#winterwarming

Keeping the heating off in winter is a false economy Not turning the heating on could cost you more in the long run.

Keeping the heating off in winter is a false economy. ❄️

It's that time of year again - temperatures are plummeting and weather warnings for snow and ice are in place across the country.

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#Winter #Heating #WinterWarming #MoneySaving

The effects of winter warming (a) and year-round warming (b) on different community and abundance group levels variables of plant communities (n = 3).

Community stability in relation to (a) stability of dominant species, (b) species asynchrony of dominant species and (c) species asynchrony.

【EDITOR'S CHOICE】
Species asynchrony maintains community stability under different warming conditions

#AsymmetricSeasonalWarming | #DominantsSpecies | #EcologicalLevel | #SpeciesAsynchrony | #TemporalStability | #WinterWarming

doi.org/10.1093/jpe/...

Impact of winter warming on CO2 fluxes in evergreen needleleaf forests Abstract. Compared to drought and heat waves, the impact of winter warming on forest CO2 fluxes has been less studied, despite its significant relevance in colder regions with higher soil carbon conte...

Our study on the impact of warm winters on the #CO2 fluxes of evergreen needleleaf forests is now published in #Biogeosciences:
bg.copernicus.org/articles/22/...

#WinterWarming #CarbonCycle
#forests
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Mayor Lozano praises Church of the Good Shepherd for community warming station efforts Mayor Lozano thanks Church of the Good Shepherd for providing vital warming station services.

Barre City's recent council meeting sparked urgent discussions on parking challenges and highlighted the heartwarming efforts of local organizations providing shelter this winter.

Learn more here

#BarreCityWashingtonCounty #VT #PublicSafety #BarreCityParking #CommunitySupport #WinterWarming

Yellow grid background with text bubbles: 'Winter Warming Tips 1. Stay warm at home: • Heat rooms you spend a lot of time in to at least 18°C • Lower or turn off radiators in unused rooms • Reduce draughts by fitting excluders around doors • Wear several layers of thin clothing rather than one thick layer'

Yellow grid background with text bubbles: 'Winter Warming Tips 2. Seek financial support: • Look for grants, benefits, and sources of advice to make your home more energy efficient • Home Energy Scotland is a great place to start'

Yellow grid background with text bubbles: 'Winter Warming Tips 3. Look after yourself and others: • Treat minor ailments like colds or sore throats properly • Contact local pharmacist, NHS 111, GP for advice and support • Get up and move every 30 to 60 minutes • Wear shoes with good grip outdoors to avoid slips and falls • Plan ahead to ensure you have enough prescription medication'

Yellow grid background with text bubbles: 'Winter Warming Tips 4. Prepare your home: • Service heating appliances • Ensure radiators are bled • Do not leave electric heaters or candles unattended • Insulate water pipes to prevent freezing'

The festive season may be over, but #winter weather remains. 🥶

Check out these #WinterWarming tips & stay safe during the frosty months.

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