Sustainability tips
The calm, cool days and frosty nights of winter are perfect for getting cosy by the wood burner. But bear in mind that fires cause air pollution, so check out these handy tips to fire-up more sustainably.
What you can do:
- Wrap up your house. Subsidies for insulation are available through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority. See www.energywise.govt.nz
- Use dry wood in your wood burner. This will give more heat and cause less pollution.
- Never burn treated wood or household rubbish. These products can give off hazardous substances
- Fires should burn hot and fast, as a smouldering fire gives off more pollution
Greater Wellington monitors air quality around the region. We also work with school children through our Take Action for Air programme to educate them about how they can reduce air pollution.
Look for more sustainability tips on the website: www.bethedifference.gw.govt.nz