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Why does my neighbour have a significantly lower footprint then me, even though we live in similar houses and have similar lifestyles?

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Why does my neighbour have a significantly lower footprint then me, even though we live in similar houses and have similar lifestyles?

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This could be due to a number of different factors – you will need to compare individual components of your footprint to identify the reasons for the differences. Individual behaviour in heating the home and avoiding waste of heat, hot water or electricity can have a significant impact when added up, as can your choice of appliances and gadgets such as large plasma TV sets and large American style fridges. Individual travel behaviour can also have a significant impact on your overall footprint; one long haul return flight can add a tonne to your carbon footprint.