I’ve declared war on waste as part of my contribution to Britain’s target to cut carbon. I pressed the Environment Minister to involve trade union reps in helping to cut workplace waste: read/watch here.
Nearly a quarter of domestic CO2 emissions are as result of our water use. The first online Water Energy Calculator has been launched by the Energy Saving Trust, which will show the potential water and energy, bill and carbon savings, unique to each home, which can be made from just some simple water efficiency changes: Click here to access the Water Energy Calculator.
United Utilities told me that the start of 2010 has been the driest since our rainfall records began 74 years ago. This has left water supplies in our reservoirs well below their usual levels for this time of year.
They are encouraging customers to use water wisely, giving advice on the radio and in newspapers across the region.
The tips include:
- Only fill a kettle with as much water as you need
- Only use dishwashers and washing machines with a full load
- Take showers instead of baths
- Turn off the tap as you brush your teeth
