managers, and municipalities reduce their carbon footprints and create a more sustainable future. These tools are grouped into three levels: household, property groups (like housing co-ops), and municipalities. Each level has different needs, but when used together, they can create powerful results.

Date
23.06.2025

Households: Small Actions, Big Impact

Our daily choices at home—like how we heat our houses, travel, and use energy—have a significant impact on the climate. The good news is that there are free, easy-to-use tools to help people make greener choices.

Why It Matters:

  • Good for the planet: Helps reduce emissions from heating, electricity, and daily habits.
  • Easy to use: Made for people with all levels of tech experience.
  • Fair and equal: Encourages everyone—regardless of gender or background—to take part in climate action.
  • Supports policy: Data from these tools helps governments plan better.

Download Best Practice tools for households here (PDF).

 

Property Groups: Smarter Buildings, Lower Emissions

Groups that manage many buildings—like housing cooperatives or public institutions—can make a big difference by improving how energy is used across all their buildings.

 

Why It Matters:

  • Saves money and energy: Reduces unnecessary energy use.
  • Involves the community: Staff and residents can see and understand energy use.
  • Supports safety and equality: Improves lighting and accessibility in public spaces.
  • Long-term planning: Helps building owners meet climate goals and make smart investments.

Download Best Practice tools for property groups here (PDF).

 

Municipalities: Leading Local Climate Action

Local governments are well-positioned to lead climate action because they are close to the people and responsible for many essential services. With the right tools, they can set climate targets, track progress, and involve residents in the process.

 

Why It Matters:

  • Big picture planning: Helps governments make informed decisions.
  • Open to all: Makes climate information easy to understand and access.
  • Encourages fairness: Considers different needs and helps include all voices—young and old, men and women.
  • Stronger communities: Encourages teamwork between residents, businesses, and governments.

Download Best Practice Tools for the strategic level here (PDF).

 

Working Together for a Greener Future

These tools—whether used at home, in a building, or across a city—make it easier to take real steps toward a more climate-friendly way of living. They demonstrate that when we share knowledge and collaborate, we can accelerate the transition to a cleaner, fairer, and more sustainable world.

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