Environmental Awareness Days 2021
Everyday there seemed to be an ‘International day of xxx’ or ‘National day of xxx’ and in 2020 there were quite a few that I had missed. So I thought I would do a calendar for 2021.
ditching plastic
Ditching tea bags
For someone who has always used tea bags the transition to loose tea wasn’t as smooth as I thought it would be.
Plastic in tea bags
Us Brits are tea-lovers. We love our tea; we have it with cakes, biscuits, toast and we can even go to expensive shops to have luxury ‘afternoon tea experience’.
My Local Zero Waste Shop
Last year, I found out there was a local zero waste shop in my town called Bare Bazaar and I was really excited about it.
Make Your Own Food Mesh Bags
I needed some mesh bags for my shopping but reluctant to buy them brand new. I’ve been trying to buy second-hand where I could and I had an idea.
Things I No Longer Buy
Over the past year, I’ve become more aware of my carbon footprint which has made me make some changes in my life.
What I did for Plastic Free July 2020
For someone who has been making changes in an effort to reduce plastic use, I am embarrassed to admit I had never heard of Plastic Free July before.
Are we really killing the planet?
Due to human activity, we are accelerating climate change, I believe this to be true.
How Long Does Plastic Last?
As plastic has been woven into every part of our lives, I’ve made the assumption that majority of the rubbish is likely to be plastic
Alternatives to Cling Film
If you’re thinking about moving away from cling film, here are some alternatives