What You Can Do

We can all do our bit to improve the environment in which we live, and this in turn will help to improve our physical and mental quality of life.

Air pollution - Walking or cycling rather than using the car can help to reduce transport emissions. When buying a new car, choose one which is fuel efficient and has a three-way catalytic converter - this will reduce nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbon emissions by 90%.

Deal with Fuel Poverty

Insulate your home. Installing loft insulation 15cm deep could save 20% on your heating costs. Grants are also available to install a range of different renewable energy technologies in your home.

For more information on renewable energy or improving energy efficiency in your home contact the Energy Savings Trust (www.est.co.uk or phone 020 7222 0101) or your local Energy Efficiency Advice Centre (phone 0800 512012, this number will connect you to your nearest centre).