With busy twentieth century life dictating the flow of most people’s lives, it can be difficult to think and be as green as you would like to be. We aim to help you find simple ways to reduce your family’s carbon footprint, from kids to pets, days out to family events.
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Micro-Hybrid Technology Could Stop-Start An Eco-Car Revolution
Even the most environmentally minded among us often have to frequently rely on four wheel car transportation to get us from A to B so finding a low carbon emitting car, whether it's a family car or a commuter vehicle, is important.
Big Green Home Show Promotes Eco-Renovation and Self-Builds
The National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon will be hosting the Big Green Home Show this weekend, 23rd-25th October.
World Carfree Day 2009 Taking Place On 22nd September
Tuesday 22nd September 2009 is World Carfree Day, the day each year when people are urged to leave their cars at home and use alternative transport.
Paperback Version of The Self Sufficient-ish Bible Launched
The minds behind the Self Sufficient-ish website, which aims to help people find out about becoming more self sufficient and live a lower impact lifestyle whilst still enjoying the conveniences of modern life have published their pearls of wisdom in The Self Sufficient-ish Bible.
Low Impact Living: Simple Steps To A Greener Kitchen - Food
The food sitting in tins, bottles, cardboard boxes and plastic bags in your cupboards and fridges can have a huge impact on your family's carbon emissions.
Low Impact Living: Simple Steps To A Greener Kitchen - Appliances
For many people, the kitchen is the hub of the home; a busy room where lots goes on. For that reason the kitchen can also be one of the best places to start if you want to take steps to reduce your carbon footprint.
Visit local wildlife reserves such as RSPB sites. They are a great way for all ages to spend an afternoon in the fresh air, and ensure continued support for these important areas and the organisations that maintain them.