Category: Environment
Leicester City tops league table for most eco-friendly football fans
They may be unlikely to reproduce their fairy tale footballing heroics of 2016, but Leicester City fans can take solace in the fact they've been crowned the greenest fan base in England. A survey of 100 fans from each club in the top flight were asked a range of questions about their eco-friendly habits –…
Top 10 European cities for air quality/EV uptake revealed
Oslo (pictured above) tops the list for European city with the best air quality New research has found that five UK cities have made it into the top ten list for the best electric vehicle uptake and air quality in Europe. The study, by Vanarama, revealed whether EV uptake has improved air…
Kindred partners with Virgin Media O2 for Feel Good Shopping
Kindred, a tech for good revenue and loyalty solution for app publishers, has joined forces with Virgin Media O2, to help customers save money and support eco-projects while online shopping. The exclusive ‘Feel Good Shopping’ feature is now live in the ‘My O2’ app giving customers discounts and deals at over 70% of the top UK online retailers and more…
Almost a third of Brits admit they waste water, claims survey
Nearly a third of Brits admit to knowingly wasting water A poll of 2,000 adults found a quarter have showers for longer than 10 minutes each, while 45 per cent don’t turn the taps off when brushing their teeth. Nearly a third admitted to knowingly wasting water, with 29 per cent…
1 in 3 in denial about environmental issues, claims study
A poll of 2,000 adults found 29 per cent admit they are ‘in denial’ when it comes to environmental issues and hope the problem will just go away on its own. Just one in four (25 per cent) consider online shopping to be bad for the planet, despite the carbon footprint of deliveries, while only…
2 in 3 get mood boost helping the environment, claims research
A poll of 2,000 adults discovered they take pride when buying products that reduce their impact on the environment such as washing out tubs to reuse them or disposing of food waste in their very own compost bin. Half also get a buzz from taking a ‘bag for life’ to the shops with them, while…
Is NFL Doing Their Part For Sustainability?
We all know that we need to take part in reducing our carbon footprint and live a more sustainable way of life, just to reduce our negative impact on the planet. However, it is easy to forget that every organization or sport creates a carbon footprint, especially when we are watching our favorite teams compete…
Top 30 ‘green habits’ of Brits revealed – recycling tops list
Growing their own veg, driving an electric vehicle – and stopping use of the tumble dryer are the sustainable lifestyle choices Brits are choosing to prioritise But the single most significant act is simply to recycle as much as possible, according 53 per cent of adults. Using low-energy light bulbs and turning off household tech…
Practical Tips For Working From Home Sustainably
People are increasingly abandoning the office in favour of remote work. Working from home has several benefits, including flexibility in your work schedule and no transportation expenditure. However, it also implies that you will use more energy, which may affect the environment and your budget! Fortunately, there are numerous strategies to lessen your carbon footprint…
Brits plan to spend on second-hand gifts this Xmas
Almost four in 10 adults are motivated to shop second-hand this Xmas, claims Oxfam A study of 2,000 adults who celebrate Christmas revealed 62 per cent consider the current climate crisis as an important factor when buying pre-owned items. Nearly a quarter (24 per cent) are changing their purchasing habits this…