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Given the enormity of the problem ofclimate change and its consequences– heatwaves, flooding, more frequentstorms – people may find it hard tobelieve that they can do anything to help.But the fact is, man-made greenhousegases contribute significantly to climatechange, and action from individuals,government and businesses is vital if weare to put the brakes on it. If we all makesome simple changes, our collectiveeffort will help make a difference.This booklet is intended to help raiseawareness of climate change andencourage and inspire local action.It is also designed to act as acommunications tool, showing youhow to spread the message andgenerate discussion on what to do.You can use this booklet in conjunctionwith the accompanying website,
www.climatechallenge.gov.uk
,which contains further information,ideas and resources.
The weight of evidence for climate change, and thei link withigreenhouse gas emissions, most notablyi
carbon dioxide,iis in my view now unarguable. This isi
a globaliproblem requiring a global solution, but wei
can all help to makeia difference. If we reduce the amounti
of energy we use andimake our energy consumptioni
more efficient, we will reduceithe impact that we,i
as individuals, have on the environment.i
Sir David King, UK Government’s Chief Scientific Adviser
Contents02–03
What is climate change?
04–05
On the ground
06–07
Getting the point across
08–09
Your carbon footprint
10–11
Calculating your carbon footprint
12–13
Figuring out climate change
14–15
Communicating climate change
16–17
Do you know who you’re talking to?
18–19
Other climate change resources
20–21
Next steps
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