Category: Environment
7 ways to be more sustainable and save money
Making greener choices isn’t just beneficial for the environment, it can also save money. In conjunction with Which? we've collated a list of simple consumer product swaps you can make. Swap takeaway cups for a flask or reusable coffee cup Disposable takeaway drinks cups usually cannot be recycled so they mostly end up in landfill,…
2 in 3 business leaders believe we’re heading towards green skills shortage
A poll of 500 decision makers found 57 per cent think these specialised skills are important to their business – but many are struggling to find skilled staff, particularly in areas of sustainable engineering and finance. To plug this gap, more than one in four (27 per cent) are actively identifying opportunities and anticipating future…
Wind and solar reached a record 12% of global electricity in 2022
Wind and solar reached a record 12% of global electricity in 2022, up from 10% in 2021, according to a major report launched today by energy think tank Ember. The report forecasts that from 2023 wind and solar will push the world into a new era of falling fossil generation, and therefore falling power sector…
Holding onto Your Smartphone – an Environmental Approach
Smartphones all need an eventual upgrade, but this creates a problem of waste. Tempting as it might be to run out and purchase the most recent iteration of iPhone when it hits shelves, this isn't a winning approach for the environment or your wallet. Instead, there are good reasons to hold onto your phone for…
6 top tips to reduce food waste and save money
Climate action charity Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) found that UK consumers throw out around a sixth of the food they buy. This amounts to 4.5 million tonnes of edible food waste annually, costing each of us £210 a year on average. Not only is food waste a huge environmental issue, but it also…
Top 10 reasons Brits generate food waste revealed
Brits admit they generate so much food waste – because their eyes are bigger than their bellies, ingredients go out of date and confusion over portion sizes. A study of 2,000 adults revealed making more than is required, a lack of time to accurately measure out ingredients and not planning ahead were among the top…
How to ensure your new home is energy efficient to save on bills
With energy bills continuing to rise by an eye-watering 27% since the increased price cap on 1st October, it has never been more crucial to ensure your home is as energy efficient as possible. However, many UK homeowners are unsure as to what to look out for when it comes to ensuring optimal energy efficiency…
7 Tips for Unwanted Christmas Gifts
A recent survey by consumer group Which? found that a quarter (24%) of people said they had received an unwanted or unsuitable gift last Christmas. Whether you're looking to be more sustainable or want to save some extra cash, we've got together with Which? to gather ideas for how to tactfully get rid of, or,…
Nearly 3 in 4 don’t know how much electrical appliances cost to run
Research has revealed what a typical month’s energy usage looks like for the average Brit – with the kitchen using £117 of electricity in total. A poll of 2,000 UK adults revealed the kettle will be popped on to brew a cuppa for a total of 11 minutes every day, equating to £5.61 a month.…
Half of adults now shopping more sustainably, survey shows
A poll of 2,000 adults found 47 per cent are now choosing more sustainable ways to shop compared to last year - giving rise to the ‘recommerce economy’ of recycling, renting, reusing and reselling. And 85 per cent of those who have chosen to rent items, rather than buying new, have done so at least…
