Environment issues

Typically, we don’t get a lot of snow in England, but when we do the country seems to grind to a standstill. And it’s no surprise, because we’re not used to dealing with the white stuff that falls out of the sky!

Climate change is a growing concern, and the effects of our 21st century lifestyles on the planet are becoming more obvious than ever before. Environmental issues are becoming prevalent in many aspects of our lives, from the cosmetics we use to the cars we drive, to the properties we invest.

In a day and age where instant gratification rules the roost, everything rolls off a conveyor belt by the thousands and so much ends up in overflowing landfills, there has never been more need for you to buy big-ticket items that will last a lifetime or three.

Preventing land erosion caused by atmospheric phenomena is something that is gaining more and more importance today in fields like agriculture, coastal or land development (roads, embankments, canals, dams, reservoirs, landfills) and also construction.

Every aspect of your home, from the paint you put on the ceilings, to the type of flooring you choose, can provide you with opportunities to live in a more sustainable way.

One of the things I love most about working from home is that I no longer have to commute. This does have its downside however!

I was invited to submit my contribution to a book that is being launched today called “The Happy Healthy Home.” Tara, who contacted me said “We consider you to be an expert on the subject and would love to have you get involved.”

I have to admit it. I’m a bit of a closet ‘Homes under the hammer’ fan. And I can’t begin to tell you how much I’ve learned since tuning into this series on iPlayer.

As you know, we run a couple of woodburners here at Chez Green, and although I wouldn’t swap them for the world, they DO produce a lot of dust and dirt. Which is why I’m getting in the mood for a good spring clean.