Google has launched a UK Carbon Footprint Project which aims to help people in the UK to calculate, track and compare their carbon footprints with other people living in the UK.

Are you concerned about the issue of climate change?  Or are you sceptical about climate change and think the issue is being blown out of all proportion?  Whichever side of the fence you fall on, or if you are currently sat on the fence regarding this issue, the video below provides basic arguments for and against taking […]

We have had a number of emails recently asking for recommendations for environmentally friendly products and gifts. Rather than respond to these requests individually we have decided that over the next few weeks leading up to Christmas we will bring you some of the best eco-friendly products available.  We will also try to provide you with […]

Within most offices paper is likely to be the largest waste stream.  Although many businesses may operate an office recycling scheme to recycle this paper, there are many simple steps that that can be taken to reduce the volume of paper waste in the first place.  
Do you really need a print out?
One of the main causes of […]

With climate change becoming increasingly higher on both the political and media agenda, there has never been a better time to start taking steps to reduce your own carbon footprint.
As well as being of great benefit to the environment, many of the tips to reduce your carbon footprint described below will also save you money. 

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I am sure most people will have heard of the term ‘Carbon Footprint‘.  But what exactly is a carbon footprint, and why is it so important? 
What is a carbon footprint?
A carbon footprint is a measurement of the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) that is emitted during human activities.  Every single person has a carbon footprint, […]

Every time you go to the supermarket or buy something from a shop, there is a good chance you take the items home in a plastic carrier bag.  Most of these plastic carrier bags are thrown away and end up in landfill sites, even though they could be used over and over again.  The problem with plastic carrier […]

With June 2007 having been the wettest June on record in the UK, you could be forgiven if saving water was not currently high on your list of priorities.  However, saving water, or at least not wasting water, is something that should be considered all year round, regardless of the weather.  So don’t just wait […]

Whenever you go to the supermarket to do your weekly shopping there is a good chance many of the items you purchase will include packaging made from some form of plastic.  There are a number of different types of plastic that are used.  To help identify the different types of plastic, therefore making it easier to recycling, […]

Composting your garden and kitchen waste is a great way to reduce the amount of waste you dispose of in your rubbish bin.  Not only does it help to reduce global warming, but also provides a free source of rich compost to help improve your garden.
How does home composting help to reduce global warming?
When organic waste […]