10 Easy Ways
10 Easy Ways to Help Save Energy, Save Money in the Process and Prevent Climate Change Click on the Images below
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Dr Jacob Z. Dalgaard was a lecturer at the University of Warwick until he retired. He originally wrote his posts for the United Nations Association Coventry Branch website.
Recycle, Reuse, Repair
There are many ways we can reduce our footprint on this planet. Recycling is one of them. We are currently recycling most of our household waste here in Warwickshire. Spending a few minutes every week, making sure that the waste … Continue reading →
LED Bulbs
Change to LEDs at Home and at Work – One of the easiest ways to save energy and a significant amount of money is to replace the bulbs in our home and at work with LED bulbs. LEDs seem expensive … Continue reading →
Walk or Bicycle
Once we have a car we tend to drive everywhere. However, the reality is that many of the trips we make easily can be done walking or bicycling. Not only does it save fuel and money, and prevents climate change, … Continue reading →
Avoid Food Waste
Food waste is a huge problem in our society. It has been estimated that a third of all food is wasted worldwide, and food waste account for approximately 3.3 billion tons emitted greenhouse gasses. The waste has an enormous impact on … Continue reading →
Eat Less Meat
Meat costs a lot of energy to produce. In addition and cattle produce the greenhouse gas methane. Generally, poultry and fish are less harmful to the environment. Also some meats are high in saturated fat, which can raise blood cholesterol levels … Continue reading →
Insulate Your Home
Insulate your home and optimize your energy use. Why live in a drafty, cold and unpleasant home, when you can also save money on heating by insulating: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-insulation
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Use Public transportation when possible. It saves energy: http://www.energysavingsecrets.co.uk/publictransportvsprivatetransportthedebate.html It makes us happier: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/health/news/11095120/Getting-the-bus-or-train-to-work-makes-us-happier-than-driving-study-finds.html It also saves money: http://www.sustrans.org.uk/what-you-can-do/use-your-car-less/why-use-public-transport
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Buy an Electric Car or Van * Purchase price is higher but running expense including repairs much lower: http://www.thechargingpoint.com/knowledge-hub/hot-topics/Electric-car-costs.html * NO or Lower TAX !!! https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-exempt-from-vehicle-tax * Save Money on Fuel – Only A Few £ to Charge !!! http://www.thechargingpoint.com/beginners-guide.html … Continue reading →
Save Water
Save Water at Home and in the Garden GET A WATER METER – IT IS FREE!!!: https://www.stwater.co.uk/help-and-contact/faqs/how-can-i-get-a-water-meter/ How to save water: https://www.stwater.co.uk/my-supply/save-water/ Freebies for water saving: https://www.savewatersavemoney.co.uk/severntrent/free-water-saving-products
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