Ecological Footprinting Solutions

Did you know?

Electricity is one of the biggest producers of carbon emissions. Every time you make a coffee or urn on the TV, you are adding to global warming.

Turn off lights, TVs, DVD players, Hi Fis, computers, plugs, phone chargers, etc. when not needed. Leaving equipment on stand by uses up power
Check the central heating timer's settings in your home. There's no point in heating the house if no one's home
Fill the dishwasher and washing machine with a full load. This saves water, electricity and washing powder
Fill the kettle only with the amount of water you need
Do your weekly shopping in one trip. This also saves you fuel
Walk the 10 minutes to the bus stop rather than driving

Buy the energy saving light bulbs
Install thermostatic valves on your radiators
Insulate your hot water tank, loft walls and make sure you have double glazed windows

Buy less � Secondary contributions you may not have been aware off
Reduce your consumption of meat
Don't buy bottled water if the water in your area is safe to drink (especially if the bottled water has been shipped in from far away)
Buy local fruit and vegetables or try to grow your own
Don't buy over-packaged products
RECYCLE as much as possible