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Construction is not an industry known for its sustainability but that is changing. While technologies and specific solutions grab the headlines, the industry itself is slowly adapting to a new appetite for sustainability. What exactly is changing and what sustainable building trends are we seeing this year? Construction, like every industry, is having to adapt […]

If you are looking to renovate your home during lock-down it is a good idea to ensure your makeover is an eco-friendly one. Before you go ripping out walls and filling skips with materials that will end up in landfill think carefully about the changes you make to your home so that your renovation is […]

It’s back again, the chance to win a best selling 100 litre water butt from rainwater harvesting experts Freeflush who are based in Manchester. The wall hung water butt which enables you to capture rainwater for you garden is worth £110 and is both British designed and manufactured. For those of you who can’t wait […]

It’s no secret, the planet is struggling with the population’s consumption and we are the only ones who can save it. Decades of fast fashion, a throw-away mentality and the consumption of fossil fuels have done some serious damage to the world we live in. Thankfully, we can prevent this and if we all work […]

In 2019, the Environment Agency warned that within 25 years, England would have insufficient water to meet demand, according to the BBC. The bathroom is a sanctuary we escape to when in need of some self-care. However, your habits in the bathroom from bathing to brushing your teeth and flushing the toilet impact the environment. Recent […]

Noise pollution is a very real problem, and it doesn’t just affect the quality of the environment – it affects humans too. The problem is that we can get used to it so it can become part of our everyday  lives. If you live near a busy road or industrial estate it can be hard […]

We all know that we need to reduce the impact we have on the world around us. We need to use less, protect natural environments, stop littering and reduce our carbon footprints. When we do need to buy or use something it is not always easy to make informed purchasing decisions. How do you measure […]

Salt (Sodium chloride) is one substance that has been recognized throughout history for its versatility and effectiveness. There have been old wives tales all attesting to various uses of salt; some myths, and others holding some measure of truth. Aside from being a basic seasoning, salt was a well-known preservative before the advent of technology. […]

Composting is a very effective way of recycling organic materials and other scraps that would typically end up in a landfill. The idea of composting is one that helps to cut down waste and still provide a usable material at the end of the day. Composting helps to create an ecosystem that effectively provides food […]

If the recent increase in support for green issues is anythingto go by, there will soon be a huge wave of converts who are becoming eco conscious. It’s very easy to become quite overwhelmed when you decide to go green. A lot of people often think that there is no point to it except if […]