How Utahns are changing their lifestyles due to climate change – or not.

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We asked Utahns whether they had made any changes to their lifestyle because of their views on climate change. Below is a sample of what you said.

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• “I drive a hybrid car to reduce oil usage. Industrial meat, dairy and egg production uses exponentially more fuel, water and land to produce, so I drive a hybrid car to reduce oil usage. has changed my eating habits to vegan. I buy a lot of things from the many second-hand stores in the valley. I recycle or reuse as much as possible, don’t buy bottled water, and save every drop I can. I have a Cool Keeper installed in my air conditioner and buy 1/3 of my electricity from renewable sources. I would do more if I could afford it.” — Cheryl, South Jordan

• “No. Nothing I do as an individual will change the climate.” — James, Salt Lake City

• “Yes! We installed solar panels and a battery storage system at our house. And we bought an EV. And we use public transportation as much as possible. Together we can solve our deadly footprint. Let’s cooperate!” — Robert, Provo

• “No. The most polluted cities are in Asia, as a recent study shows. Americans are working hard to stop climate change while developing countries still have such high levels of pollution.” There is nothing we can do.” — Lizzie, Ogden

• “Yes. I have solar panels on my roof. I drove a plug-in hybrid for 4 years and now I bought an EV. Grow a garden so I don’t have to send so many vegetables to me.” — Jim, South Jordan

• “Yes, there are some. Installed residential solar panels in 2017. Started composting food waste, increased recycling of trash, including glass, and reduced use of plastic to reduce landfill waste.” Be more conscientious and frugal about indoor and outdoor water usage to conserve water. Looking for an EV or hybrid to replace your current ICE vehicle.” — David, Salt Lake City

• “I believe we all have a responsibility to do our part for the planet. That’s something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately. For example, I’ve been commuting by bike for almost 20 years now. I try to be mindful of my consumption, including eating a vegetarian diet and buying local produce whenever possible. My wife and I have made the personal decision not to have children, and my shower time has I’m always looking for ways to reduce my impact, like making it shorter or using less water in my garden. I also take the bus several times a week. But I’m just one person, We know that individual action has its limits. Real change needs to happen on a larger scale, with policies in place to address climate change at national and global levels. That’s why we need to get involved and make a difference. I think it’s important to advocate for this.” — Salt Lake City, Thailand

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