Climate change
Tackling climate change is one of the most important
things this generation will do - everyone in Peterborough has the
ability to make a difference. So what is climate change? Climate is
the term used to describe the average weather experienced over a
long period of time. Climate change is the significant
alteration of climatic conditions. There is large scale consensus
that human emissions of CO2, mostly through the burning
of fossil fuels, is leading to changes in our atmosphere and
consequently our climate.
By exploring the following pages and
you will find practical help and ideas, showing you how to make a
difference to your lifestyle. By becoming greener, whether you are
a resident, a school or a business will not only benefit the
environment but will also make financial sense.
Find out how much heat is being lost from your home, and how to cut back on your energy costs.
Learn how you can make an impact in your home by reducing your energy and water bills!
Information regarding the launch of the feed in tariffs for renewable energy.
Buildings are responsible for almost 50 per cent of the UKs energy consumption and emissions.
Everything your school can do to tackle climate change
From loft insulation to renewable energy this page will help you understand the current schemes and offers available to you.
Everyone in Peterborough has a part to play in reducing the impact of climate change. We acknowledge that we must put our own house in order whilst asking others to do the same.