What is ACER?
The ACER project is here to help the people of Audlem contribute to the UK's net-zero carbon emission ambition in any way they can.
December 2020 saw the publishing of the UK's sixth carbon budget recommendation by the Committee on Climate Change (CCC), the government's expert advisers on the pathway to its net-zero commitment. It's a weighty document and not a particularly easy read, but I thought a couple of points were
We are anticipating some £300 from the Government later in the month -- and the same quarterly for the next seven years! This time last year we decided to invest in changing our oil-fired heating system to use an Air-Source Heat Pump (see illustration). It is a Mitsubishi device rated at
At the 2019 Audlem Festival of Transport, ADAPT's Energy Group participated with a display of electric cars and was amazed and encouraged by the tremendous interest from soggy festival goers. Since we weren't able to speak to more festival visitors at the 2020 event (cancelled due to Cov)
We need to imagine a positive future for the climate or we can't create it.
To think that every piece of plastic you have ever consumed still exists.
Audlem Guides have a vision. A cleaner, greener, more sustainable future.
What you can do right now
Getting started is easy! Learn about your own 'carbon footprint' by using the WWF environmental footprint calculator.
It's so easy to use, needs no figures from bills and is finished in a few minutes.
This simple tool gives an insight into what can make a difference. Explore the tips on cutting emissions in areas such as food, home energy, travel and 'stuff'.
Start cutting your carbon footprint today!
Use the WWF Footprint Calculator or just search for 'wwf footprint'.
Why we must cut our carbon emissions
The United Nations warns of the catastrophic impact of global warming and the urgent need to act over the next decade.
The UK agrees and is committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Action by government and business is essential but experts say over half of the emission reductions needs the involvement of ordinary people like us.
Start cutting your carbon footprint today!
Future generations will be irreparably damaged if we fail to act now.
Help Audlem in the fight against climate change.
Make a better future for our children.