Why we all need to prepare for floods and droughts here in the UK When you’re looking out at heavy rain, it’s difficult to imagine drought as an issue in the UK. So the statistic that there is less fresh water per person in the South East of England than there is per person in Morocco is quite shocking. Angela Terry 2 Jul 2019 4 min read Flooding
Rethinking drinking bottles: a refillable water bottle can make a world of difference for now and the future. Plastic Free July is a challenge that started in Australia but is now spreading all over the world as we struggle to contain our containers and banish our overwhelming plastic waste. So it’s a great time to pledge against plastic - and what better place to start than with the humble drinking bottle? Angela Terry 1 Jul 2019 4 min read Recycling and Waste
Top reads on climate change: recommended by you! At One Home we absolutely believe in the power and resources of individual people to tackle climate change and help secure a better future for our children. So who better to ask for recommendations on good reads on the issue than our brilliant One Home community? Angela Terry 27 Jun 2019 7 min read Further Reading
Business and climate change: How to achieve net zero emissions Businesses CAN go green and still be successful. And now’s the time for businesses to lead the way in cutting their carbon footprint and getting the UK to Net Zero emissions before 2050. Vicky Murray has been Sustainability Manager at Pukka Herbs for two years. Here she describes Pukka’s journey to reducing its carbon, and gives her top tips on setting carbon targets. Angela Terry 13 Jun 2019 6 min read Business and Government
A lightbulb moment: Why switching to LEDs will save you money, waste and a whole lot of carbon Lighting accounts for 20% of all the energy consumption in the UK and there’s increasing talk about LED bulbs these days. So what is it about LEDs (Light-Emitting Diodes, if you want their full name!) that makes them such an all-round good option? Angela Terry 13 Jun 2019 5 min read Energy Saving
Good news on climate change: seven stories to get you fired up about solutions Great news hit the headlines when our new YouGov poll showed a record number of Brits want to take action on climate change. Even more impressively, we’re willing to pay more taxes to see that happen. But that's not the only bit of good news. Angela Terry 13 Jun 2019 6 min read Further Reading
Exclusive: new poll reveals over half (55%) of Brits think climate change poses a threat to people living in the UK and over a third are prepared to pay higher taxes to decrease carbon emissions A new YouGov survey conducted for One Home, the carbon saving project (a one-stop shop for people looking for positive solutions to reduce their impact on the planet), has found Brits are concerned about global heating. Angela Terry 4 Jun 2019 3 min read Further Reading
Sustainable shopping: Nine high street brands taking steps to bring style with conscience The High Street and sustainability are not always the most obvious pairing. But while searching out the niche sustainable companies is great, it can be time consuming. Fortunately there are companies on the high street working to bring down their carbon footprint, sort out their supply chains, and work towards making every garment ‘green’. Angela Terry 28 May 2019 6 min read Shopping
Daddy Cool: brilliant earth-friendly Father’s Day gifts Father’s Day is on 16 June - time to let Dad know he’s loved and appreciated. But this year, why not spoil Dad without spoiling the planet? Here’s our rundown of the best eco gifts for Dads in 2019. Angela Terry 23 May 2019 4 min read Seasonal
Malta by train: How travelling without planes can become a big adventure Giving up air travel is a positive step to reducing your carbon footprint. But it doesn’t have to mean giving up travelling or never going abroad. In fact, flight-free travel can turn getting around into an adventure all of its own, says complementary therapist and charity worker Linda Jones, who shares her account of travelling to Malta by train. Angela Terry 23 May 2019 4 min read Holidays
Escape to the forest: why we all benefit from reconnecting with nature Swapping your long haul flight for a UK forest holiday could hold the key to a truly relaxing break. So, instead of joining the queues at Heathrow, why not stay closer to home, tap into nature, and take a deep, calming breath for your next break? Angela Terry 17 May 2019 4 min read Leisure
Alternative heating sources – what you need to know With carbon emissions from heat up for the second consecutive year in the UK, we urgently need alternative heating sources. So how do we switch from fossil fuel reliance to renewable energy heat? Angela Terry 13 May 2019 7 min read Renewables
