In today’s culture the manufacturing and building sectors have a powerful influence on the choices we make and are responsible for a huge portion of the UK’s CO2 emissions. By low tech modifications we can reduce CO2 produced in homes by up to 9/10 without much CO2 produced making new materials. See sections marked 
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For decorating use environmentally friendly paints (e.g. www.auro.co.uk; www.ecopaints.co.uk; www.ieko.co.uk).
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Make sure that any wooden goods you buy are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.
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If undertaking building work, use recycled materials as far as possible. The recycled building products network is a good place to start, or simply ask your local supplier.















