Governments have relatively small budgets for tackling climate change and it seems like there is a bit of a tug of war going on between renewable energy generation and energy efficiency. Each industry wants a…
I’m a meat lover and I don’t hide this fact; it’s not unusual to find me at some foodie event in London tucking into a delicious gourmet burger. But quite early on in the life…
If you’re reading this then you’ve no doubt heard about the alarming decline in wildlife in the UK over the last 50 years. You may be wondering what you as an individual can do about…
You’ve got to love the Beeny, not only is she the straight-talking presenter of numerous Channel 4 property shows, saviour of a historical building (Rise Hall) and all-round nice person, now she has turned her…
On this blog I have generally focused on changes you can make to yours and your family’s lifestyle to bring it more into line with sustainability and preventing runaway climate change but today I want…
Politicians listen to voters (supposedly) and companies listen to customers (via spending habits at least) so wouldn’t you say that it is us regular folks who will be the driving force behind a concerted effort…
Since moving to my latest flat a couple of months ago I have been able to fully test the 2 eco shower heads that I have been given (my old flat had an electric shower…
I don’t know about you but I’ve had to get some of my winter clothes out of their “hibernation” because of this rather shitty weather we’re experiencing now and all hope of an Indian summer…
Setting yourself a challenge is a good way to shake off any bad habits or complacency that have snuck quietly into your life and for the 6th year running, green queen Rachelle Strauss (who I…
I’m not an eco-preacher and I do think in some sectors of manufacture, for example where hygiene is involved, that throwaway can work (as long as it biodegrades). But I do strongly believe that interiors…