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Idling creates unnecessary emissions, so switch off your engine when stationary #KeepItClean for @CleanAirDayUK.
Barnet Council will mark Clean Air Day on 16 June, with an educational initiative at All Saints School in Whetstone, as it joins the London-wide anti-idling campaign raising awareness with pupils and parents.
Barnet recently declared a climate emergency and tomorrow, Councillors will attend a special assembly at All Saints Primary to promote the anti-idling campaign and Clean Air Day.
It is estimated that every year, air pollution causes up to 36,000 deaths in the UK. Poor air quality causes heart and lung diseases, is linked to low birth weight and children’s lung development and may even contribute to mental health issues.
Cllr Barry Rawlings, leader of Barnet Council, said: “We all know how important clean air is for our children, our local environment, and the communities we live in. We have declared a climate emergency in Barnet and are committed to establishing a Citizens Assembly on Climate Change to tackle poor air quality and put sustainability at the forefront of what we do.
“We will be working towards what will be a huge change but, there are already small changes people can make to reduce air pollution, and though it may seem small, making sure your car doesn’t idle can make a big difference.”
Some more simple actions that people can take to reduce air pollution include:
Give your car a day off – Walk, cycle or take public transport to work or school, or work from home if you can;
Don’t idle – If you drive, turn off your engine when your vehicle is stationary and it is safe to do so;
Discover the side streets – Use quieter streets when you’re on a bike or on foot to avoid polluted main roads;
Go electric – There are lots of ways you can travel electric. Hire an electric car, taxi or test drive an electric vehicle today;
Only burn dry, well-seasoned wood or smokeless fuel on your stove, open fire or barbecue; and
Create awareness by speaking to someone about air pollution and its impact on health.
Idling creates unnecessary emissions, so switch off your engine when stationary #KeepItClean for @CleanAirDayUK.
Barnet Council will mark Clean Air Day on 16 June, with an educational initiative at All Saints School in Whetstone, as it joins the London-wide anti-idling campaign raising awareness with pupils and parents.
Barnet recently declared a climate emergency and tomorrow, Councillors will attend a special assembly at All Saints Primary to promote the anti-idling campaign and Clean Air Day.
It is estimated that every year, air pollution causes up to 36,000 deaths in the UK. Poor air quality causes heart and lung diseases, is linked to low birth weight and children’s lung development and may even contribute to mental health issues.
Cllr Barry Rawlings, leader of Barnet Council, said: “We all know how important clean air is for our children, our local environment, and the communities we live in. We have declared a climate emergency in Barnet and are committed to establishing a Citizens Assembly on Climate Change to tackle poor air quality and put sustainability at the forefront of what we do.
“We will be working towards what will be a huge change but, there are already small changes people can make to reduce air pollution, and though it may seem small, making sure your car doesn’t idle can make a big difference.”
Some more simple actions that people can take to reduce air pollution include:
Give your car a day off – Walk, cycle or take public transport to work or school, or work from home if you can;
Don’t idle – If you drive, turn off your engine when your vehicle is stationary and it is safe to do so;
Discover the side streets – Use quieter streets when you’re on a bike or on foot to avoid polluted main roads;
Go electric – There are lots of ways you can travel electric. Hire an electric car, taxi or test drive an electric vehicle today;
Only burn dry, well-seasoned wood or smokeless fuel on your stove, open fire or barbecue; and
Create awareness by speaking to someone about air pollution and its impact on health.
