Since declaring a Climate Emergency, we have been committed to supporting our residents, businesses, and visitors in reducing their carbon footprints. This section will provide you with the tools, resources, and guidance to help you take action and reduce your environmental impact. Whether you're looking to calculate your carbon footprint, explore energy-saving measures, or learn how to make more sustainable choices, you’ll find useful information here. By making small changes in your daily life, you can contribute to our collective goal of a low-carbon, sustainable future for East Devon.
You can also work out your carbon footprint using tools such as:
- WWF Footprint Calculator – This easy-to-use tool is tailored for UK households and asks questions about your home, travel, food, and lifestyle. It then calculates your personal carbon footprint and shows how it compares to national and global averages, helping you identify areas where you can make impactful changes.
- Carbon Footprint Calculator by CarbonFootprint.com – A comprehensive calculator that allows you to input detailed information about your home energy use, travel, and lifestyle. It provides a clear breakdown of your emissions and offers carbon offsetting options if you wish to take further action.
Your Home
This webpage provides tips, tools, and funding options to help you make your home more energy-efficient and climate-friendly.
Your Garden
This webpage offers tips for creating a wildlife-friendly garden that supports biodiversity and climate action.
Your Food
This webpage offers tips for reducing your carbon footprint through home gardening, composting, and sustainable food practices.
Your Travel
This webpage offers low-carbon travel tips for East Devon, including cycling, public transport, car sharing, and electric vehicles.
Your Community
This webpage shares ways to reduce your carbon footprint through community initiatives, funding, and local projects in East Devon.
Resources for Businesses
This webpage provides practical tools and support to help East Devon businesses reduce carbon emissions, cut costs, and lead on sustainability.
Resources for Visitors
This webpage offers tips and resources for exploring East Devon sustainably, from eco-friendly travel and accommodation to local food, recycling, and responsible enjoyment of nature.