Did you know that an estimated 2,000 tonnes of plastic waste is generated from Halloween celebrations each year?  Now that's scary! There are so many ways to keep the Halloween spirit alive with fun, costumes and games, but without the waste.   Let's make this Halloween a sustainable one.   Here ...

Do you use single use plastic food storage bags?  Did you know that they are one of the biggest waste factors in the home?  Many are used once and thrown away, ending up in landfill or polluting our oceans.  Not to mention the cost of buying a fresh set of disposable bags each time.    That’s whe...

Happy Organic September! 🌱Organic September is a month long campaign to raise the awareness of the benefits of organic farming and eating organic food.Produce can be called organic if it's certified to have grown on soil that had no prohibited substances applied for three years prior to harvest. ...

The UK generates a huge amount of waste every year.  This waste has a massive impact on our environment and wildlife. This Zero Waste Week is a good time to reflect on what changes you can make to reduce waste in your household. Habits are everything, so here are 5 low waste habits to get you sta...

After a hot and balmy summer, September is fast approaching.   If you have children, you will do doubt be preparing for the big return to school. When it comes to packed lunches, do you feel there is just too much waste inside your child's lunch box?  It can be hard to avoid when so many items co...

A metal lunch box is a great eco friendly and non-toxic alternative to that plastic lunch boxes we have become so accustomed to.    As environmental awareness grows, many are seeking eco-friendly alternatives to the most prevalent material we use: plastic. Stainless steel is one of the greatest s...