Category Archives: green living
Spring lamb
Ah, the first signs of spring in the English countryside – darling little lambs! Last weekend I cuddled and bottle-fed some of them just like they were infants – except for one big difference – these little guys are going to the … Continue reading
Filed under ethical living, green living
Resist the urge to upgrade
If mobile phones are the latest fashion accessory, I’m on the worst dressed list. Friends have been chortling at my ancient Nokia for years but it never bothered me. Handed down to me by my boyfriend, my mobile came with an ancient … Continue reading
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Happy feet
I’ve been shocked by the crap curbside recycling schemes in Britain since moving here three years ago. Despite an EU crackdown on waste disposal, which forced the UK Government to promise to cut the amount of biodegradable waste going to landfill by … Continue reading
Filed under Birmingham, green living, thrifty
greener than thou?
There are three types of ‘green’ consumers according to a new study released by Leeds University: 1. “Selectors” – these types go green with one aspect of their lives – recycling or composting, buying local veg, or switching to a renewable energy plan … Continue reading
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