Climate change - energy efficiency
About energy efficiency
All households, businesses and community organisations will need to be involved in reducing the amount of carbon caused by our energy consumption. This can be done by:
- Replacing gas, oil and fossil fuels with renewable electricity
- Improving insulation of buildings, particularly in cavity walls, lofts and floors and making sure all windows are double glazed
- Minimising the use of lights and appliances. Turn off when not being used and use the low energy options available. Purchase appliances with A+ or A energy ratings
- You can use an energy monitor to help reduce your usage. You will be able to see the impact of turning off each appliance or leaving it on too long
- Switching to 'green' energy tariffs
- Investing In 'green' energy sources for home or work purposes
What is green energy?
When we talk about “green energy”, we mean electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind, solar, hydro and wave power, which use naturally replenished resources and produce very low carbon emissions.
The government is investing heavily in offshore wind, which is expected to play a major role in supplying the UK’s electricity by 2030, alongside other clean energy sources such as solar, nuclear and energy storage.
Community energy projects can also help generate electricity locally, keeping more of the benefits within local communities.
Further information on community energy schemes (energysavingtrust.org.uk) is available from the Energy Saving Trust.
Resources for schools:
You might also be interested in:
Last updated: 26/01/2026 10:28
