Climate Change
Eco Tips for Everyone
Ten easy ways for everyone to reduce their effect on climate change:
- Sign up for accredited green electricity (ask Aurora about their green wind power)
- Take public transport wherever possible or buy a smaller car
- Reduce your electricity use by installing energy efficient light bulbs and turning off the lights and appliances at the wall when not in use
- Reduce hot water heating by taking shorter showers and installing water saving shower heads
- Replace old washing machines and fridges with the best energy and water efficient models available
- Replace old hot water systems with solar systems
- Install a rainwater tank preferably plumbed internally, and plant drought tolerant plants in the garden
- Buy locally grown produce wherever possible
- Join a local environment or landcare group or donate money to an organisation looking after your local area
- Educate your children and friends on the importance of taking personnel action right now.