09/03/2024
Deacon Shirley's Lent Environmental Challenge : Use of Energy
The electricity, oil and gas our homes use mostly come from fossil fuel. There is not a realistic alternative for some of us, but we can be aware of the energy we use and adjust our lifestyle so we use less fossil fuels. Some energy companies do offer energy from renewable resources while some use partially renewable sources.
Actions
Choose two or three of these:
Keep your windows and doors closed
Only fill up the kettle with the amount of water that you require
Hang your clothes to dry instead of using the dryer
Turn your central heating down and wear warmer clothes and layers
Only heat the room you are using
Use eco light bulbs
Invest in rechargeable batteries
Don’t leave appliances stand-by
Turn off garden features and outside lights or install PIR detectors
Avoid cooking in a conventional oven improve your house insulation
Reduce the amount of hot water you use
Switch energy providers to ones that use renewable energy sources
Give up using your TV and computers
Go to bed at sunset and get up at dawn
Research and Campaigning
Lent Environmental Challenge. Use of Energy
Choose one of these:
Consider installing a solar PV (electric) or solar water system
Research the use of energy in the manufacture of goods you buy, and the amount of energy used in transporting them
Look into replacing existing appliances with energy efficient ones
Write to your local MP about streetlight pollution
Source: Eggs and Ashes Practical & Liturgical Resources for Lent and Holy Week, by Ruth Burgess and Chris Polhill, Glasgow, Wild Goose Publications, 2004 Icons by Freepik.com
