Palm, soya or beeswax are the green choice when it comes to candles.
Petroleum based candles, which are the ones commonly found in most shops, are not sustainable and contain toxic chemicals which can be harmful …

Is there such a thing as an eco friendly barbecue, or is it a contradiction in terms? Do we have to give up one of our nation’s favourite past times if we are to be …

Bluebells are one of my favourite flowers. We have a hill near us where carpets of them adorn the spring time and I love finding a log to sit on amongst them all and falling …

Plan a green day this week!
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint, but are not sure where to start, here are 3 simple tips.
Making small changes helps you and the environment. If you’re feeling …

Did you know that March is national bed month?
Supported by the sleep council, the aim of bed month is to promote the importance of a good nights sleep.
Last year I stayed at a friend’s house; …

CFLs are great for reducing household CO2 emissions, being more energy efficient than regular incandescent light bulbs. They are more sustainable because they last longer, therefore producing less waste for the landfill. However, emerging opinion …

I’ve been reading a fascinating book by Dr B C Wolverton about house plants that purify the air in your home and office. It’s called ‘How to grow fresh air’.
The EPA state that indoor air …

I received an email last night, from our local councillor that made my heart sing!
As you may have read in previous posts, Mr.Green and I had a goal this year of installing a solar panel …