Issue 9, January 2010

Happy new year and welcome to the latest issue of greenCHAT, UK Energy Saving’s quarterly electronic newsletter. Each issue we focus on a headline topic relating to the areas covered on the UK Energy Saving website, and also feature a top tip and details of what’s new at UK Energy Saving. We hope that this will provide interesting reading and welcome any comments or suggestions you may have. Happy reading!

INSULATE YOUR HOME
If you are feeling the credit crunch pinch or would just like to save money and energy, installing loft and cavity wall insulation in your home can offer real savings. Grants are available of up to 100% of the costs so apply for a free no-obligation quote today.

Some interesting websites and blogs to take a look at...
Green England - Directory of green and ethical products and more
How Can I Recycle This? - Great recycling tips for unusual items

Visit these UK Energy Saving pages today...
Energy Switch Marketplace - Compare gas and electricity prices
Solar Power - Apply for a free no-obligation quote

How to get in touch...
Email us: customerservices@uk-energy-saving.com
Comment on our blog: uk-energy-saving.blogspot.com

greenCHAT

What’s new at UK Energy Saving? - All the latest pages and updates...

UK Energy Saving’s latest press releases and articles...

Green Book Reviews - New section within our green product reviews
UK Low Carbon Transition Plan - Information on the UK government’s plans to cut the country’s emissions
Double Glazing Prices - Advice on getting prices for this energy saving measure

Carbon Footprint Calculator Introduced - Oct ‘09 - Press Release
Why Buying Organic Food Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank - Oct ’09 - Article
UK Energy Saving Integrates with iPhone App, ‘The Green Brief’ - Nov ‘09 - Press Release
Prize Draw - Nov ‘09 - Press Release

RECYCLING
Do your bit to reduce rubbish going to landfill and the amount of energy required to make products from virgin materials by recycling as much household waste as possible. Check out our various recycling pages for more information.

GREEN TRAVEL
Travel, and car travel in particular, is a big part of our modern lives and is often a major contributor to our carbon footprints. Whilst some travel is undoubtedly unavoidable, there are ways we can reduce the environmental impact of this, often saving money and benefiting our health at the same time. Take a look at the points below for some tips and suggestions.

- A quarter of all car journeys are under 2 miles long - walking or cycling for short trips will keep you fit and reduce your carbon footprint

- Consider setting up a walking bus to your child’s school - the children will be healthier and traffic congestion, and the associated safety issues, outside the school gates will be reduced

- Think about how you drive - not driving too fast and making sure your car is well maintained will reduce fuel consumption and therefore emissions

- Consider using public transport or car sharing, whether it be to work or the shops. You may know someone doing the same journey or could use a car sharing network

- There are a wide range of alternative fuels you could consider for your vehicle which would reduce its environmental impact

- Consider whether flying is the only or the best option for longer or international journeys, as this will contribute greatly to your carbon footprint. Perhaps you could make the journey by other forms of public transport or consider holidaying closer to home. Check out our green tourism page

UK ENERGY SAVING PAGES
Sustainable Transport - Find out more about walking and cycling

OTHER INTERESTING WEBSITES
Energy Saving Trust - Check out the travel section for tips and
information
Sustrans - The UK’s leading sustainable transport charity