Gritty Stuff

Actions which are a bit tougher & may cost you some money, but then could save you money long term too.

Below are some changes you can make in your household to help protect the environment.  
Get everyone in your household to decide which change they want to make each week.
​Put a list of the changes you have decided to make on the fridge to remind you!

​Choosing clothing based on environmental and social impacts
Clothing manufacture has a huge impact on the environment globally and often it also has a huge impact on local people where it is made.  This link gives you some thoughts about different types of fabric to enable you to begin to make the complex choices.

Home Energy Audit
This makes total sense if you want to reduce your impact on the environment.  It allows you to understand how your building works and where the 'leaks' are.  It will also save you money.  You can find out more by reading the information here

Commit to stop or halve your flying
Reducing flying may not be easy but the recent pandemic has shown that we were travelling far more often and further than was necessary.  Using technology to attend meetings and also to speak to family can be an excellent way of 'travelling'.  Make a whole house commitment - it should save you a bundle of money too. 

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