Artwork by local schoolchildren can be seen in a new climate change awareness calendar sponsored by Allianz.
Schools across the borough took part in a Council-run competition to design images for a 2010 Climate Change Calendar. Produced in partnership with Allianz, the calendar aims to raise awareness of energy efficiency and sustainable living at school and at home. Each month of the calendar represents a different environmental theme related to climate change. It will serve as a year round reminder for pupils and their families to continue to do their bit for the environment.
A total of 390 entries were received. There were some excellent entries which made the judging process difficult. The final entries for the calendar can be viewed below.
January: Only boil what you need
By Connor, Age 10, Wyke Primary School
Don't over-fill an electric kettle, just put in the amount of water you need. This will use less energy, it will come to the boil more quickly and cost less
February: Save Water
By Jarvis, Age 9, Wyke Primary School
Did you know brushing your teeth with the tap running wastes six litres per minute? You can also save water by fixing dripping taps and installing a save-a-flush in your toilet cistern.
March: Flooding
By Abi, Age 5, Onslow Infants School
Severe flooding may become more common due to climate change. To make sure you are prepared visit the environment agency (this page opens in a new window) for information and advice.
April: Grow your own
By Millie, Age 6, Shalford Infants School
Home grown food is rewarding, fun and often tastier. So why not give it a go: grow your own in window boxes, tubs or your back garden. It will help you reduce your food's carbon footprint!
May: Compost
By Zachary, Looly, James, Megan and Tasmin, Stoughton Infant School
Composting is a natural process that transforms your kitchen and garden waste into food for your garden. It's easy to make and use! For more information visit the recycle now website (this pages opens in a new window).
June: Sustainable Transport
By Tia, Age 7, Send Church of England First School
Why not walk or cycle for local, short journeys? This cuts down on CO2 emissions and keeps you fit too!
July: Garden with less water
Savannah, Age 9, Wyke Primary School
Use rainwater collected in a water butt to water your garden, this will save hundreds of litres of treated tap water a year.
August: Renewable energy
Maxime, Age 9, Sandfield Primary School
Renewable energy technologies, like hydro power, help reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. Make sure you choose a renewable energy technology that is suitable for your home, for more information visit our renewable energy pages.
September: Eat and shop locally
Dan, Age 10, Boxgrove Primary School
Buying and eating locally grown, seasonal produce saves on CO2 emissions and supports local businesses too.
October: Insulation
Madeleine, Age 7, Pewley Down Infant School
Around half of all heat loss in a typical house is through the walls and loft. Insulation is a good way to reduce the amount of energy you need to heat your home, and could save you money on your fuel bills.
November: Save electricity
Matilda, Age 9, The Raleigh School
Turning the lights off when you leave the room is one of the easiest ways to save money and CO2. Did you know that an energy saving light bulb uses up to 80% less electricity than a standard bulb and they come in all shapes and sizes?
December: Reduce, reuse, recycle
Sophia, Age 9, Pirbright Village Primary School
Save energy and resources by reducing your waste and avoiding excess packaging when buying products. Reuse containers and carrier bags where possible, and recycle your waste through your local kerbside collection.
The climate change team would like to thank all the schools that took part and Allianz for sponsoring the project.
Climate Change Team
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
GU2 4BB
Tel: 01483 444509
Email: climatechange@guildford.gov.uk