Guest post by Liza Hanks of Winchcombe Reclamation, specialists in promoting and facilitating the use of reclaimed building materials and working with all types of demolition and construction projects to divert materials from landfill. Why use reclaimed building products? Lots of people can answer this very simply… because they have to, planning constraints, listed buildings …
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 …
For the past few weeks I’ve had the pleasure of testing some of Beyond‘s range of organic skincare products on my tired winter skin. My skin was a challenge for the products, but they’ve worked wonders and I’m very pleased with the dewy results. All of Beyond’s products are completely organic and certified with the …
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 …