Environment
The environment is on our agenda as never before. Be inspired by people taking action to help save the planet. Discover guidance on veganism, recycling, cutting plastic use and more top tips for those determined to treat the Earth more kindly.
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Where has plastic pollution in the ocean happened?
We are probably all more aware than ever that we need to take care of our environment. Recent television programmes and charity campaigns have brought the issue of how we abuse our natural world to our attention. Most people claim to love the sea and yet humans are damaging it in a devastating way. Where has plastic pollution in the ocean happened? Where has plastic pollution in the ocean happened? It is shocking to discover that oceans around the globe are polluted by plastic. Even the seas near uninhabited islands are affected. There is, however, one place where you are most unlikely to see evidence of the reality of plastic…
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How To Follow A More Sustainble Lifestyle
Sustainability is a big buzzword right now – but it’s also an important one. After all, we already see the damage our behavior has caused to the planet as a whole through climate change, deforestation, and more. However, studies suggest that if real change is not made (and quickly), we will reach the point of no return. As a result, we all must work on being a little more sustainable. This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to undergo a complete lifestyle change – but instead, make considered changes that leave a big impact. Here are some top tips that you can use to get started! Say no to fast fashion.…
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7 ways we can all reduce our plastic consumption in 2021
If anything, COVID-19 has made us more aware that our actions, as human beings, are affecting climate change and the plastic pollution crisis.With lockdowns happening all across the world, we’ve started to see reductions in carbon emissions, and that’s made it clear to governments and businesses that change needs to happen. Whilst we hear about it all regularly in the news and the larger-scale change needs to come from governmental legislation; there is still something we can all do as businesses and individuals to really make a change. As advocates of a greener lifestyle, from our compostable cards to our eco-friendly card packaging, we’ve put together 7 simple ways we…
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Eco-friendly t-shirts and art from Artful Sonder
Imagine starting a business in lockdown! As regular readers know I love to feature inspirational business women and their life stories on my blog. Frankie has just launched an Eco-friendly t-shirt and art print brand that’s based in the UK and operates online at https://artfulsonder.com/. The business designs all t-shirts and art in house and ensures the process is environmentally friendly and ethical from manufacturing, to the materials used, right down to the packaging. You can find out more about how the business strives to be an ethical, Eco-friendly brand here: https://artfulsonder.com/pages/sustainability What was your first career? What did you learn from this? I’ve actually worked within digital marketing for…
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Sustainable Fashion Brands You Need to Know About
I love to cover environmental issues on my blog. I also love to feature women in business. This guest post neatly combines both of those aims. Carol Hanson, Conscious Wardrobe Stylist. inspires women who have a wardrobe full of clothes but nothing to wear. She empowers them to look and feel fabulous with a conscious approach to their clothes. Today she is highlighting 10 sustainable fashion brands you need to know about. “My awakening to ‘Fashion’s Dirty Little Secrets’ began in 2018. I had been aware of the ethical issues surrounding fashion, but I had no idea of the extent of the environmental ones. My mantra has always been a quality…
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Which type of decking is the most environmentally friendly?
We’re all striving to make choices that will be kinder for the planet, but one area that’s often neglected is the garden. Our outdoor spaces are supposed to be green and natural, but as with everything, there are some garden features that are more eco-friendly than others. Today we take a look at the three most common decking options, plastic, wood and composite, to determine which type is the best option for your environmentally friendly garden. When it comes to decking choices check out birminghamdecking.co.uk for a fine selection. Real-Wood Decking Traditional wooden decking has been used in gardens up and down the UK for as long as we can…
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3 Reasons to Switch to Organic Products Today
To the average person, getting into the organic movement can seem initially intimidating. But now, organic options are now everywhere at the supermarket, and you might even know a few people who choose to buy everything organic. If you’re looking to try these products out for yourself, it might be best to know what the term “organic” means and whether organic products are better than your usual staples. The standards governing the use of the term “organic” as it pertains to food products can vary from country to country. But in general, it means meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products that have not been subjected to artificial growth hormones and…
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A guide to going plastic free in 2020
Plastic is causing untold damage to the world’s oceans. Climate experts predict that if we continue throwing away plastic at the current rate, our oceans will contain more plastic than fish within the next 30 years. It’s time to make a change and reduce plastic use, but you don’t have to overhaul your life to make a difference – small changes will go a long way in the fight against climate change. With the new year just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your plastic use and work towards becoming plastic free. Offset book printing specialists Where The Trade Buys have put together this step-by-step guide to…
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Ways to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle
If you’ve had enough of living in a wasteful way and are looking for ways to live an eco-friendlier life, we have some top tips to get you started! Are you ready for ways to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle? 1. Recycle more and use less paper We’re very reliant on digital technology these days, so it’s easy to go without using a piece of paper. The less paper you use, the less that needs to be produced which means more trees get the chance to grow and prosper. By recycling just a short ton of paper, you can save nearly 20 mature trees. Call trusted Gold Coast skip bin…
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Environmentally friendly blogger
If ever there was a time we needed to save the planet it is now so I was delighted to hear from an environmentally friendly blogger.I used to be so cynical about global warming, the need to recycle and anything to do with protecting distant future generations. That has changed. As we see the impact of our use of plastic in our oceans and changes to the weather, it is clear something dramatic is going on. It can all seem a bit overwhelming but we can all take steps to be more environmentally friendly. I have always recognised that blogging can be used as a force for change. I am…
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Going vegan to protect the environment – Alice’s story
Alice from Magic Freebies kicked off 2019 by taking part in Veganuary, and she loved it so much she has stayed vegan. She shares her story about why she felt going vegan was a necessary step towards helping protect the environment. “I first developed an interest in green living whilst at university – there are so many resources out there for learning about what’s happening to the world around us and it’s hard to ignore all the doom and gloom! My interest for it came from a wish to eradicate any hypocrisies in my way of life – how could I say I care about the rise of ocean plastic…
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Environmentally Friendly Event Giveaways
Rightly so, the environment is more of a primary concern now more than ever! Everybody including consumers and businesses should be considering how earth friendly their choices are currently and how they can make them even greener! This post is about environmentally friendly event giveaways. As part of your brand’s ethos or CSR, you may want to review the type of promotional merchandise you offer and the impact it has on the environment. Fortunately, there are plenty of eco-friendly alternatives to ensure that you are limiting your impact on the environment and helping your potential customers do the same. Eco- Friendly Materials Choosing products made from recycled or recyclable materials…
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Setting up a seaweed business – Jane’s story
Seaweed is in plentiful supply in the British Isles which does make you wonder why we don’t eat it more often. I hope your enjoy my interview with Jane who wondered and then set about setting up a seaweed business. I loved hearing more about her life and the really straightforward advice she offers women who are considering taking the leap of faith into a new business. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenage years I grew up in Cumbria with my mum and my sister. (My dad died when I was 2 years old). We were lucky to have a really outdoorsy upbringing with amazing access to…
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Becoming vegan and helping animals in need
Victoria Bryceson is passionate about advocating a cruelty free, environmentally-friendly lifestyle and helping animals in need around the world. She is vegan and organises a series of Vegan Events UK festivals up and down the country. She is also founder of animal welfare and education charity Miracle’s Mission. Here she tells her story about becoming vegan and helping animals in need. Becoming vegan and helping animals in need “I became vegetarian 22 years ago when I first fully realised what meat was and where it came from. I also gave up eggs and wearing any leather clothing or footwear. This is the point when I made the connection that meat…
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How you can go green as a family
If you’ve got a family, it’s only natural to want to be able to provide the best for them. It shouldn’t mean you’re just focusing on the present, as being able to provide for them in the future is equally important. Being eco-wise means, you’re doing all you can to ensure there is a planet and resources for future generations, not just your children and grandchildren. It just so happens that adopting more environmentally habits can also be a more budget-friendly option. If you involve your kids in what you’re doing, by the time they’re adults it’ll be second nature, making it much easier for them to pass on their…