There are estimated to be around 4.1 billion mobile phones in circulation worldwide [1], and in 2009 there were 2.7 billion in regular use [2]. Using a mobile for under 2 minutes a day will account for 47kg of carbon … Continue reading
Author Archives: Maggie Simmons
The Launch of the WWF’s Paper Company Environmental Index
The WWF has recently launched the Paper Company Environmental Index which offers an opportunity to compare and learn about the environmental performance and ecological footprint of major paper producing companies in order to make more informed paper supply decisions. The … Continue reading
Insulating Your Home
One of the most effective and cost efficient methods of reducing your carbon dioxide emissions and energy bills is to insulate your house. There are many different methods, sizes and areas that you can insulate including: Cavity walls, solid walls, … Continue reading
How Start/Stop Technology Makes Your Car Better For the Environment
What is Start/Stop Technology? Start/Stop technology is a system created by Bosch which serves to shut down your car engine when you’re stopped in traffic or at a traffic light, but then restarts it when the clutch is depressed. The … Continue reading
Green Cleaning
Research has found that general household dust contains a rich mix of toxins from a variety of sources such as traffic pollution, lead and many chemicals from cleaning products. There are many different cleaning products available, however they often contain … Continue reading
Green Computing
It has been estimated by DEFRA that the number of domestic computers in the UK has now out-numbered households [1]. There are estimated to be 24.5 million domestic desktop computers in the UK and with home studies and computing equipment … Continue reading
Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lighting
With the imminent phase out of incandescent light bulbs completely by 2012, many home-owners and businesses are now on the look out for alternative options. A recent study entitled “ Energy Efficient Lighting for Commercial Markets” by Pike Research has … Continue reading
Energy Monitoring
In 2012, all UK households and businesses will receive electricity and gas smart meters as part of a programme initiated by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and Ofgem [1]. Smart meters are considered to be instrumental in … Continue reading
Eco-Friendly Dishwashers
Contrary to popular belief, dishwashers may not be such a wasteful commodity to own. Although using a dishwasher may leave you feeling extravagant and careless, research from the University of Bonn in Germany may put your mind at rest. Tests … Continue reading
How the Carbon Emissions Reduction Target works for you
In April 2008, the third phase of an energy supplier obligation (the Energy Efficiency Commitment) was implemented to make savings in the amount of CO2 emitted by domestic houses and small businesses. The Carbon Emissions Reduction Target (CERT) is set … Continue reading
