At a time when the effect of global warming is all too real, not many of us are aware that every individual is contributing to this phenomenon one way or another, as we all leave our carbon footprint behind. The simple act of turning on a light, using your washing machine, getting something from the refrigerator, or driving down to the nearest organic market all have effects on the environment.

But because there’s arguably no palpable evidence of our impact on the environment, it can be pretty easy to ignore how we’re affecting the environment.

London-based design studio Layer has collaborated with environmentalist non-profit organization Carbon Trust to conceptualize the Worldbeing wristband, a wearable device dedicated to the monitoring of the wearer’s carbon footprint.

Aside from monitoring one’s carbon footprint, it also allows the wearer to create eco-friendly goals and get rewards from low-carbon businesses when they leave less of carbon footprint.

“The Worldbeing concept is pioneering an innovative technological approach to make reducing your personal carbon footprint both engaging and social. This app has the potential to increase understanding and stimulate action by intuitively communicating and linking our daily activities and decisions to their impacts on the climate,” said Aleyn Smith-Gillespie, associate director Carbon Trust.

Worldbeing is still a concept for now. No specifications of the device has been divulged.

As we wait for Worldbeing to become a reality, you can go here to calculate your carbon footprint and get tips on how you lessen it.

3 things you can do to lessen your carbon foot print

Walk

If you’re running an errand and the place you’re going to is near and you’re not bringing anything back that is too heavy or inconvenient to carry, it would do the environment good if you just walked or took your bike instead of using our car, be it a gasoline or electric vehicle. Plus, you can always benefit from getting some exercise.

Unplug

When you’re not using your electrical appliances, turn them off – better yet, unplug them. Appliances left plugged, even when turned off, still consumes a miniscule amount of electricity, which means you’re still leaving your carbon footprint behind. Uplugging unused devices will not only lower your electric bill but it could also be beneficial for the device itself.

Plant

A tree. Trees not only provide shade but consume carbon dioxide to produce oxygen, a vital gas for our very own existence. By planting trees, you are giving back to the environment as well as reducing your carbon footprint. The more trees we have, the more carbon that will be absorbed, and the cleaner and fresher the air we breathe will be.

Image source: Layer