Sustainability Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What UK legislation are you aware of regarding sustainability?
A
Environmental act
Climate change act
2
Q
What is the environmental act?
A
Legislation which provides a framework for environment protection
3
Q
What is the climate change act?
A
Legislation which sets targets to reduce greenhouse gases
4
Q
What categories does the environmental act consider?
A
Air quality
Water
Bio-diversity
Waste reduction
5
Q
How can you reduce greenhouse gases!
A
Renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro, etc)
Sustainable technologies (solar energy through photovoltaics, geothermal energy via GSHP)
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