What is an eco-holiday? An eco-holiday is one that is taken thoughtfully and responsibly and where the impact on the environment is taken into account, including the impact on people and animals as well as the natural world. What should be considered? Everything we do has an impact on our environment so we should be … Continue reading Eco-holidays
Category: Further reading
Don’t listen to me…
Here are some of my favourite websites for carbon cutting advice. Consistently, the highest impact points are: go vegan, travel by foot/bike only and (most controversially), have fewer kids. Well, whatever works for you, be sure to read the advice and make an informed decision. S https://www.carbonfootprint.com/minimisecfp.html https://cotap.org/reduce-carbon-footprint/ https://www.wwf.org.uk/what-we-do/projects/reducing-carbon-emissions-uk https://climatecare.org/50-ideas-shrinking-carbon-footprint/ https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.kentlive.news/news/kent-news/do1thing-climate-change-kent-3743921.amp
#Do1Thing
I've just been reading how doing nothing could destroy parts of Kent by 2050. Devastating floods, mass agricultural failure, loss of biodiversity, extreme temperatures (the 2018 heatwave caused an extra 900 deaths), and introduction of new diseases (like malaria), could all contribute to the demise of the Garden of England within just 3 decades. It's … Continue reading #Do1Thing
Vegan Essentials
It hasn't been long but, as a foodie, I've done lots of research already. Here are my top tips for stocking up the pantry. Holland & Barratt vegan multivits - until I can be totally sure I'm getting all I need. Nutritional yeast flakes - B12 hit and grated cheese alternative. Sheese - the best … Continue reading Vegan Essentials
Pearly Whites
I was so excited to receive my new toothpaste. Sad, I know! But toothpaste is one of those products we use daily for our entire lives so to cut all that plastic out of our lives would make a huge difference. So, spearmint for me and peppermint for him, along with peppermint mouthwash for both. … Continue reading Pearly Whites
Veganuary Video
It's the perfect time for these wowsome films. Whether you're vegan-curious, asking for a friend or just looking for insight into this worldwide phenomenon of a cult that seems to be taking over the world, this is where to start. Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret - https://g.co/kgs/ktEjGCThe Game Changers https://g.co/kgs/8D3qYpWhat the Health - https://g.co/kgs/JQ8CAHForks Over Knives … Continue reading Veganuary Video
Testing The Theory
On 22nd April, I committed to going vegan. It took 5 months for me to make that transition but I've now been plant based for 5 weeks and it was a million times easier than I ever imagined! I was vegetarian already so it was perhaps easier for me to transition than it would be … Continue reading Testing The Theory
New Found Energy
Finally got round to switching to 100% renewable energy. Used a comparison website and selected Pure Planet as the best value and service provider. The switch is in progress so I can't rate it yet except to say that the process so far has been surprisingly easy. Soon I'll have 100% renewable electricity (however much … Continue reading New Found Energy
Keep Calm And Let Me Panic
Will people please stop telling me to calm down? The bloody world is on fire! I am not telling you to panic. I'm not telling, asking or even encouraging you to don a mask, grab a hose and run headfirst into the flames. I have the mask, the hose and the (perhaps self-destructive) determination to … Continue reading Keep Calm And Let Me Panic
End of the World?
When you can see the end of the world, nothing is the end of the world except the end of the world. My laundry bin is overflowing, my insurance is overdue and dinner is beans on toast again. All or oven any of these things would seem the end of the world to many people. … Continue reading End of the World?