Hundreds of residents have already signed up to Islington’s “Climate Change Challenge”, with a pledge to adopt a greener lifestyle.

Together, they’re set to save up to 200 tonnes of carbon emissions over the coming year – that’s more than the weight of a Boeing 747.

And even more residents have the chance to take up the challenge this month.

Wendy Baverstock, from Manor Gardens, N7, is among those taking part. She said :-

Turning down the thermostat and changing a few light bulbs around the house is no hassle – and it makes a huge impact on our environment.

Cycling around Islington is actually faster than the car, and it’s great exercise too.

I’m glad to be starting the New Year on the right foot, and playing my part in tackling climate change – as well as saving money.

Cllr Lucy Watt, Islington Council’s Executive Member for Environment, said:

People in Islington have told us that they want us to do more to tackle climate change, and we’ve listened.

The council has signed a pledge to reduce our own carbon emissions, and we’ve encouraged other organisations across Islington to do the same.

Residents who join the challenge – which was launched two months ago – are offered easy ways to reduce their emissions and save money too, and many are promising to turn their thermostat down by one degree, make more journeys by bicycle or on foot, turn off appliances on standby, and wash clothes at 30 degrees.