Tuesday, April 22, 2025 is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day!!
This year’s theme is OUR POWER, OUR PLANET™ and explores and celebrates the opportunities and successes of renewable energy. Learn more at
https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2025/
Here are a few ways that we reduce our power use and use renewable energy:
1) First off, reducing any resource use is the best way to start when trying to be ecofriendly! We reduce our energy in numerous ways including only heating one room/workspace in winter, avoiding air con in summer and making use of shared workspaces when possible.
2) Use renewable energy - A lot of sustainable changes can be as easy as switching to an eco-friendly option. We use Ecotricity for our workspaces - they provide 100% renewable energy.
3) Use off peak power - by making use of off-peak times, you are helping reduce the pressure on the grid AND saving money! We charge our hybrid and electric cars overnight.
4) We use electric and hybrid vehicles - BUT this one isn't as simple as just swapping out a petrol for an electric car. We also use energy efficient driving techniques and avoid short trips.
5) Keep appliances and systems maintained - Well-maintained appliances and systems use less energy and last longer. Regularly servicing (and cleaning!) heat pumps, heaters, and other appliances ensures they operate efficiently.