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Environmental Considerations – Creating an Eco-Friendly Home

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, sustainability

In today’s troubled world, the importance of living sustainably and minimising our impact on the increasingly fragile natural world is more crucial than ever. Creating an eco-friendly home not only helps to preserve the planet but also provides some significant benefits for your family – ranging from reduced energy costs to improved air quality (and, […]

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Environmentally friendly tips for Summer 2023

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, green holidays

Planning environmentally friendly holidays can be a great way to enjoy your summer while minimizing your impact on the environment. If you are aiming to enjoy yourself while minimizing your carbon footprint as much as you can this Summer; here are some ideas to help you achieve an environmentally friendly holiday for Summer 2023. Sustainable […]

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How harmful is “greenwashing”?

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles

Greenwashing isn’t a new concept, but it’s being scrutinised now more than ever. In line with a wider focus on environmentalism in society, businesses of all sizes are held accountable for their actions unlike at any other time in history. Public pressure continues to mount with the transparency offered by the internet and globalisation. ESG […]

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A green guide to visiting the historic city of York

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, green holidays

York is one of England’s most popular tourist hotspots. This unique city has a rich heritage including Roman settlement, Viking invasions, and amazing architecture dating back to the medieval period. On top of that, special family-friendly attractions, charming outdoor spaces, and delicious local cuisine are in abundance. Beyond is the beautiful countryside of the North […]

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Are We Making Progress With Climate Change?

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, climate change

Climate change poses significant challenges to the world today and beyond. Despite the critical nature of the problem of climate change, humans are making incredible strides in technology, policy, and social awareness to combat this global threat. This blog delves into whether humanity, as a collective, is making progress and how such present efforts help […]

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5 ways, new build homes support sustainability

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, green home

It is no secret that residential properties contribute significantly to the UK’s annual carbon emissions. In fact, England’s homes produce around 60 million tonnes of CO2 each year – a bigger contributor than the country’s cars. One of the reasons that this figure is so high is that our existing housing stock is poorly insulated […]

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4 ways to make construction sites more sustainable

By Lucy & Libby,
Filed in Articles, Green Business

The construction industry is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to carbon emissions. The use of heavy machinery over long periods of time, the transportation of goods, and even the building materials used are directly responsible for a significant amount of the UK’s CO2 output. Therefore, even taking small steps towards greener construction […]

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