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Cost-cutting deals could save hundreds of pounds a year.

Global warming is the long-term warming of the planet's overall temperature and it is still a threat to the future survival of our planet

Running a heat pump with solar may sound like fiction but it’s more feasible than you might think

New planning laws force builders to boost nature rather than destroy it

People left angry and dismayed when they found out the truth about these claims, new study shows.

What are the pros and cons of this green building material?

What exactly are fossil fuels and why are they regarded as being harmful to our planet?

With the increasing numbers of electric vehicles on our roads, the discussion is now beginning to turn more towards running costs and cost of ownership

Covering walls with plants can enhance the smallest of spaces and, reconnect people with nature

UK Green Building Council also says rowing back on climate change policies has harmed green business investment and jobs

What is the Government legislation regarding energy saving?

Steps you can take to boost its eco-credentials

Whether its insulation, solar panels or new heat pump, it’s best to plan ahead.

What is a retrofit assessment and why do you need one?

Will wind work for you? Or are they expensive follies?

What are solar panels and how do they work?

“Sustainable living means making choices today that will positively impact the planet tomorrow,” states Oxfam.

England, Scotland and Wales survey finds similar satisfaction levels to people with gas boilers

Insulating your home effectively can help cut your bills and increase the cosiness of your home

As the UK government works toward its nett zero target for carbon emissions, we are being encouraged to make radical changes to our lifestyles

Almost a quarter of the UK’s carbon emissions are as a result of using heating, lighting and other electrical appliances in our homes.

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With our summers becoming hotter, find out how to make your garden more resilient to the scorching heat

People are paying more attention to EPCs, Savills says

Turf wars: plastic grass or the real thing?

What are the main benefits of solar panels?

Greenwashing and how to spot it

Making small, everyday changes can add up to a big difference to the planet, say experts

A British start-up company has invented a smart socket to tell you if the energy being used is renewable.

Gardening can be a rewarding hobby and great exercise, but it can also have a significant impact on the environment.

We hear the headlines around CO2 emissions from vehicle exhausts and the dangers of deforestation, but what about the damage we cause to our environment by washing our faces or brushing our teeth?

With a world population of around 8 billion and growing we need to think seriously about how we feed that population

What exactly is renewable energy and how does it cut down harmful emissions?

For years the world economy and the price of a barrel of oil have been linked due to the fact that much of the world’s industry relied on oil either as a fuel or a raw material in manufacturing. Is this still the case?

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Every day most of us will do something that will cause pollution to the land, rivers, seas or the air we breathe, and these come from various different causes.

Britain’s housing stock is old and draughty. Nearly a third of the UK’s total carbon emissions come from our homes. So, what can we do about it?

What is it, how does it work in practice – and why isn’t everyone doing it?

From energy efficient glazing to sustainable materials, discover how to make a more planet-friendly choice

Passivhaus, which literally means passive house in English, has been hailed as the ultimate energy saving building

Read our top tips for a greener build

Introducing plants to your home is a fantastic way to brighten up a room. They add colour and warmth to your setting and most importantly they can purify the air quality.

When building new properties, consideration now also needs to be given to the biodiversity of the site and the surrounding area to protect the wildlife habitats

From fabric to furniture, check out these home décor ideas to make your home a little greener

Can Nuclear Power be considered a "green" energy source?

The farming of animals for human consumption is the second largest contributor to human-made greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions after fossil fuels

Deforestation refers to the deliberate removal of trees from an area which has historically been forest, allowing use of that land for purposes other than to grow trees.

If you’re ready to take the leap and install solar panels on your property, read on for a guide into how to get started and make the right choice for your home.

What role does hydroelectricity play when considering possible renewable energy sources?

Climate change has become the world’s most serious global issue as can be witnessed by the calibre of international delegates who attend the COP conferences

Eco-heating choices are out there which will help you reduce your carbon emissions.

Choosing natural building materials can boost your home’s green credential and help the planet.

Are we making the right choices for our home? Is our furniture sustainable and environmentally friendly?

There are lots of different things we can all do at home to make a difference, with the added bonus that some of these changes will even save you some money

We need to ditch fossil fuel boilers to cut carbon emissions and tackle climate change.

The terms Climate Change and Global Warming are now terms that we hear almost daily and are now very familiar with

How can buildings help with climate change?

Eco-paints explained: a safer choice for people and our planet?

The manufacture of a vehicle is only the start of its life cycle and it is the overall journey from manufacture to scrappage that needs to be considered when looking at the green credentials of an electric vehicle

We all hear discussions around, greener lifestyles and Eco living, but what does Going Green actually mean?

At the end of this century, the world demand for energy will in all probability have trebled from present levels

We all know the simplest way to save energy: turn down the thermostat and put on a jumper. But how far down to turn the dial? And what is normal?

The Sun not only provides this planet with light each day, it also gives out heat, which is every bit as important to our survival

Creating an eco-friendly home isn’t just about installing solar panels or heat pumps. There are lots of smaller, everyday choices we can make that can also have impact.

Government to update the energy scoring system after experts warn it’s not ready for low-carbon heating

Water is a precious resource with the UK’s supply under pressure from increasing demand and climate change

The increased level of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is causing global warming and the resultant changes in weather patterns and the planet’s eco-systems.

Due to the current cost of living rises and the constant squeezes on family budgets, we are all looking for different ways to save money on our weekly shopping.

PVC has been condemned as the “poison plastic” by the green lobby yet is still in incredible demand.

Water is a precious resource with the UK’s supply under pressure from increasing demand and climate change

When it comes to cutting domestic energy costs by adopting modern technology solutions such as heat pumps or solar panels, there is no definitive answer to the question of which delivers the most benefit

The UK government has stated that a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will come into effect from 2030 with the sale of new hybrids being illegal from 2035.

Have you thought about the materials you use when you are decorating and designing the inside of your home to ensure it is an environmentally friendly choice?

Before you spend time and money on improving the efficiency of your heating system, it is worth considering other aspects of your home.