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Climate Change 9 www. fermanaghomagh .com 1ঞom om Ѵbl-|; _-m]; Climate change is widely recognised as the most important environmental challenge that we currently face. We know that our weather is changing with extreme weather events happening more frequently. As a Council we are committed to playing our part to mitigate against and adapt to the effects of climate change. We are currently reviewing responses to our Draft Climate &KDQJH DQG 6XVWDLQDEOH 'HYHORSPHQW 6WUDWHJ\ DQG LQWHQG WR SXEOLVK WKH ĆQDO GRFXPHQW LQ WKH FRPLQJ months. The strategy recognises that our local contribution is part of a complex global challenge and sets out practical steps we can take over the coming years to mitigate against and adapt to climate change impacts. $or ঞrv |o v-ˆbm] ;m;u]‹ -| _ol; Saving energy is good for the environment and your back pocket. Follow these simple tips to save energy in your home this winter. Save Energy Save Money 8VH HQHUJ\ HIĆFLHQW OLJKW bulbs – if every home in the UK installed three HQHUJ\ HIĆFLHQW OLJKW bulbs, it would save enough energy to power all the UK's street lights Never leave mobile phones on charge overnight Washing clothes at 30 degrees can be just as effective for a normally soiled load Do not block radiators with furniture Put lids on pots and turn down the heat when the water starts to boil - lids not only keep heat in a pot but also reduce condensation in the kitchen Never leave the hot water tap running Appliances on standby cost money - switch off the appliance itself or turn it off at the plug if possible