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Mrs Green gets the wind in her sails
Friday, 30 Mar, 2012 – 5:49 | 2 Comments
Mrs Green gets the wind in her sails

Now winter is over I’ve been thinking about how useful our solar panels are. And now I’ve been thinking of more ways to harness natural energy to generate electricity …

How to save money on your electricity bill
Thursday, 29 Mar, 2012 – 4:19 | 3 Comments
How to save money on your electricity bill

I’ve just submitted our ‘post winter’ electricity reading and it wasn’t a good start to spring. I’m making a resolution to reduce the amount of electricity we’re using throughout spring - anyone else on board?

5 reasons to use solar panels at home
Tuesday, 27 Mar, 2012 – 4:43 | 4 Comments
5 reasons to use solar panels at home

From saving money to reducing your carbon footprint, today I’m sharing my main reasons for loving solar power at home!

Energy Efficient Cooking – 5 tips
Thursday, 22 Mar, 2012 – 3:51 | 4 Comments
Energy Efficient Cooking – 5 tips

We’re all trying to save money and energy, especially in the kitchen. Today I’m sharing my top 5 tips so you can cook in a way that’s healthy for you AND the environment!

6 ways to save money on your refrigeration bill
Thursday, 8 Mar, 2012 – 4:17 | 7 Comments
6 ways to save money on your refrigeration bill

Did you know your fridge and freezer can account for 14 per cent of your household’s annual power bills? With some minor adjustments and checks you can help your fridge run more efficiently, reducing your carbon footprint and saving you money. Here are my six top tips!

How to turn your poo green!
Thursday, 1 Mar, 2012 – 4:41 | 3 Comments
How to turn your poo green!

I’ve often fancied a compost toilet as I feel a bit guilty flushing litres of perfectly decent water away when there are shortages across the world.
And then I’ve thought about what we actually flush away; …

Solar Energy - your questions answered
Sunday, 26 Feb, 2012 – 4:18 | One Comment
Solar Energy - your questions answered

Got a burning question about solar panels? Today we’re answering our 4 most frequently asked questions!

The mobile phone that travels more than you do
Sunday, 19 Feb, 2012 – 14:26 | No Comment
The mobile phone that travels more than you do

At the beginning of the year I recycled my mobile phone with O2 for charity. It’s since travelled 3000 miles and here’s its story.

Are energy saving gadgets really green?
Thursday, 16 Feb, 2012 – 4:42 | 3 Comments
Are energy saving gadgets really green?

I’ve been thinking about energy saving gadgets. Does it make sense to buy a product in order to reduce your carbon footprint? Does that smack of greenwashing or are they a good investment?

Two tips - Successful recycling at home
Thursday, 16 Feb, 2012 – 2:09 | 3 Comments
Two tips - Successful recycling at home

My top tips for successful recycling at home …