CO2 emissions in Salford
Salford's CO2 emissions are 1,444,000 tonnes per year
44% of Salford's CO2 emissions are from factories, offices and shops
36% of Salford's emissions are from households
20% of Salford's emissions are from cars, lorries, vans and buses
(Figures from Defra 2007).
How do Salford residents contribute to climate change?
We all contribute to the amount of CO2 that is released into the atmosphere. Simple things like making unnecessary car journeys, not switching off lights and leaving the TV on standby all have an impact on the environment. The amount of CO2 each person releases into the atmosphere is known their 'carbon footprint'.
On average, each person in Salford produces a total greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 6.7 tonnes of CO2 per year.
This page was last updated on 3 October 2009
