Sustainability
The Most Sustainable Diet? What You Need To Know
Introduction Is there a ‘Most Sustainable Diet’? Let’s find out. Eating sustainably is a simple term that comes with a lot of associations and caveats. However, there is a huge difference between eating environmentally sustainably and eating sustainably. Vegan diets have been glamorised for their environmental and ethical focus, as they should be. However, these […]
Climate Impact Labels: Innovative Solution To The Climate Crisis?
What are Climate Impact Labels? Climate Impact labels are the concept that food in shops should have High, Moderate and Low Carbon climate impact labels, stating the status of the foods and whether they are environmentally sustainable. A recent study from John Hopkins found tested how effective High and low climate impact labels on fast […]
5 Creative and Easy Ways You Can Upcycle Household Items
Introduction One of the best ways you can reduce wastage and bring new life to household products is to upcycle household items that are no longer able to serve their original purpose but are still in good condition to be able to use for another purpose. This is a great way to reduce your carbon […]
Thought-Provoking Environmental Impacts of the Covid Pandemic
What is Covid 19? Covid 19, otherwise referred to as Corona Virus, is a novel virus that caused widespread panic around the globe. Four variants were considered to be of the largest concern. These are Identified as the Alpha, Beta, Delta and Omnicron Variants. Each of these had different rates of transmissibility and deadliness. What […]
Disposable Vapes – A Carcinogen Of The Planet
What are vapes/e-cigarettes? Vaping is the inhalation and exhalation of vapour, usually from an electronic device. Most of these devices contain nicotine and have a variety of different flavours to choose from. The original design of vapes was to reduce the use of cigarettes, however, it has gradually turned into the new modern-day cigarette. Vape […]
This Is How Electric Vehicles Will Revolutionise Transport.
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular, cheaper and practical to run as the years go by. EVs have previously been branded as impractical and aspirational due to the lack of infrastructure embedded in the UK. EVs rely on the use of charging points to operate. In contrast to petroleum and Fiedler fuelled cars whereby […]
15 Easy Sustainable Living Tips For An Eco-friendly Home
Introduction Creating an eco-friendly home is by no means an easy feat to achieve, as there will always be room for improvement. This article details 15 ways you can make a start today! Be the change you seek to see in the world. 15 Easy Sustainable Living Tips 1. Become Self-sufficient If you have a […]
5 Ways To Inspire Environmentalism in Schools
Introduction As a geography teacher based on the fringes of London, there’s always lots of talk on how schools can demonstrate environmentally friendly practices, in a manageable and sustainable way. Whilst keeping costs down and taking as little time as possible. Given how frantic the average school day is for teachers and students alike! After […]
Surprising Ways Microplastics Are Damaging Your Health
What Are Micro Plastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic shards or pieces that result from commercial product development and the breakdown of larger plastics. By the U.S National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) microplastics are any fragment of plastic less than 5mm in length. Consumption of Microplastics Researchers estimate that more than 8.3 billion tonnes of […]
How To Be More Sustainable in 2023!
Introduction Do you want to become more sustainable in 2023? Here I. a great place to start with 5 ways you can be more environmentally conscious with your lifestyle decisions. In this article we cover Thrifting, Reducing plastic use. food labels, eco-friendly transport options and eating more plant-based alternatives. Start Thrifting An amazing way to […]