Who is responsible for cutting emissions? It’s a question we frequently hear as we imagine you do. If you’re someone who is trying to be greener at home or at work, you might be hearing it from your colleagues and friends too. “How and why should individuals change how they live, isn’t it the responsibility …
Everyday there are steps people can take to help control the runaway effects of climate change which is leading to wildfires and droughts. But everyone needs to find the steps which are right for them and which they’re motivated to start now. That’s why Giki Zero has just launched four new steps. Because the more …
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We know climate change, sustainability and all things environmental can seem overwhelming. But we believe, the more informed you are about an issue, the better equipped we are to tackle the problem. Here are 20 ways you can learn more about the climate crisis through books and podcasts and build on your sustainability knowledge. Podcasts …
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Shopping can sometimes feel like going plastic-free is a distant fantasy. Recent images of face masks and gloves washed up on beaches remind us of damage caused by single-use plastics. But there are many benefits to plastic. It is tough, strong, cheap, and provides good protection. The trouble with plastic is that it does not …
There are many reasons to reduce waste in our lives, and lots of benefits. Cutting back on waste not only saves you money, but it also reduces greenhouse gas emissions, plastic pollution and can help nature too. The more we waste, the more we are using the Earth’s resources, like water, land and energy, and …
Fossil fuels are the main source of energy for most of the world, but they also contribute to the climate crisis by emitting greenhouse gases that warm up the planet. As fossil fuel prices rise and affect our cost of living, we can take steps to reduce our dependence on them and save money and …
Every September, thousands of people across the UK head to the coast to take-part in the Great British Beach Clean. In addition to being a great excuse to clean your local beach, taking part means joining in with a week-long science event. Litter data helps inform and drive the conservation work of the Marine Conservation …
Every year, over 200 million tonnes of plastic is produced for single use, and it can take hundreds of years to decompose. The good news is there are many ways to reduce plastic usage, so why not start your Plastic Detox today?
Have you ever seen a product or a company that claims to be eco-friendly, but you have doubts about how true that is? If so, you might have encountered a case of greenwashing. Greenwashing is a term that describes the practice of making false or misleading claims about the environmental benefits of a product. It’s …
Clothing is not always top of the list when we think about our planet. However what we wear can have a large impact, especially as clothes shopping, ‘retail therapy’ and the huge range of clothes available mean that many of us have more than we need in the cupboard. The true cost of fast fashion …