Lifestyle - Going Green

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall hasn't chickened out yet

staff writers — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:42:36 +0100

River Cottage founder Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall will lead a new campaign for Compassion in World farming aimed at convincing the public to purchase ethically sound chicken.

Earth Girls set to dazzle in Miss Earth fashion extravaganza

staff writers — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:47:51 +0100

With growing fears of climate change and global warming, Miss Earth is the beauty pageant for the new millennium. Contestants must have a strong knowledge of their country’s culture and environment in order to fulfill the ideals of this competition. The winner will be a strong and effective advocate for Mother Earth.

Luxury ethical and fair trade bed linen

staff writers — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:51:45 +0100

Premier online ethical retailer the Natural Collection stock a range of organic and fairly traded bed linens. This choice range of linens, like everything in the Natural Collection, conforms to strict ethical principles.

Increase the heat from your radiator and save money

staff writers — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:01:16 +0100

The Radiator Booster works by directing the wasted heat from the back of the radiator into the room. It is so effective that in most cases cold spots are eliminated, and rooms take 50% less time to heat up.

Where to recycle your mobile phone and make some money

staff writers — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:44:29 +0100

In today's throw-away society where very little is built to last, recycling at least eases the conscience a little. But the people at Fonebank.com do more than just recycle – they also safely dispose of unrecycleable components, making sure they don't contribute to the destruction of the environment.

Make it an ethical summer

staff writers — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:04:19 +0100

Premier ethical online retailer the Ethical Superstore has just revealed a new range of ethically produced products to help you and your family have an ethical summer. Check out the following products, all of which will help provide good clean, green fun for all the family this summer.

£2million research grant for off-grid electricity projects

staff writers — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:14:42 +0100

A research consortium led by the University of Dundee has been awarded a £2million grant to explore means of generating and supplying power to rural areas in developing countries which do not have access to centralised electricity networks.

Take advantage of 2009 energy price cuts on electricity and gas

staff writers — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:24:33 +0100

Its still not too late to take advantage of recent price cuts and get the best deal – particularly on green electricity and gas.

Energy saving Slow Cooker

staff writers — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:00:59 +0100

A massive 40% of the UK's carbon emissions come from energy used in the home and for travel. Small measures to increase the efficiency of personal energy usage can therefore make a significant difference to this global problem.

Free joining gift with RSPB membership

staff writers — Mon, 25 May 2009 12:54:22 +0100

When the countryside is in full bloom it is hard to resist getting out there and enjoying it. Many will feel, however, that they don’t know how to get the most out of their natural surroundings.

Why not purchase an RSPB membership this summer? With a year’s membership you will get the following benefits:

Save energy and money at the Ethical Superstore

staff writers — Mon, 25 May 2009 12:32:42 +0100

With global warming bearing down on us all, it has become vital for every individual, family and organisation to consider their carbon footprint.

UK must do more to help dolphins - dolphin adoption news

staff writers — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:37:24 +0000

The WWF in the UK has called on the government to take swift action to establish further marine protected areas, which will provide greater protection for dolphins.

Grow your own organic vegetables

staff writers — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:00:01 +0000

Growing your own vegetables, whether in your back garden, in a local allotment or just in window boxes, has become a popular past time – particularly for those who want to live simply, sustainably and healthily.

Make you own wine with a wine making kit

staff writers — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:45:46 +0000

Beat the economic downturn, and get back to a simpler and greener lifestyle, than with your own wine making kit. Find out more about wine making, and to get you wine brewing starter kit, click here

Green energy is cheaper

staff writers — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:49:05 +0000

Gas and electricity prices went up by a whopping 42% in 2008, meaning that the average household had an extra £381 to pay. The good news is that Good Energy - a ‘green’ electricity supplier – has now dropped its prices. Click here to find out how