There’s no denying the appeal of a lakefront home; the peaceful views, access to swimming or boating, and quiet mornings by the water make it easy to imagine a slower, more relaxed pace of life. For many, it’s the dream–a…
Funding Renewable Heating Upgrades in the UK: A Guide for Homeowners
As energy costs continue to rise and environmental concerns become more pressing, many UK homeowners are looking for ways to make their homes more energy-efficient and sustainable. One of the most impactful upgrades you can make is switching to renewable…
Top tips for eco-friendly gardening practices
Gardening is a rewarding way to connect with nature, but traditional methods can sometimes strain the environment. From excessive water use to chemical fertilisers, many conventional practices can have unintended consequences. Fortunately, there are simple ways to make your garden…
February gardening jobs – What to plant and prepare this month
I adore gardening and am lucky enough to have my own patch on my parent’s allotment. So I thought sharing what to plant and prepare each month would be fun, and a useful new series to start on my blog….
Citizen science projects that anyone can get involved with
There are lots of citizen science projects to get involved with across the world. I am sharing a few UK citizen science projects, but I’m sure you will be able to find others local to you! These projects are great…
Why CSR Matters for Businesses in London
In London’s hectic urban setting, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from voluntary corporate charity to a vital part of modern business strategy. Participating in CSR initiatives not only tackles social and environmental issues, but also strengthens a company’s brand,…
Eco-friendly laundry tips to make your washing sustainable
Something that we can all improve on is our use of the washing machine. Did you know that on average, one load of washing uses between 50 and 90 litres of water? (Credit: Defy). There are quite a few ways…
9 eco-friendly clingfilm alternatives to reduce your plastic consumption
This year’s theme for Earth Day 2024 is Planet vs Plastic. I have found that it is easiest to reduce your plastic consumption by switching one thing at a time. I stopped using clingfilm when I went to university 4…
9 ways to be responsible when visiting nature reserves
Going to a nature reserve is a brilliant day out, but it is important to not pollute or damage it. There are so many benefits to being outside amongst nature and I am not discouraging you from doing this. It…
The beginner’s guide to becoming eco-friendly
If you have found this post, you either want to know how to be more eco-friendly or because you follow my content and already do some eco swaps. Whichever option it is, welcome (back) to my blog! Becoming eco-friendly is…
The impact climate change has on food security and how to help
I have been brainstorming a lot about this post because I want it to be impactful. I’ve actually come up with a lot of other blog post ideas, but they just weren’t quite right for the collective! I was looking…
The impact of tree planting – Climate Change Collective
Up until I read The Future We Choose, I didn’t fully understand the impact tree planting could have. As more and more companies use tree planting as their only green initiative, I started to become a bit dubious of them….