Study reveals worst carbon emitters

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Research conducted by the Energy Saving Trust has combined its own figures on car emissions with Defra's figures on household emissions to form a comprehensive study of the worst polluters across the country.

County Down, in Northern Ireland, is the highest polluter in the UK.

It has an average carbon emissions per household, including transport, of 14.5 tonnes a year.

South Buckinghamshire is the worst English polluter with an average of 13.4 tonnes.

The Orkney Islands have the highest level of CO2 emissions in Scotland while Powys is the worst performing Welsh authority.

The Orkneys produce an average of 12.9 tonnes per household per year while in Powys the figure is 11.8.

These regions have the highest level of CO2 emissions because their vehicle emissions are higher than the national average. They are rural areas with limited public transport so there is a high use of cars.

Philip Sellwood, chief executive of the EST, said: "This latest Green Barometer report isn't about singling out local authorities, as each area is unique and has its own challenges and opportunities.

"We provide help and advice to local authorities and we can now work with them to offer much more tailored energy advice. One thing's for sure, a targeted, localised approach is critical for reducing household carbon emissions."