{"id":2246,"date":"2014-03-31T09:00:55","date_gmt":"2014-03-31T09:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.anytrades.co.uk\/?p=2246"},"modified":"2014-03-31T09:00:55","modified_gmt":"2014-03-31T09:00:55","slug":"handy-guide-reduce-carbon-footprint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/guides\/eco-homes\/handy-guide-reduce-carbon-footprint\/","title":{"rendered":"Handy guide to reduce your carbon footprint"},"content":{"rendered":"

How environmentally aware are you? Have you even considered the amount of carbon dioxide you create in the home with everyday tasks? <\/p>\n

These CO2 emissions are polluting the atmosphere and helping to cause global warming problems.<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s not just because of the environment you\u2019ll want to reduce carbon. <\/p>\n

At the same time you\u2019ll be using less energy and therefore, reducing your expensive bills.
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What is your carbon footprint?<\/h2>\n

So you may have heard the term \u2018carbon footprint\u2019 used, but do you know what it means? Essentially, [tweetable]a carbon footprint calculates how much carbon is used in your home from daily activities[\/tweetable]. Everything as trivial as boiling a kettle will release carbon. <\/p>\n

Commuting to and from work is also responsible for a good deal of carbon being released into the atmosphere. Using a car adds to emissions whilst cycling or taking the bus or train would be a much better option. <\/p>\n

Can I work out my carbon footprint?<\/h2>\n

The Government\u2019s carbon calculator will help you work out how much CO2 emissions are created in your home. However, you\u2019ll need to know information on how much energy you use. <\/p>\n

This will include:<\/p>\n