RNLI goes green

06 November 2009

THE RNLI is taking new measures to become more environmentally friendly with the help of more than 200 energy monitors.

The machines have been donated by Current Cost and will be distributed to 235 lifeboat stations around the UK and Ireland.

By installing a monitor in a station, staff and volunteers will be able to identify where energy is being wasted, which will help free up vital funds.

The RNLI's environmental manager Jo Jones said: "The RNLI is working towards balancing its lifesaving work and its environmental responsibility.

"The added benefit is it can save money in the process, which is a huge incentive.

"Our aim is to change habits towards energy use across the charity.