Description: We are in a time of climate crisis. People are concerned, and there is evidence that they are happy to take action to reduce their carbon emissions so long as it's easy and not too expensive. The great lack of reliable and practical information about how to do this effectively is therefore a significant problem - and one that is made worse by frequent greenwashing.
The aim of this book is to help readers prioritize their actions so they can focus their efforts on things that work for them (recognizing that we are in a cost-of-living crisis as well as a climate crisis) and that can make a real difference. The book includes more than 100 carbon-saving actions and money-saving tips as well as ideas for living a healthier lifestyle. Actions are categorized according to the amount of carbon they can save, and to help visualize the emissions generated by different activities a scale has been created based on the emissions generated by the manufacture of a typical pair of jeans. The book covers actions that individuals can take as well as ones that are actionable by organizations looking to reduce their Scope 3 emissions. The range of activities and areas addressed includes cleaning/washing, cooking, lighting, home heating, transport and travel, food, shopping, gardening, water usage and general lifestyle. If you want to know how much of a difference in terms of both cost and carbon emissions that loft insulation makes, say, or you're interested in the difference between tap and bottled water or in the pros and cons of an electric vehicle, this book has the answers.How to Reduce Your Carbon Emissions ... and save money on your bills is aimed at anyone who wants to make informed choices and to make a difference to their lives, their health, their finances and the planet.
Brief description: Tony Duckenfield worked for many years as a transport consultant with a particular expertise in helping people to resist their car dependence and use healthier and more environmentally responsible options instead. He is vice chair of the ITS Mobility Forum, reflecting a personal interest in fair and accessible transport for everyone.
Review Quotes: 'In wartime, we know everyone has to play their part if we are to win. This is the handbook we all need to win the battle against climate change. It gives us the tools we need to make the choices that make the difference. Simple and clear, there's a challenge on every page, but it puts the power to effect change in our hands.' -- Lord Deben, former chair of the UK government's Committee on Climate Change