Name: How to feng shui your fridge — and other happy climate hacks
Uploaded: 2023-04-21T15:01:05Z
Duration: 12 min 10 s
Description: Is it possible for taking action on climate change to make you feel happy? Behavioral scientist Jiaying Zhao believes that's the only way we'll create lasting, sustainable change. From treat meals to feng shui fridges, she offers eight life hacks to lower your carbon emissions while increasing your joy and fulfillment.

Is it possible for taking action on climate change to make you feel happy? Behavioral scientist Jiaying Zhao believes that's the only way we'll create lasting, sustainable change. From treat meals to feng shui fridges, she offers eight life hacks to lower your carbon emissions while increasing your joy and fulfillment.

Positive emotions are key to lasting climate-friendly habits, yet most people associate climate action with deprivation and sacrifice. Small changes, like eating more plants or organizing the fridge for less food waste, can cut emissions by up to 80 percent while boosting well-being. Social behaviors—like carpooling or bundling trips with friends—turn eco-friendly choices into joyful routines. When climate action feels good, it spreads further and unlocks broader change.

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Jiaying Zhao: How to feng shui your fridge — and other happy climate hacks