How much pollution do I create?
This section provides information and advice about pollution created by an individual and how to measure it.
You might think as one of millions of motorists who take to the road every day that your contribution to polluting the atmosphere is insignificant.
Using a 'pollution calculator', you can find out exactly how much pollution is down to you as an individual.
Much of the pollution in the South East and London results from road traffic.
What can I do to reduce the pollution I create?
- Use the car less - use public transport, or walk or cycle whenever possible. It will help your fitness in addition to reducing pollution levels.
- If you have a car keep the engine properly tuned and serviced.
- Share lifts to work or while shopping use local park and ride schemes.
- Park considerately to avoid road congestion.
What can I do if I see a smoky vehicle on the road?
The Local Authority does not have any power to act, but the Department of Transport does.
Department of Transport has a telephone hotline for reporting such sightings, which is:
DoT Hotline: 0208 665 0885
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council
Town Hall
Castlefield Road
Reigate
RH2 0SH
01737 276000
customer.services@reigate-banstead.gov.uk
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