10 travel mistakes that increase your carbon footprint

TRavel provides an exciting opportunity to explore different cultures, sample new cuisines and create long-lasting memories. However, with climate change concerns growing, it's important to be mindful of the impact of our holidays on the environment. Travelers are often unaware of the carbon footprint associated with their choices of accommodation, activities, transit and more. Along the way, a combination of big and small decisions can make a significant contribution to the total volume of greenhouse gas emissions. We asked travel and environmental experts to share some of the common mistakes travelers make that add to their carbon footprint. Read on to learn what they are (along with some tips to compensate for this behavior).

(Caroline Bologna)

10 Travel Mistakes That Increase Your Carbon Footprint (msn.com)