Climate change
Everyone has a role to play in reducing Wales carbon footprint - Government, individuals, businesses and communities.
Simple ways you can help Wales reduce its carbon footprint
Over 40 per cent of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the UK come directly from what we do as individuals - for example, heating and using electricity in our homes - and driving vehicles.
There is a short film that shows how energy use in your home creates CO2 emissions, and how we can all reduce it. To view the film, visit our Short film about climate change page (on the right).
Latest News
29/06/09
Jane Davidson, Minister for the Environment, Sustainability and Housing has revealed plans to reduce free single-use plastic carrier bags in Wales.
25/06/09
Environment Minister Jane Davidson has revealed how the Welsh Assembly Government will cut Wales’s carbon emissions to tackle climate change.
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