climate change

10 ways to reduce your carbon footprint and save on energy bills

It’s a cliche but it’s also true that it’s not always easy being green. However, if you get into a routine, so that it becomes your new normal, there are some very simple things that you can do to reduce your carbon footprint and save on bills. I was recently forwarded this infographic which summarises 10ContinueContinue reading “10 ways to reduce your carbon footprint and save on energy bills”

Simple Things You Can Do To Save Coral Reefs – Guest post by Josh Kaplan

Coral reefs are one of the world’s greatest wonders. They are the ultimate place to see the immense beauty and variety of our oceans. Sadly, they’re also one of the hardest-hit parts of the environment across the planet. Thankfully, there are lots of simple, practical things you can do to protect our reefs and restoreContinueContinue reading “Simple Things You Can Do To Save Coral Reefs – Guest post by Josh Kaplan”

Can Small Changes Make a Big Impact on the Environment? – Guest post by Bobbi Peterson

Helping the environment and combatting climate change is a colossal task. We’re literally talking about saving all of the life that depends on the environment for survival, including the human race. With such a huge task at hand and dire predictions from climate scientists, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You might wonder what one personContinueContinue reading “Can Small Changes Make a Big Impact on the Environment? – Guest post by Bobbi Peterson”

5 ways to be a more eco-minded tea drinker

Like most British people I drink tea; a lot of tea. In fact, I have a full cup of tea on my desk right now as I type this post. Elsewhere on the desk sit three additional mugs, now empty but contained tea not so long ago. Taking tea is a basic part of ourContinueContinue reading “5 ways to be a more eco-minded tea drinker”

Thinkingcountry’s ‘Marine Wildlife Fortnight’

Like many people who grew up and regularly holidayed on the British coast I have spent hundreds of days walking beaches, collecting shells, rockpooling and swimming in British waters. A few years ago I worked for Essex Wildlife Trust on a coastal reserve, and thanks to the enthusiasm of the Trust’s Living Seas Coordinator, Sarah Allison,ContinueContinue reading “Thinkingcountry’s ‘Marine Wildlife Fortnight’”