5. What can you as an individual do to reduce your consumption of the various natural resources?

Solution Some practices that can be followed by individuals in order to reduce their consumption of natural resources include: Use of fuel-efficient transport options such as carpooling, bicycles, and public transport. Judicious use of water and avoidance of its wastage. Use of recycled products such as recycled paper and bottles to reduce the demand for natural resources. Promoting the use of renewable resources by using solar water heaters instead of electric heaters.