CARICOM challenges region to participate in ‘No Iron Day’
If you hate to iron clothes well it’s your time to shine as CARICOM has designated November 8 as ‘Rough Dry/No Iron Day’ as part of its ongoing activities for CARICOM Energy Month which is being observed in November.
CARICOM Energy Month, which has now replaced CARICOM Energy Week, is recognised in November each year and aims to raise public awareness about the energy issues confronting the Community.
The theme of the month of activities is ‘Invest in Sustainable Energy: Accelerate the Transition’.
CARICOM is challenging people to head to work or conduct their daily activities in unironed clothing. It stated: “ Small actions make a big impact. Let’s conserve energy together!”
While some people may wrinkle their noses at the thought of heading out in public with rumpled clothes, this is a day many people with wrinkle free clothing and a heated dislike for pressing mountains of clothes can boast of doing their part to conserve energy while enjoying their relaxed fit.
According to EnergyUseCalculator, an iron will use 800 to 2,000 watts, with an average iron using 1,100 watts when heated on high.
CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett, in a message in observance of CARICOM Energy Month, said this year’s theme ‘Invest in Sustainable Energy: Accelerate the Transition,’ is especially important as investing in sustainable energy is key to reducing the region’s dependence on fossil fuels, stabilising costs, and improving energy security while lowering carbon emissions and fighting climate change.
She noted that CARICOM Member States still rely heavily on imported petroleum, making them vulnerable to global energy price fluctuations.
“The wide range of electricity prices across the Region highlights the different energy challenges we face, and the pressing need for sustainable energy solutions.”
CARICOM Energy Month 2024 serves as a call to action for governments, businesses, communities and individuals to invest in clean, renewable energy solutions that will power economies and help to protect the planet.
