In our series “EcoHomeLife Explains” we look at common terms and concepts surrounding sustainability and explain them briefly and simply. In this edition we ask: is net-zero achievable? If you are interested in reducing the impact you have on our environment, you probably have come across the concept of net-zero. Most countries have net-zero strategies … Read more
8 November 2023 – Fast fashion brand Boohoo has again come under fire for their unethical business practices. But the way fast fashion brands make money isn’t just unethical, it’s also bad for the environment. Back in 2020, the online fashion retailer Boohoo promised to clean up its act and improve its business practices. Workers … Read more
One important part of creating a sustainable laundry routine is swapping to earth-friendly laundry products that don’t contain harmful and toxic chemicals. In my quest to live a more sustainable life, I have recently set my sights on my laundry routine. There are many small changes you can make to reduce the impact washing your … Read more
31 October 2023 – A new report will make the hair stand up on the back of the neck of many climate activists and other concerned people. There is a chance that the world will breach 1.5°C sooner than initially thought. Halloween is a favourite time for many, not just for children. Halloween parties, scary … Read more
The EcoHomeLife Explains series explains commonly used terms around sustainability simply and briefly. In this part of the series we answer the question: is a carbon footprint bad for the environment? You probably have heard the term “carbon footprint”. It’s been part of the discussion about sustainability for a while. If you want to live … Read more
24 October 2023 – The global energy watchdog predicts that by 2030 renewable energy will provide 50% of the electricity worldwide. But despite this progress on renewables, it warned that carbon emissions are still too high to avert a climate catastrophe. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its yearly World Energy Outlook (WEO) report, … Read more
Are you looking for a totally natural laundry detergent with zero impact on the environment? I’ll show you how to make your own laundry detergent from conkers. I’m on a journey to live a more sustainable life, and recently I have turned my attention to my laundry routine. Through my research I discovered that conventional … Read more
18 October 2023 – After the Prime Minister announced a U-turn on the government’s green policies, many environmentalists were concerned. Now the government’s own climate advisers have revealed the impact of the delayed climate targets on the British people and the environment. When Rishi Sunak announced changes to the UK’s climate targets last month, he … Read more
Commonly used laundry detergents use harmful chemicals that impact on our environment. By using soap nuts for laundry, you can ditch these nasty chemicals for good. I have been doing a lot of research into creating a sustainable laundry routine. One thing that struck me the most was how many nasty chemicals are used in … Read more
10 October 2023 – This year has seen the hottest July as well as the warmest September ever recorded. Now analysis by the BBC has revealed that the world has breached 1.5°C on 86 days in 2023 so far. In 2015, world leaders signed the Paris Agreement, in which they agreed to keep the earth’s … Read more