The 10% Challenge

The 10% Challenge is an initiative led by West Sussex County Council to encourage people to reduce their effect on the environment. It aims to show that everyone can easily reduce their environmental impact by 10% by carrying out some very simple changes to the way they live their lives.

How do I pledge?

Pledge to Take Action in 3 easy steps.

  1. Calculate your impact - how much CO2 and waste do you produce, and how much water do you use?
  2. Pledge to reduce your impact
  3. Work out how YOU can reduce your impact by 10% the ideas pages may help identify some simple actions you could take.

Calculating your impact

This "quick" calculator will give an estimate of your overall impact. For more detailed measurement, click on the pledge now button and use the calculators on each of the topic pages.

 

“ Quick Calculator ”

Currently the average household produces 10 tonnes of CO2, uses 150,000litres of water and 1.3 tonnes of waste ever year.

 
 

By reducing my mileage by miles per week I could save

Kg CO2

By fitting energy saving light bulbs I could save

Kg CO2

By recyling % of my waste I could save

Kg CO2

Fitting toilet hippos will save

litres of water

Taking showers instead of baths will save

litres of water

Turning the tap off when brushing teeth will save

litres of water

  
     

Getting Started

If you drive a car, about half of your total greenhouse gas emissions are likely come from driving. Driving less or using other forms of transportation, such as public transport, cycling or walking, will significantly reduce your fuel consumption and emissions. And it could save you money, and help you get fit too!

Home energy is another big source of your Greenhouse gas emissions. Making smart decisions about heating, cooling and appliances will add to your energy savings.

It’s not just about greenhouse gas emissions though. By reducing the amount of waste you create, and by being more aware of how you use water, we can also help achieve your 10% pledge.

Individuals, communities, and businesses will be encouraged to publicly pledge to reduce their environmental impact by 10%.

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