Astronomy (not the same as astrology) is a good hobby, to learn about the natural world. What’s also important is to protect the night sky for wildlife (too much light pollution affects everything from traffic hazards to migration – sea turtles are going into car parks to lay eggs, and birds often wake up too…
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How to Create Resilient Towns & Cities
Image A resilient town or city is one inspired by Transition Towns. Namely, that if the oil ran out tomorrow, you would still be okay! Most towns and cities today are run by oil: for the energy used to the fact that most people have to shop at supermarkets, due to a lack of local…
Uplifting Stories About Our Planet
Getting stressed out about climate change and endangered species? These books look at all the wonderful positive things that are happening, often due to passionate people who pursue their cause. It’s not always good to bury your head in the sand and avoid the ‘negative’ issues. But once you know the facts, it’s then important…
Zero Waste Sandwich Bags & Wraps
Reusable sandwich wraps and bags are alternatives to plastic bags (often made from clingfilm, which is polluting to produce and nearly impossible to recycle). As most have a waterproof lining, wipe-clean to avoid microplastics escaping the machine, or if laundering, use a Guppyfriend to catch them. You can often double-them-up to use as place mats,…
A Beginner’s Guide to Composting Toilets
Wonder how to use composting toilets? If you think they sound disgusting, they are not, if done well. Obviously they are not for everyone. But they can be good for allotments and other areas like for camping, and boats. Removing the water is actually what can if done well, remove the usual ‘toilet smells’ that…