While some surfers are dead-set against it, Surfers Against Sewage are putting their support behind plans for the £20m Wave Hub planned for the north Cornwall coast because they believe that the wave height will be reduced by only a small amount, and that the environmental benefits are worth it. The proposed power station, to …
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There’s a big sale on at People Tree, purveyors of fair trade and ecological fashion. Get your ethical gear at knock-down prices. People Tree have 3 good reasons for us to bargain shop with them: Double the pleasure for half the price you can buy beautiful, stylish and handcrafted clothing at bargain prices. You dont …
NEWS RELEASE From The Office Of Jean Lambert, London’s Green MEP The European Parliament has today approved the awaited Battery Directive. Green MEP Jean Lambert welcomed the decision that will ensure schemes for the collection of used batteries and accumulators are set up throughout Europe by 2008.
If you are expecting the patter of little feet, you may be interested to know that Natura Pura are launching a stylish organic maternity wear range that will be available from By Nature by next month. The new pregnancy wear is made of 100% organic cotton. Extra soft and designed for comfort, the range includes …
The Energy Saving Trust shows you how to increase the value of your hope by up to £10,000, save yourself some money on your heating bills, and reduce your carbon emissions. Play the game here.
Computer manufacturer, Dell, has recently announced a new policy extending its recycling efforts to consumers worldwide. Under its new policy, Dell will provide consumers no-charge recycling of any Dell-branded product, regardless of whether a replacement product is purchased. The company plans to launch the service in the U.S. by September, and globally by November. It …
Midlothian Council are offering free emission tests to Midlothian motorists in an attempt to cut emissions and fuel usage. “Carbon dioxide, although not directly harmful to human health, is the most significant of the greenhouse gases contributing to climate change.” Cllr Jack Aitchison, environment protection committee chairman If you are in the area, you can …
The summer issue of Greenlight Magazine is now available. It includes tips and info on all the favorite summer topics – barbecueing, bug spray, gardening, getaways, recipes – all with an eco-friendly flair. Premiering in 2005, greenlight is a guilt-free one-stop resource for earth-friendly alternatives. greenlight provides you with information and ideas that show you …
There are no two ways about it, flying is bad for the environment, as explained by Ru Hartwell, project director of Treeflights.com: When we travel in an aeroplane we use loads of aviation fuel. In a few hours we each burn up hundreds of litres of a non-renewable resource that it took the earth (and …