Use of consumed resources (Freelander 1)

One of the aspects of environmental policy is the reduction of consumption of materials and electricity.

To produce electricity for heating, lighting and compressed air, energy resources are consumed and harmful substances are formed.

The fuel used for heating, fueling cars or running diesel generators is a non-renewable natural resource, the extraction and processing of which, in turn, requires a lot of energy.

Before reaching the consumer, water must be purified, pass through a system of pipelines, and then end up in the sewer. At each stage, energy is expended and harmful substances are formed.

Lubricating oils, spare parts, paints and varnishes - all of them have gone through the stage of industrial production, which means that energy was consumed and harmful substances were formed in the process of their production; after the end of their useful life, the problem of disposal will arise.

Checklist

Always follow the instructions below.

Electricity and heating:

• During the cold season, do not allow heat loss through loosely closed doors and windows;
• Turn off lights and equipment when not in use;
• Use energy-efficient heating systems;
• Turn off office equipment when not in use.

Fuels:

• Do not allow engines to run unnecessarily;
• Try to plan your trips wisely and drive in an economical mode.

Water:

• Do not leave water taps in the open position;
• Eliminate leaks promptly and avoid wasteful losses.

Compressed air:

• Do not leave compressed air line valves in the open position;
• Fix leaks promptly;
• Switch off compressor units when there is no need to supply compressed air.

Use of materials that pose an environmental hazard:

• Try to find a less environmentally hazardous substitute material.

Storage and handling of consumables:

• Equip a special room for storing liquids. The requirements for its equipment are listed above;
• Store supplies in a place protected from the environment. Be aware of the danger of freezing some products.