The Green Caravan insurance
policy
20 May 2010
As we all know climate change is a matter on the worlds mind
with the term ‘Carbon Footprint’ almost becoming an everyday
expression. Like all forms of holiday travel, caravanning plays its
part in producing CO2, the gas which is reported to be largely
responsible for the changes in climate and increase in extreme
weather conditions we see today.
To address this Towergate Bakers are developing the ‘Green
Insurance Policy’ which pledges to use the savings made on postage
and processing time to help offset these carbon emissions,
therefore customers will face no extra cost but can be happy in the
knowledge that the Carbon Footprint left by their caravan holidays
would be offset through their Towergate Bakers Green Insurance
Policy.
To further your efforts in reducing carbon emissions whist
caravanning, you may want to take a look at the simple guide
below.
Green Caravanning
A poll released by ibuyeco revealed caravanners, on the whole,
are greener in their day to day lives. It was shown that whilst 1
in 10 of us get frustrated by caravan towers on the road, nearly
three quarters of us admitted they were more environmentally
friendly. This was also backed up by results indicating that
caravanners carry out basic maintenance far more regularly as well
as giving their impact on the environment day to day thought.
Below are some points to look out for when purchasing a caravan
that may assist a reduction in your Carbon Footprint:
- Power consumption - Reliance on solar
panels rather than batteries and generators would be considered
environmentally friendly, as well as cheaper in the long run. LED
lighting within the caravan itself would also decrease power
consumption.
- Insulation - The construction of the
caravan itself will greatly affect heat retention and regulation.
The better the level of insulation the less power will be required
to heat a given space for any period of time thus reducing the
demand on energy/power to do so. A stronger less corrosive shell
would also prolong the life of the van reducing power consumed
during manufacturing as a replacement would not be necessary for
several more years.
- Lightweight/Aerodynamic - A lightweight
aerodynamic caravan will take far less power to tow allowing for a
smaller, more eco-friendly car to be used as the towing
vehicle.
- Make & Model - Some companies utilise
eco-friendly manufacturing techniques, developing and supplying
caravans at a lower ‘carbon cost’ compared to others. Look out for
Green manufacturing techniques and recycling schemes when
researching the company you wish to buy your caravan from.
Increased awareness from consumers will only serve to put pressure
on growing companies to be more ‘eco aware’.
Need insurance cover?
Towergate Bakers is a leading UK provider of caravan insurance for touring caravans
and motorhomes. Call 0800 496
1516 for a quote.