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Birmingham launches new 100,000 tonnes target



Last Thursday saw the launch of Birmingham's new CO₂ cutting targets for the next few years, urging everyone of us to cut our CO₂ emissions by 100kg in 08/09.

The event was hosted by deputy leader of Birmingham City Council Cllr Paul Tilsley with a star appearance from record breaking yachtswoman Dame Ellen Macarthur who is currently working with businesses to find CO₂ saving solutions.

In addition to the speakers on the day the launch also provided people with some easy steps they can take to reduce their CO₂ emissions. Footprints lead from 3 different points up to the launch site. Each step provides effective actions which will help each one of us to cut our carbon footprint.

CHECK OUT OUR NEW YOU TUBE VIDEO WITH ELLEN MACARTHUR: http://www.youtube.com/bebirmingham

'Costa del Marches'
Have a look at this tongue in cheek approach to the possible effects of  climate change:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxx-nWr4kqg

And why not check out our very own Adrian Goldberg stirring things up in our Birmingham Cutting CO₂ film:
3min Brum film

Birmingham emits 19,000 tonnes of CO₂ every day. That's nearly 7 million tonnes a year - enough to fill around 3.8 million hot air balloons!

In June 2007, the city experienced the dramatic effects of climate change-related extreme weather. If we don't act now, this will become the norm.

Birmingham Cutting CO₂ gives you the chance to do your bit to prevent dangerous climate change AND save you money on your fuel bills. Our aim is to reduce Birmingham's emissions by 60%.

So, make your pledge to cut your personal carbon footprint today and together we can help protect our city for generations to come.

Watch this space: Business and faith pledges coming soon..

Birmingham Cutting CO₂ supporting CRed at the University of East Anglia.