Step into the festive spirit and discover the profound impact of weaving sustainability into your Christmas celebrations. Explore the positive influence of eco-friendly choices during this season of merriment, where each decision can contribute to a more environmentally conscious and mindful holiday experience. This guide unveils the joy of embracing sustainable practices, transforming your Christmas into a celebration that not only brings warmth to your heart but also leaves a lasting, positive imprint on our beloved planet. Unwrap the secrets to a greener Christmas and join us in crafting a ..read more

In a world where sustainability is no longer just a buzzword but a way of life, finding like-minded individuals and communities to share ideas, inspiration, and resources has never been easier. However, not all groups are made equal - some Facebook groups have lots of spammy posts, others are full of negative people, and some rare gems are the right balance between useful and friendly. Welcome to ZeroSmart's latest exploration into the eco-conscious universe where we unveil the top 10 Sustainable Facebook Groups in the UK, handpicked especially for you. Whether you're a seasoned eco-warrior or ..read more

Introduction: Can Carbon Offsetting Help in the Fight Against Climate Change? Many people have now heard about carbon offsetting but many questions still remain: What is carbon offsetting? Can carbon offsetting really help against climate change? How can I do carbon offsetting? In this article, we will break down the carbon offsetting process into simple steps, from calculating your carbon footprint to explaining how you can get involved with carbon offsetting. We will also address common misconceptions and shed light on the challenges associated with carbon offsetting. Spoiler: carbon offsett ..read more

As people are becoming more environmentally aware environmental websites are becoming more popular. We have put together a guide of the best environmental websites that you should be aware of (and links to where you can find them). 1. Treehugger ,Treehugger is a brilliant source for all things environmental. Whether you are after up-to-date news, solutions or tips and tricks, this is where you should be. There are eight different sections on their brilliant site, to suit your every need. These are: ,News, ,Environment, ,Home & Garden, ,Science, ,Policy, ,Eco-Design, ,Animals and ,More. 2 ..read more

We have put together a list of the top five gifts for the environmentalist dad. Whether you’re after sustainable beer soap, or a carbon footprint reduction gift - we have the perfect positive gifts for you. 1. Fathers Day Birds & Bees Gift Set with Plantable Card. Our first positive gift is this beautiful, Fathers Day Birds & Bees gift set with plantable cards, from My Little Habitat. The hamper comes with one plantable wild seed paper Fathers day note card (which can be handwritten before delivery), a handmade bird feeder, two suet nuggets in a Jute gift bag, one mini bee hotel, and o ..read more

We have put together a list of our Top Ten Sustainable Hobbies. Hobbies are a wonderful thing to have - they care for our mental health and connect us with ourselves, family, friends and community. Read on to find out if your sustainable hobby is on the list of the top 10 sustainable hobbies. 1. Knitting Knitting can be a beautiful sustainable hobby and something which can be enjoyed by the ,entire family. It is important to pick the correct yarn in order to keep this hobby sustainable. Yarns that are not sustainable are often filled with chemicals and microplastics. ,Sustainable yarns include ..read more

Regenerative agriculture is about farming in harmony with nature. It is a ,philosophy which focuses on nourishing people and the earth: restoring soil, and ecosystem health, addressing inequity and leaving our land, waters and climate in better shape than previously. ,Rhodes (2017) claimed that “regenerative agriculture has at its core the intention to improve the health of soil or to restore highly degraded soil, which symbiotically enhances the quality of water, vegetation and land-productivity.” ,Project Drawdown states that “regenerative agriculture enhances and sustains the health of the ..read more

Biophilic design is the practice of ,creating a closer connection to nature within a building's design. The design requires repeated engagement with nature (both directly or indirectly), with some of the most common ideas ,including: The addition of flora into walls, interior design, roofs, and landscaping, Where possible, the encouragement of fauna into the flora (particular insects and small birds), The use of natural light, Using natural materials such as timber, clay, or wood in the design, Realistic images of spaces in nature. Despite humans developing within the natural world, we are ..read more

Did you know that browning bananas create nearly ,50 million tonnes of food waste? They have been found to be the leading contributor to household waste. In 2019, the total production of bananas was estimated to be 117 million tons making it a leading crop in the world. With the average banana having a carbon footprint of ,80g of CO2e - reducing this waste could reduce huge amounts of carbon. Let’s make reducing food waste our top environmental trend of 2022. So… what can we do with our browning bananas? Find out in this eco blog! 1. Make Banana Bread Our favorite recipe is ,this recipe by ,Si ..read more

We will discuss what climate change is, what causes climate change, and ways to help - all in ways that are easy to understand for our little eco-warriors. What is Climate Change? ,Climate change is the process of our planet heating up. It has been estimated by scientists that since the industrial revolution, human activity has caused the Earth to warm up by approximately 1°C. While this might not sound like much, it means big things for the people and wildlife and for us on our Earth. Rising temperatures do not (unfortunately!) cause only nicer weather - they also make our climate more ,extre ..read more