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Under the umbrella term of civil engineering, there are many sub-types of engineering – some of which are newer than others. Civil is one of the oldest disciplines of engineering but it hasn’t been until recently that we have been able to see the impact that engineering can have on our society. Civil engineering serves […]

Composting is a brilliant environmentally friendly way of removing the waste from your garden and kitchen and turning it into something useful, a fantastic example of the circle of life. Using your own compost is useful in all gardens, particularly for adding nutrients back into your soil and garden.  When Is the Best Time to […]

Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh died on 9th April at the age of 99. He was an outspoken and passionate figure about many issues including Conservation and the Environment. He did not consider himself “Green” but threw his weight behind many environmental projects. He helped found the World Wide Fund for Nature(WWF) in Switzerland […]

Agriculture is one of the most important sectors in any economy. This is why a lot of funding and research activities are channeled towards the development of the sector. Despite the efforts of key stakeholders in developing the sector, it is faced with many challenges. For instance, India is proof of how farmer’s livelihood can […]

Everyone has the dream of running a well-sustained, eco-friendly, and beautiful garden. This can be a great hobby and promote a healthy lifestyle, especially if you are growing your own fruits and vegetables. Here are some tips on how to make that dream of building an eco-friendly garden a reality. Solar Lighting First of all, […]

You have probably heard that solar panels can help you save money on your energy bills and that they are great for the environment. However, sometimes that is all some people know about them. In this article, we will look at some lesser-known facts about solar panels that you should know about, especially if you […]

If you’ve spent a huge amount of money keeping the home heated this winter, you may want to make some changes before next winter. And with the reality of climate change becoming apparent, there’s more at stake than just your wallet. Here’s a checklist of home improvements you should look at to increase your energy […]

It is estimated that by 2040 14% of carbon emissions will be made by the the storage of our digital data if we continue at the present rate of our IT usage. Here are a few simple ways you can reduce your carbon footprint with some savvy IT hacks. 1, Zoom Calls Turning off your […]

No one wants to find a rodent living in their basement or in their attic, but unfortunately, this is a fairly common occurrence in the lives of most U.K and U.S. homeowners. And as soon as you become aware of the unwanted rodent, you either reach for the snap trap or the good old box […]

If you’re looking for children’s gifts that are educational, informative, enduring and beautifully illustrated the range of environmental books from Usborne Books are well worth a peruse. One of the newest books in the Usborne range is 100 Things To Know About Saving The Planet which is suitable for children aged 8 and above. Full of […]