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How are your choices relating to transport, energy use and waste disposal affecting the climate?
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'Play it Cool' is a fun activity which will help you find out more about reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the effects of climate change.

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Reduce paper waste by printing documents double-sided, using email instead of faxes/mail and re-using blank sides of paper for scrap or fax paper. Less paper usage means less trees have to be cut down to make paper - and trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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Climate change is happening now, but the actions every one of us takes can reduce its effects. We can all help protect our environment by making changes, big and small, in the way we lead our lives - particularly in the areas of transport, waste and energy use.

There are many things you can do to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the effects of climate change:

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Calculate your own greenhouse gas emissions

You can use one of the calculators below to estimate the greenhouse gases you emit at home, at work, at school or as a tourist. You may need to try more than one to find a calculator to suit your needs.

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