How I Saved 40 Tonnes of CO₂ —
And How You Can Too 🌍
In today’s world, where climate change and environmental issues dominate the headlines, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. But here’s the truth: small, consistent choices add up to something powerful.
I know this from experience. Over the past 20 years, through my eco-conscious lifestyle, I’ve saved over 40 tonnes of CO₂ — the equivalent of:
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🚗 Driving 200,000 fewer miles
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🌳 Planting 2,000 trees
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💧 Saving millions of litres of water
And here’s the exciting part: you can do it too.
My Eco Journey 🌱
My story began after a life-changing accident that left me having to learn to walk and live again. During recovery, I developed a deep empathy for others — humans, animals, and the planet we share. I realised that every day was a chance to make kinder choices and live with purpose.
That experience shaped my path into sustainable living. Over time, the small steps I took built into something extraordinary: saving 40 tonnes of CO₂ while living a life that feels healthier, lighter, and more connected to nature.
Everyday Actions That Add Up
Here are some of the lifestyle choices that helped me get there:
🌿 Plant-Based Living
I’ve been eating plant-based for nearly 20 years. This saves 1.5 tonnes of CO₂ per year, plus 1 million litres of water — and 3,000 lives.
🚗 Driving Electric & Active Travel
Almost six years ago, I switched to an electric car. Combined with cycling and walking, this avoids hundreds of kilograms of CO₂ emissions every year.
♻️ Recycling & Composting
For over a decade, I’ve recycled and composted at home — cutting down on landfill waste and methane, one of the most harmful greenhouse gases.
👗 Second-Hand Shopping
Fast fashion is one of the planet’s biggest polluters. By shopping second-hand, donating clothes, and reusing what I have, I avoid unnecessary production and waste.
🚫 Plastic-Free Swaps
From refillable water bottles to bamboo toilet paper, soap bars, and reusable makeup pads, I’ve swapped thousands of single-use plastics for eco-friendly alternatives.
Green Bean Wellness:
Helping You Do the Same 🌍
I founded Green Bean Wellness to share these tips with others. My mission is simple: to show that anyone can reduce their footprint and live more sustainably, without overwhelm. 💚
💬 Through my blog and social media (@imannapitt), I share practical, relatable tips for eco-living, plant-based recipes, and sustainable parenting.
👩👧 My family joins in too — from nature walks and beach clean-ups to eco-friendly crafts with my daughter.
With my new Green Kids project, I’m creating eco-stories set on a real Jersey farm and easy-read eco guides for adults, helping families connect with nature and understand how everyday habits shape the world our children will inherit.
Get Your Green Bean Wellness Badge 🏅
Here’s where you come in. I want to help you calculate how much CO₂ you’ve already saved — or how much you could save by making a few simple changes.
🌍When you start making eco-swaps, you’ll also receive your very own Green Bean Wellness badge to celebrate your impact.
Because change feels even better when we share it.
Ready to Start?
🌿 Reach out to me directly. Let’s calculate your impact together and create a personalised plan for saving more CO₂.
Remember — you don’t have to do everything at once. Start small, start today, and watch your actions add up.
Because every choice matters. And together, we can create a greener, healthier world.