Our current way of living and consuming is unsustainable. We use more resources than the Earth can provide and often more than is good for us. This overconsumption leads to health and financial problems, climate change, loss of biodiversity, and pollution. It's time for a change.

Key Areas for Change

1. Food: Shifting to a more plant-based diet can reduce emissions and improve health.
2. Housing: Consider how much space we really need, use sustainable energy, and adopt eco-friendly technologies.
3. Travel: Support and use more sustainable transportation options.

Home economics can help guide these changes, making it easier for everyone to live sustainably and enjoy a good quality of life.

Remember: Tackling consumption isn't about sacrifice – it's about creating a better life for all of us and for future generations.

WHED 2025 Greetings from IFHE President Dr. Amanda McCloat (Video)

Read the IFHE Statement “Tackling Consumption for a Better World" here

Watch and use the IFHE Video “Tackling Overconsumption” to promote WHED 2025.

WHED 2025 “Tackling Overconsumption” - Introduction (ppt, pdf)

WHED Position Paper German Section of IFHE (German version)

Download WHED Posters ‘Tackling Overconsumption’ here