| Today, it has become very essential to adopt energy | | | | Use more and more renewable forms of energy to |
| efficient measures. Here are some ways which can | | | | generate electricity. |
| help you to reduce your carbon footprint. | | | | 5.Make your home energy-proof: You don't need to |
| 1.Use green electricity: If you switch to green electricity | | | | undergo drastic changes to upgrade your home. Just |
| it will really make a big difference. You can eliminate as | | | | see to it that you properly insulate the attic of your |
| much as 2 tons of carbon footprint a year if you | | | | home. Use more compact and incandescent |
| make this change. | | | | florescent light bulbs. |
| 2.Use Recycled Products: When buying business | | | | 6.Reduce the use of your car: You can heavily reduce |
| supplies and other stationery materials always look for | | | | your carbon footprint if you prefer walking, cycling or |
| recycled products. It has now become possible to buy | | | | take mass transit. Furthermore, walking can also fetch |
| recycled pens, pencils, papers, toilet paper rolls and | | | | you some health benefits. |
| paper towels. | | | | 7.Buy energy efficient equipment: Always buy |
| 3.Avoid Bottled Water: Packaged water has a large | | | | products that have the Energy Saving Recommended |
| carbon footprint. The majority of plastic water bottles | | | | logo printed on them. These products include insulation, |
| are not recycled and make the footprint even bigger. | | | | glazing, light fittings and appliances. |
| Instead of bottled water, try using reusable water | | | | These were some of the techniques, and by following |
| bottles. | | | | these you can also contribute towards Ireland's efforts |
| 4.Use your office equipment properly: Turning off your | | | | in reducing the effects of global warming. Many people |
| office equipment when not in use can help you to | | | | have started implementing essential measures to |
| reduce energy and can also minimize your energy bills. | | | | lower their carbon footprint in Ireland. |
