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Reducing is the art of saving and efficiency. It looks at minimizing carbon usage through energy saving initiatives. Inside the home and at work, Government grants and advice encourage both domestic and business users to make better use of their energy consumption through using it more efficiently and less often.
Outside, road transport places the greatest carbon burden upon the climate (source Observer Magazine 6 Feb 05). Increased use of public transport and car sharing schemes can help reduce car usage. In addition, changes in buying patterns by consumers through an increased awareness of food/shopping miles can help to reduce road transport use. Changes in technology allow enlightened working practises to grow, enabling more working from home and so reducing road travel. Click here for a list of national car sharing schemes.
Reducing meat consumption or completely embracing vegetarianism or veganism is sustainably beneficial to the environment, because it takes less resources to raise crops than to rear animals.
Some useful links:-
Carbon Descent
An independent social enterprise and environmental trust which partners with local authorities, private business, charities and communities to foster a low carbon world.
Energy Saving Secrets
Articles and information to help you save energy, money and the environment.
Save a Tonne
10 simple ways that you can save money, save energy and SAVE A TONNE of CO2 emissions.
Save Water
This is a Government website with tips on how to save water in the home, garden and at work.
The Vegetarian Society
Educational charity promoting understanding and respect for vegetarian lifestyles.
Vegan Society
Educational charity promoting vegan lifestyles.
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