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LucyGransnet (GNHQ) Mon 03-Mar-14 12:25:34

Help combat climate change: Climate Week 2014

How can you do your bit to help create a sustainable future?

Climate Week 2014

Will you be taking part?

Posted on: Mon 03-Mar-14 12:25:34

(25 comments )

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Climate Week 2014 - will you be taking part?

From 3 to 9 March, Britain's biggest climate campaign will shine a spotlight on the many positive steps already being taken in workplaces and communities across Britain. The power of these real, practical examples – the small improvements and the big innovations – will then inspire millions more people.

From the Prime Minister to Paul McCartney, the NHS to the Met Office, Girlguiding UK to the National Association of Head Teachers, Climate Week has some high profile help - why not add yours?

You can help create a massive movement for change by making Climate Week happen where you are. Ask an organisation or group you know to run an event, be it a talk, workshop, training session, open day or exhibition.

There are plenty of other ways to get involved too - how about a meat-free Monday? The United Nations estimates that livestock production accounts for about 15% of the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change, so having just one or two meat-free meals during the week could help.

Set up a Climate Week Swap and trade what you don't use, for things you really want. You'll also be helping the environment, by giving stuff a new life rather than just throwing it away – saving precious resources.


Find yourself taking the grandchildren to school? Why not join the Big Pedal and cycle rather than drive?

Or maybe you've got a few impulse buys floating around that you're really never going to wear? DVDs that nobody watches? Books that grandchildren have grown out of? Set up a Climate Week Swap and trade what you don't use, for things you really want. You’ll also be helping the environment, by giving stuff a new life rather than just throwing it away – saving precious resources.

You can also sign up to the Climate Week Energy Switch to make sure that your energy comes from a green supplier and is made from renewable sources.

So, will you be taking part? Do you already cycle or car share? How green is your house? Let us know your tips for going green and reducing your carbon footprint.

For more information on taking part, visit Climate Week's website.

By Climate Week 2014

Twitter: @Climate_Week

durhamjen Wed 28-May-14 00:56:59

www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/may/27/if-we-cant-change-economic-system-our-number-is-up

This is scary.