Initiated by the Bideford Quakers

but open to contributions from anyone.

“….it’s a plot to scare us all.”

                   “…climate change is a myth.”

                                      “…..it’s just a natural cycle.”

                                                “....you can’t believe what the scientists say.”

There is no doubt that everyone has heard comments similar to those above whenever the question of climate change is mentioned.

If you are one of the people that agree with statements like these then consider the whole thing from a completely different angle. What about the simple fact that you can SAVE MONEY?

Here’s a few ideas to get you started :.

Ø      Just changing to low energy light bulbs can cut down your electricity bills.

Ø      Switch off the lights as soon as you don’t need them.

Ø      Take up walking instead of using the car for short journeys.

Ø      Use the bus and reduce petrol consumption

Ø      Arrange car-sharing among family and friends.

Ø      Use more clothing indoors instead of turning the heating up.

Ø      Switch off computers, microwaves etc. instead of leaving them on stand-by.

Ø      If you are on a water meter, keep a container handy when running the tap to get hot water and use the cold water to flush the loo, water the plants etc.

This is just a start.  There must be a whole lot more money-saving ideas out there!  The Buzz is ready and willing to publish them on the Green Page – so get them coming in!

In response to the article on our last Green Page, Chris Smith sent an email.  Here are some of the points he made :

Global warning is a reality, but it is unclear to what extent it is man-made.

Britain should make as many nuclear power plants as possible as they provide electricity at a price consumers can afford.

The government should make it compulsory for all products to carry a label giving their country of origin; we could then avoid buying from countries that are the highest polluters.

Holiday flights could be limited to one per person per year (but Chris thinks politicians wouldn’t support it).

AND WE’RE SHOWING A FILM!

The latest film on issues around Climate Change and what we can do to protect future generations is called ‘The Age of Stupid’.  Bideford Quakers have arranged a showing of the film on FRIDAY, 12TH MARCH  at BIDEFORD BAPTIST CHURCH in MILL STREET at 7.30 p.m.  Entry is free.  Donations will be invited to cover the cost of the film.  There will be refreshments at the end of the film and an opportunity for discussion.  Come and put your point of view!