Author: kirsten

Edwards, one of the largest employers in Somerset, is backing plans to create a traffic-free path to help more of its employees get to and from work more sustainably and safely. The semiconductor manufacturer has offices and a factory in Clevedon and employs almost 800 people, many local and others from further afield. However, the…

Since launching my eco kids’ newspaper in January, the hardest part for me has been finding those eco alternatives for parents and children. I wanted to share with you this Christmas my favourite finds this year! Here are my top ten gift ideas for you and your children this Christmas. Rowdy Kind Bar: Plastic bottles…

BBC Studios, Moon Eye Productions and Live Nation are delighted to announce BBC Earth Experience – a ground-breaking new attraction offering visitors the chance to experience the extraordinary diversity of our seven unique continents, on the most epic scale featuring bespoke narration from David Attenborough. BBC Earth Experience will showcase footage, including extended scenes to fully immerse the…

“I write from the less ordinary perspective of having spent my twenties living in the woods (this is not an exaggeration – I slept on the forest floor, under a tarp, no tent) working for Ray Mears as a bushcraft and survival instructor.” Ever been bored by ecology? Ever felt vegan curious? Ever thought vegans…

22nd November, London UK – A group of environmentally passionate students have created artwork to reimagine London’s West End, showcasing their recommendations to make the area more sustainable. In a series of eye-catching artworks, the students had their visions for the future screened on the Piccadilly Lights to Londoners in a bid to inspire positive…

Vuadens, Switzerland… Swiss technology start-up Morand has launched a breakthrough energy storage technology, Morand eTechnology, that can recharge a city car in 72 seconds. The unique hybrid system combines the characteristics of an ultracapacitor with that of a chemical battery to create a durable and ultra-fast energy pack that can be usefully recharged in seconds. Morand…

English wine pioneer, The Uncommon, has announced its first international foray, with the launch of new local brand, The Uncommon Wine of New Zealand. As the UK’s first Certified B Corp™ winemaker, The Uncommon is committed to sustainable growth and keeping things local. Rather than exporting wines around the globe, it has created a unique growth…

Organibox -the 100% Soil Association Accredited organic fruit and vegetables delivery box service – has just launched its Christmas Box. For £23.50, its Christmasbox is full to the brim with all the classic organic vegetables needed to make the perfect Christmas dinner as well as seasonal clementines and fruit for drink garnishes. There are three delivery dates to choose from 21,…

“We strive to use only sustainable materials“:In five years, Schleich figurines will be recyclable or biodegradable.Additionally, the company seeks Cradle to Cradle® certification by 2027 and is working on finding recycled or bio-based materials. Munich, 17 November 2022 | The toy manufacturer Schleich has set itself the goal of producing its toys in a more…

Vitæ hit its crowdfunding target for its innovative indoor garden in just 48 hours on IndieGogo, and aims to build bigger and more refined units which can be used domestically and commercially in urban spaces London, UK — 16 November 2022 — Vitæ, the award-winning company that aims to reinvent urban agriculture, has overfunded its…