Act on Co2

I calculated my carbon footprint and I was surprised. Am I really above average for my co2 emissions? After reading careful advice and switching my habits my footprint shrunk and over time I have become increasingly green. We are being told more frequently that we should reduce our carbon emissions and our carbon footprints but in real terms what does this mean? There are a number of simple everyday things which you can do to combat your emissions and start living a greener life. Here are 5 top energy saving tips:-Switch to A and A+ rated appliances
Appliances work hard in the home, every day we put cookers, dishwashers and hobs to the test. Refrigerators are one of the hardest working appliances in the home – they work 24/7 to ensure your food is fresh and safe for your family to eat. A rated appliances can save you money off your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint so be sure to consider a more friendly appliance next time you are making a new purchase for your kitchen.

Cut food waste
In Britain we waste 1/3 of all food, why not put leftovers in the freezer or simply buy less? If we all stopped being so careless we could save money and reduce the amount of waste we throw away.

Reduce car journeys
25% of car journeys are less than two miles long – why not walk or cycle. You will get the benefits of exercise and can help to save 280kg of co2 a year.

No more standby
When you walk into your front room are lots of little red lights staring back at you? Why not switch your appliances from ‘standby’ to ‘off’ when not in use. In the UK from our electrical equipment being left on standby we waste 3.1² million tonnes of Co2 – just flick the switch off there is no excuse!

Recycle
Bottles, cans, paper, plastic if you have finished using it then recycle it. Local Councils have given various coloured bins to their residents to make it easier than ever to recycle waste. So take your time to put things in the right bins and do your bit for the environment.

For those of us who aren’t as green as we could be – start off small and then really get into the swing of living a greener life.