Travel
Fuel prices in the UK are among the highest in Europe. We all know how to drive more economically - but how often do we think of the cost when we drive?
| Use public transport: Newcastle has one of the lowest rates of car ownership in the country and because of this it has one of the best public transport networks. As well as taking the hassle out of traffic jams and limited parking, taking public transport can reduce your emissions by two thirds.For advice and travel times in your area, contact traveline | Thousands of pounds | 2 tonnes |
| Share car journeys with others: Sharing your journeys reduces the amount of heavy traffic (and the stress that goes with it), whilst collectively reducing your impact on the environment | Half the fuel | Half the CO2 |
| Ask your school: If they have any initiatives to reduce the school run, such as a walking bus scheme | Thousands of pounds | 2 tonnes |
| Check your tyre pressure once a month. 70% of cars and light trucks have at least one tyre that is over or under-inflated | £50 in fuel costs | 0.125 tonnes |
| Switching off the engine rather than idling for 10 minutes a day. Drive at times when there is less traffic likely to be on the roads | £100 in wasted fuel | 0.25 tonnes |
| Leaving the car at home and cycling or walking to work | Thousands of pounds | 3.5 tonnes |
| Make your car lighter: Unnecessary loads and roof racks make your car fuel inefficient. Take only what you need! | ||
| Drive at less busy times: Drive at times when there is less traffic likely to be on the roads: Idling (i.e waiting at traffic lights etc) for 10 minutes a day can produce about a quarter tonne of CO2 emissions each year. | £100 in wasted fuel | 0.25 tonnes |