Carbon is such a natural part of so many human activities that many different areas of policy making and decisions are now having to consider it. Planning, energy and economic policies are all being re-examined in many countries to reduce carbon emissions. - Description added by: David Lockie

Energy efficient low carbon lighting solutions such as energy saving light bulbs and daylighting system are widely available and require significantly less energy than conventional technologies. Explore the low carbon lighting solutions on this page, and lower your lighting footprint without delay! - Description added by: David Lockie

Energy efficiency is widely regarded as the most important first step in making the transition to a low carbon economy. Whilst renewable energy and other measures are also vital components, energy efficiency ensures that valuable energy - whether it be heating, cooling, or electricity - is not wasted. There are numerous energy efficiency technologies, from insulation materials to a plethora of more efficient electrical devices, and more energy efficient vehicles. Explore these pages to find energy efficiency solutions that are right for you. - Description added by: David Lockie