save energy and help save the environment

Almost all of the energy we use whether for heating, cooking or transport, contributes to the greenhouse effect. Energy sources such as coal, petroleum and natural gas produce CO2 (carbon dioxide) when burnt to provide us with useful energy.

By wasting energy in our daily activities, we contribute unnecessary quantities of CO2 to the atmosphere.

Here are some simple things you can do to help, with an indication as to the impact of these actions on reducing CO2 emissions:

• Turn off the heater at night before you go to bed (save 600kg CO2 per quarter)
• Use a microwave for most of your cooking needs (save 810kg CO2 per quarter)
• Use a clothes line rather than a dryer (save 260kg CO2 per quarter)
• Drive smoothly with the flow of traffic (save 140kg CO2 per quarter)

Any fossil fuel based energy you save will help reduce the greenhouse effect. For more information on alternative energy sources, check out our pages on natural gas, LPG and other forms of renewable energy.

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