This is a guest post by Greg Christian, Chicago’s Conscious Caterer™ and pioneer of the Organic School Project. Greg has been catering fresh, gourmet cuisine for the past 16 years. In addition to providing healthy, sustainable cuisine, Greg Christian is committed to on and off-site composting and recycling. His newly launched “Greening of Events” service …
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When I think about forests and CO2 emissions I usually think of the Amazon and not a virtual forest. I imagine that’s probably the same for most people. But I’ve just discovered that I can learn how to cut my carbon emissions by changing my habits, part-own a virtual tree in Second Life, and help …
Photo by dospaz Guest post by grandmother and former nurse Linda Sones who sells organic cotton baby and children’s clothing and accessories, and natural, organic baby toiletries online at SonesUK. Her suppliers are all committed to various environmental and Fairtrade initiatives. Modern parents are becoming increasingly concerned about the future of our planet and safeguarding …
Since 2004, Beyond Organic Skincare has crafted over 45 award-winning, COSMOS-certified beauty products formulated with pure natural ingredients and plant actives. Rooted in Cornwall and London, the brand pairs its commitment to ethical practices with a pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. I’ve had the pleasure of testing some of Beyond‘s range of …
Washing machine drums are interesting looking pieces of equipment, but what are they good for once your washing machine has spun its last cycle? Well, quite a number of things. I’ve seen them used as planters, made into gorgeous glowing tables,and now esprit cabane has made one into a very stylish ottoman on wheels, with …
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Photography: woman driver by fadedmilkyway It’s official, more women than men have reduced the amount they drive in an effort to curb their carbon emissions. Research commissioned by the Environmental Transport Association has found that 16 per cent of men who drive are ‘not worried too much’ by the fact their cars pollute, while only …
I’ve long been an admirer of Cynthia Korzekwa’s blog “art for housewives”. The idea behind Cynthia’s art (and blog) is the recycling of household items into art. She uses what many would consider to be rubbish to frame her work, or to inspire it, or to be the canvas for her unique paintings. All of …