5 Things to Forage in the Autumn
One of the great things about living in the countryside is that we have lots of opportunity to go foraging. And, Autumn is a great time to go. Not only is it a brilliant way to cut down on food Read More
Zero Waste Week 2019
Zero Waste Week 2019 We’re half way through this year’s Zero Waste Week which runs from the 2nd to 6th September. Did you know Zero Waste Week is in it’s 12th year! Rachelle Strauss has promoted the zero-waste message for Read More
Why Is the Amazon Rainforest on Fire and What Can We Do?
What is happening in the Amazon Rainforest Why is the Amazon Rainforest on fire? The fires that are currently raging in the Amazon Rainforest are largely man made and happen every year as smallholders burn crop stubble after the harvest Read More
5 of My Favourite Zero Waste / Sustainability Podcasts
I’ve only recently started listening to Podcasts but I find them great to listen to when I’m working on my computer, pottering around in the Kitchen or travelling. There are so many topics to choose from and it’s a great Read More
Back to School Zero Waste Tips
how to be more zero waste back to school Did you know that parents now spend just under an average of £250 per child kitting them out ready to go back to school ! Everyone wants their child to look Read More
Not sure what to do with your old electronic devices? Here are 5 ideas
Since technology upgrades fairly regularly, we need to dispose of old electronic devices to make space for the new ones. The problem is, getting rid of old electronics isn’t as straightforward as disposing of regular junk. There are factors that Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Switching to a Natural Deodorant
Why Should you switch to a natural deodorant? Not only is switching to a natural deodorant a great way to reduce plastic in your Bathroom it’s also so much better for you and your body. And, remember there is also Read More
Waitrose Unpacked A Look Inside
What is Waitrose Unpacked We’re all becoming more aware of the problems with plastic pollution and the harm it’s having on our environment. So, I was so excited when I heard that Waitrose was trialling a Waitrose Unpacked in Oxford. Read More
Zero Waste Laundry
Why Zero Waste Laundry ? So, why should you change to Zero Waste Laundry. And, what does that actually mean? We all know the problem with plastic pollution and the majority of laundry products come packaged in plastic that has Read More
The problem with Wet Wipes and the Solution
The Problem with wet wipes What is the problem with wet wipes? We are slowly waking up to the problems caused by our throwaway / convenience culture and the impact it is having on our water ways, beaches and oceans. Read More