Which choice would have the smallest impact on climate change when purchasing apples at the store?(1 point)

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buying apples that have no packaging
buying apples that have no packaging

buying apples that are locally grown
buying apples that are locally grown

buying apples from farms that plan to use organic practices
buying apples from farms that plan to use organic practices

buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store
buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store1

Answer 1

Buying apples that have no packaging would likely have the smallest impact on climate change compared to the other options. While it is beneficial to reduce waste, the transportation and agricultural practices associated with growing apples (local vs. non-local, organic vs. conventional, etc.) typically have a more significant impact on carbon emissions and climate change than packaging alone. Therefore, while reducing packaging is good, the other options may contribute more directly to climate change mitigation.