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Greening the Greys


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Tuesday 6th of March 2007
Posted in Transport & Energy News
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Does this sound like you?  " The over 50s have the highest carbon footprint, yet are most concerned over climate change and are calling for stronger leadership from the Government to combat global warming".

These findings come in a report called "Greening the Greys", the first analysis of the carbon footprint of the over 50s and their attitudes to climate change, according to new research published by the Stockholm Environment Institute at the University of York.   The report reveals that baby boomers, aged 50-64, in particular, have the highest carbon footprint of 13.52 tonnes per capita/year, 10-20% higher than any other age group.

If you want to find out more and see how to change your 'wasteful' carbon habits, download the report from http://www.climatetalk.org.uk/downloads .