Do you want to make a BIG Difference? We do!

We are working hard to reach our target of cutting carbon emissions by 20% by 2012, to become a sustainable borough and provide a high level of service to you. You too can play a part in this.

The BIG Difference campaign highlights actions that each of us can do on a daily basis that would make a BIG Difference to Lambeth, its sustainability and save money:

Switch it off - By switching off appliances instead of leaving them on standby, you can save energy and money. In an average UK household, this could save you £30 a year. 

Use it up - By planning your food shopping carefully and throwing away less, you can reduce waste and save money. In an average UK household, this could save you over £400 a year. 

Put it on - By putting on another layer instead of turning up the heating, you can save energy and money. Turning your thermostat just one degree lower could save you up to 10% on your heating bills. 

Walk it - By walking short distances instead of driving, you can reduce the amount of fuel you use and save money. If you walk just 5 miles a week instead of getting in a car, you could save over £160 a year.

Look out for our BIG Difference posters on your local bus, at your local bus stop and on your local high street. And read more about the BIG Difference campaign in the current issue of Lambeth Life.

Visit www.lambeth.gov.uk/BIGDifference  today and find out how you can do your part to help improve your Lambeth and save you money!

The website holds lots of useful information and tips on other ways to save energy and money. You can also use the website as a directory of groups or organisations you may be interested in joining or finding out more information from.