And the Future?

It is well known that emissions from cookstoves are detrimental to human health through air pollution, but with limited access to alternatives it is the reality for many. The problem is compounded  through the demand for wood, which contributes to deforestation. Reducing cookstove use is a win-win solution for both communities and their...

It takes a bit of planning (you have to collect your leaves for mulching last autumn) but it is worth it. Suppresses weeds and helps the flowers grow!

I'll be taking my first flight for over two years next month, so I thought I should offset it. I used www.climatecare.org (a B Corp) to do it.

Hi All, My "why" is simple. As well as supporting Project Drawdown - a tremendously important and ambitious initiative - I wanted something that would help me learn as well as kicking me into some action (and holding me accountable)! 

I was reminded how much of a complex and controversial issue biomass is. On the surface a natural, renewable alternative to fossil fuels is welcome but if the net emissions from the life cycle of making and burning pellets is greater than the overall CO2 saving, or if the rate of use of resources is greater than they can be replaced, then the...

I knew that most food can still be eaten past the best by date as I have done it before. In my opinion you can always tell when a product is off. Either by the way it looks, smells (or if you dare!) tastes. However I didn't know what a sell by date was exactly and that it was mainly for store management and doesn't indicate a safety date...

I had to throw out half a squash because I forgot about it in the fridge and it was beyond saving. Also some left over salad and half an onion that I had not finished before I went away for Easter. I will be giving it away on Olio or to friends/neighbours next time.

I have cooked 1 zero waste meal today! Simple but tasty: roast potatoes from the farmers market with homemade vegan wild garlic pesto!