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Rethinking Waste: Recycling and Upcycling Tips 
Waste is everywhere. Every day, things are thrown away that could have lasted longer, been reused, or even transformed into something new. The way we buy, use, and dispose of our belongings has a huge impact on the planet, but small changes can make a big difference. By choosing durable items, upcycling where possible, and recycling responsibly, we can reduce waste and make the most of what we have. Choosing Things That Will Last One of the easiest ways to cut down on waste is to buy things that don’t need replacing every five minutes. Fast fashion, cheap furniture, and poorly made products might seem like a bargain, but they don’t last.…
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7 Ways To Reduce Your Food Carbon Footprint
Every action we take will impact our environment, it’s just part of being alive. One way we impact the planet every day is the food choices we make.Making small changes to what and how you eat can help reduce your food carbon footprint and lessen the environmental impact of your diet. Here are 7 ways to reduce the carbon footprint of your diet. Eat more plants It’s no secret, most people know that farming animals for meat and dairy requires space and huge amounts of water and feed. The livestock industry alone generates nearly 15% of all man-made greenhouse gas emissions. Swapping a few meals a week for meatless alternatives can make…
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Save Energy At Home
Is your resolution to save energy at home? Saving energy has never been more important than in 2025. With the rising cost of living, the need to cut household bills is on everyone’s mind. But there’s more to it than just saving money. By reducing energy consumption, you’re playing a key role in the global effort to reach net zero and tackle climate change. With certain political leaders withdrawing from climate agreements and turning their back on green initiatives, the individual contribution to saving energy is more important than ever, just as much as contacting representatives and businesses advocating for change. The good news is, saving energy doesn’t have to mean making…
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Make Eco-Friendly New Year’s Resolutions For 2025
The new year is a fresh start for many things, and why not make it one for the planet, too?Setting green goals in 2025 is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and develop habits that benefit the environment and help you feel good. The key to success with any resolution is choosing goals that feel realistic and achievable. Making small changes to your lifestyle can lead to a big impact without feeling overwhelming. Going from 0 to 60 can make you more likely to slip, and if you find yourself being overly critical of yourself this could lead to you abandoning your goals before February. The same applies to eco-friendly…
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Eco-Friendly Christmas Gifts 2024
Our Guide to Sustainable Festive Giving Christmas is a time of joy, generosity, and unfortunately a lot of waste. From mountains of wrapping paper to unwanted gifts destined for the back of the cupboard, the environmental cost of the festive season can be staggering. But with a little thought, it’s easy to celebrate in a way that’s kinder to the planet.This year, why not focus on eco-friendly Christmas gifts that friends and family actually want? Thoughtful Gifts, Not Rubbish John Lewis’ Christmas advert is all about gifting knowingly to someone so they get what they want and will love it for years. We agree with the sentiment here! We’ve all been there:…
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Make Your Laundry Routine Green
We all know the laundry routine: add dirty washing to the machine, add detergent, press a button, and voilà—clean clothes emerge. But have you ever considered the environmental toll of of our constant laundry cycles? Our laundry habits have a bigger impact on the planet than we realise, from water usage and energy consumption to the release of micro-plastics and chemicals into the environment. The good news is, with a few simple tweaks, we can make our laundry routine much greener without compromising cleanliness. Let’s explore how to wash in a way that’s kinder to the planet. The Environmental Impact of Washing Clothes It’s easy to overlook how our daily activities, like…
