A topless model was today hailed as an "environmental hero" by the Conservative Party for her work promoting green issues.
Keeley Hazell - who posed semi-naked, covered in green paint to
highlight ways people could help the environment - was on the Tories'
list of people and organisations praised for their work to save the
planet.
Also labelled environmental heroes were Planet Earth presenter Sir
David Attenborough for promoting the "moral duty" to cut emissions and
California's Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who introduced new laws to
reduce the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.
Ms Hazell was praised for her tips in The Sun aimed at helping
people be more environmentally-friendly in their day-to-day lives.
A Conservative spokeswoman said: "She has been bringing awareness to
a wider audience, people who wouldn't normally consider climate change
a priority. She's had a busy year promoting energy saving."
10 Keeley 's eco tips:
Blinding bedroom performance:
Turning off lights can be a big turn-on. Feel around in the dark in the bedroom, you’ll cut your bills and reduce CO2. Lighting can make a big impact on your electricity bill so swap harsh lightbulbs for romantic candles.
Wheely Keeley:
Cycling instead of driving will tone you up, giving you a fantastic physique and making you irresistible to the opposite sex. And leaving the car at home cuts carbon emissions. Cycling shorts optional.
Boost your sex drive:
Halve the number of cars on the road by offering that special someone a lift to work. If you can’t pluck up the courage to ask them on a date then it’s the perfect way to get to know them.
Share a steamy bath:
Using water whacks up your energy bill. A shared dip in the tub will cut a couple’s costs.
Get off your butt:
Lots of people have admired my butt. Collecting rain water for your garden in a water butt is a great way of preserving resources. They are easily plumbed into your existing guttering and downpipes.
Chest is best:
Always my motto! Chest freezers have thicker insulation, meaning they use half as much energy for any given volume of food storage.
Slip into something comfortable:
Take off your shoes when entering your home. Roadside soil can be poisoned with lead from car fumes. When dragged into the house, this contributes to the toxins which settle on the carpet.
Don’t boil over:
Don’t waste energy by boiling too much water. Use the right sized pan when cooking.
If boiling an egg, use an egg pan and the smallest hob. With vegetables, use just enough water to keep them covered. Use saucepans with lids to reduce cooking time.
Go digital:
I insist my sexy pics are taken by digital camera, so invest in one. Film processing and developing uses toxic chemicals and paper.
Show eco undie-standing:
Hand-washing underwear with a gentle, eco-friendly detergent will make your clothes last longer and save on electricity. And opt for undies made of organic cotton.