Living a Sustainable lifestyle
More and more people are trying to live a more sustainable life, but where do you start? Browse our articles and case studies below for advice and inspiration.
Electric cars charged the smart way
Cost-cutting deals could save hundreds of pounds a year.
Advertising watchdog clamping down on “biodegradable” and “compostable” claims
People left angry and dismayed when they found out the truth about these claims, new study shows.
EV Batteries – How Long & How Much
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
Eight Ways to Live More Sustainably
“Sustainable living means making choices today that will positively impact the planet tomorrow,” states Oxfam.
More than 70% of heat pump owners satisfied with the green alternative
England, Scotland and Wales survey finds similar satisfaction levels to people with gas boilers
Green Directory: Focus on Gypsy Hill Hardware, eco-friendly door furniture
Looking in depth at a Green Company - Gypsy Hill Hardware
Eight ways to heat proof your garden
With our summers becoming hotter, find out how to make your garden more resilient to the scorching heat
Fake grass: an environmental disaster or a way to save water?
Turf wars: plastic grass or the real thing?
How can I tell if a product is eco-friendly?
Greenwashing and how to spot it
Top tips for a greener lifestyle
Making small, everyday changes can add up to a big difference to the planet, say experts
Green gardening: how to do your bit for the planet
Gardening can be a rewarding hobby and great exercise, but it can also have a significant impact on the environment.
Green Directory: Focus on Weaver Green
Looking in depth at a Green Company - Weaver Green
Humans vs 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?
Acres of Food
With a world population of around 8 billion and growing we need to think seriously about how we feed that population
How Does Pollution Affect Us
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.
Focus on grey water recycling
What is it, how does it work in practice – and why isn’t everyone doing it?
Plants to purify interior air
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.
Can Vegans Save our Planet?
The farming of animals for human consumption is the second largest contributor to human-made greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions after fossil fuels
Making Environmentally Friendly Choices when furnishing your Home
Are we making the right choices for our home? Is our furniture sustainable and environmentally friendly?
Eco-friendly choices at home - how can I make a difference?
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
Brush up on your eco-paints
Eco-paints explained: a safer choice for people and our planet?
The Ups and Downs of Electric Motoring
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
Going Green
We all hear discussions around, greener lifestyles and Eco living, but what does Going Green actually mean?
The Greenhouse Effect
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.
Grow your own Food
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.
Charging Towards Electric Motoring
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.
Dressing your windows the eco friendly way!
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?
Six ways to save water in your home
Water is a precious resource with the UK’s supply under pressure from increasing demand and climate change