Peak Oil...does it mean anything to you?

...well if it doesn't then think again...a new Gaurdian article raises fresh concerns that the Saudi oil reserves could be as much as 40% overstated...of course many will dismiss this as scare mongering, but whether its true or not, oil is in ever increasing demand and prices continue to fluctuate and rise, so why not be prepared!

So what is Peak Oil? 

Check out this video which explains all...a bit alarmist?  Make your own mind up...  


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT-ZpYgaHgc

So what can we do about it if it is true.  Well, becoming more self sufficient and using less fuel would help and it will save you money as well.  As oil prices soar, the price of all goods will go up and up, so the more we can protect ourselves against that through self sufficiency and being frugal, the more we will be able to lessen the impact.

Here are a few things you can do and organisations that can help:

1. Make sure your home is well insulated and your energy usage is minimised: http://www.cep.org.uk/info-for-you/info-for-households/insulation/

2. Once you've done that, consider generating your own energy:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SeOjxkGwic

3. Grow you own: http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=19803

4. Bike 2 Work - encourage your employer to sign up to the Cycle2Work scheme and get money off a bike for commuting (and private use)  http://www.bike2workscheme.co.uk/

5. Drive smart - less heavy on the pedal and you save fuel!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqWnFD2oB3s

And if it isn't true?  Well you've saved a fist full of cash by being a smarter consumer...