What would you say to someone who believes their actions are too small to make a difference for the environment?

There is only 0.04-0.05% of carbon dioxide emissions going into the atmosphere. We should not be restricting and dictating the way people live in order to please those who have made climate change and global warming in to something serious.

The Tories are out for themselves, and always have been. Thames Water, like many other companies, have been gouging their customers who have no other options.

if everyone had the same opinion we would never get to be green! we should all do our part however big or small

It has to be government who dictates. People are too selfish for those who try to make a difference.

It feels so overwhelming when you're trying your hardest to help the environment and the government are imposing all these bans and restrictions when the vast majority of pollution comes from corporations who aren't being controlled in the same way.

Mass global corporations produce far more than everyday people. Corporations influence how environmentally friendly consumers are through what materials they use to make their products etc

A large amount of people who make a small effort is greater than a few who make a large effort. Buying decisions and eating habits can also impact others such as large corporations into making more sustainable decisions.

The reality is there are two parties that lead the direction of success, therefore the remaining three never sease to have an opportunity to action their objectives. I believe votes should be a consideration however all parties deserve a chance in bringing peace and order to the country.

That consumption drives production in the modern world, and if a large enough group consumes in a different way you can help stop shot like that from happening more

We make our own choices but those choices are dependent on the parameters through which we view things. As such, they are dependent on experience, education, upbringing so we cannot in reality expect people to act in the correct way, or the way that benefits the most. The government shoukd be full of people who can make these decisions on the behalf of the population but sadly seem to fit into the I'm all right Jack category many citizens do

If we all did something little every day, to better the environment - it would ALL add up to a BIG difference.

It starts with the people so the more people involved with environmentalism the better for the world

Cumulative impact of small individual actions might not equal the same impact as one action by a large organisation but requires a changing mindset in individuals to ensure small and large impact changes are made.

Take action for yourself and make conscious choices you believe will help the environment that feel reasonable and attainable for you.

Greener actions from individuals will collectively add up and drive a lower price as there will be greater demand. Taking solar panels as an example, more demand will lower the cost, so they are cheaper to install and then save you money in the long run

If everyone did a little, it adds up to a lot. If everyone had your mindset, that would become impossible.

Action can also scare businesses and governments who have to power to make massive change into acting.

Every step in the right direction, no matter how small, is a step forward. Together through the combined community of progressive positive actions, change can be made.

I agree - I think it is of course important for everyone to make changes in their habits to make them better for the environment, however too much blame is put on individuals for tiny decisions they make rather than the companies that should be more heavily restricted. Trying to better the environment is really important to me, but also telling people they are immoral for not doing 'enough' is unproductive when individuals aren't the problem.

Every bit matters, particularly when it comes to Climate Action, and also there is the domino effect of one person influencing others. In addition we need to act with integrity to our beliefs.

although individual actions impact the climate, the cot of living crisis and break down of public services makes this very challenging. Large systemic changes have a much greater effect and are the only viable route forward.

Don't let the fact you can't do a lot, stop you from doing a little. I find those who'd disagree with the statement are more often than not victims of the bystander effect. Many people in position's of power build their world view before they get there.

If no-one did anything because their contribution was too small, nothing would get done. Our collective contribution is worthwhile.

We all need to help the environment, a harmonious and reciprocal relationship with nature is key to a sustainable future. With our help nature can thrive, and with natures help we too can thrive.

It is the same thing as voting. Of course its only one vote, but one vote can make all the difference.

If every individual did something, no matter how small, at larger scales we can create something big.

The climate emergency is best answered by everyone improving things as best they can. Improving slightly is far better than doing nothing

for any actual change to occur there needs to be policies in place to stop the main producers of the environment crisis which is big business

As they say, pennies make pounds. Of course your efforts will seem more than minute, but as a collective movement our impact would be extreme.

Greta Thunberg, David Attenborough, all the help individual people are giving to those in Palestine, all single people who are making differences

IF everyone/large majority does 'something' it is no longer a 'small' thing and using your finances to utilise (or penalise) companies that do not add to the issue, will force bigger issues to become too expensive to ignore.

The actions of individuals are only worthwhile if the most culpable are also acting. Legislation must be brought against the biggest polluters.

if everyone thought that and did nothing, nothing would change. if people thought that but still did their bit and tried and inspired other people to try then things will without a doubt change. things already are changing we just need to get more people to get involved so that eco becomes a natural part of our lifestyle rather than a "special" thing.

The scale of environmental damage being done by industry massively outweighs the ability for the average person to make a difference. The system is constructed to exhaust and confuse individual action. Requirements have to be put in place across the board, at a legal level, to be effective.

The fact you've recognised that your action is relevant means that it has an impact and is thus not too small. If everyone thinks like that nothing gets done, whereas if everyone thinks with hope and starts small the response often grows and people tend towards even more movement.

This is completely wrong. First India and China only make up 34% of the worlds pollution. And both countries are already introducing measures to tackle climate change. If we all try to make a difference, and make net zero. It will prove that it is possible while making* it economically viable. Meaning more countries will be inspired

The damage caused by under regulated corporations demolishes any impact a single person could make in 100 lifetimes.

I think that there is a lot of change needed in the country and people should not fear change as we need to change in order for the country to prosper

Corporations and governments should introduce policies and systems to have the biggest impact, it's true that individuals can hardly make a difference on their own.

It isn't only individuals who make a difference its the big corporations and government legislation.

Divided, humanity will fail, united we will rise to the challenge. We need every hand on deck to fight climate change, no person can back out from it if they want a better, greener world.

There are 70+ million of us in the UK. If each of us does something to help, we can make a difference.

It should start at the top to promote this and begin a larger culture where people dont feel its one sided.