EASY TIPS FOR A GREENER CHRISTMAS !

TREE ?

• Christmas trees plantations help absorb CO2 emissions and produce oxygene.
• You can replant Christmas trees with roots.
• Having a fresh tree inside your home is very good for your indoor airquality.

LIGHT ?

• Light Emitting Diodes are now common on the market. They are the most energy efficient light bulbs and save a considerable amount of electricity.
• Most supermarkets sell LEDS in different shapes and colours.
• LEDS also exist in standard lightbulb shapes such as downlighters. You can then replace your halogen downlighters with the LEDS version saving up to 94% on your electricity consumption !!!

GIFTS ?

• Go for locally produced gifts ! Be creative !
• Go for voulchers, cultural and sport events tickets…
• Send some e-cards instead of the traditional Xmas cards.

FOOD ?

• Choose preferably local and seasonal ingredients.
• Share your meals with a lot of friends, family…
• Use your oven, while roasting your meat, bake some potatoes, biscuits, deserts…

CLEAN ?

• December is the darkest month of the year.
• When the sun gets out, it’s important to maximise the free solar energy you can get through your windows.
• As dirt reduces the amount of heat able to go through the glass, clean your windows and enjoy a bright interior.

RECYCLE ?

• Recycle unwanted gifts by giving or selling them away.
• Wrap your gifts with recycled materials, be creative !
• Avoid to through away remains of food, plan your meals and share !