The latest energy saving technology available anywhere in the world is showcased at the start of each year at the Consumer Electronic Show. This year it was held at the beginning of January in Las Vegas. Environmental Themes Although the Consumer Electronic Show is primarily for business, it is encouraging [...]
Most of the measures that you can take to reduce your energy usage are relatively expensive or affect your lifestyle in a big way. Getting loft insulation, solar panels or a new energy efficient boiler can cost thousands and giving you your car to rely on a bike could mean [...]
Everyone knows that having single glazed windows is a disaster as far as energy usage is concerned. Many houses already have double glazed windows and one of the objectives of the government is to refurbish many more homes in the next five years so that they have more energy efficient [...]
Reducing the amount of energy that you use up and your carbon footprint is becoming increasingly important. One of the easiest ways to improve energy efficiency in the home is to install low energy light bulbs, rather than traditional ones. But what are low energy light bulbs and how do [...]
The more energy efficient your home is the better – both for the environment and your property’s value. But achieving a truly carbon neutral home can mean making a financial investment in your home through a more ambitious green project. Energy micro-generation solar panels, hydro-electric systems or wind turbines can [...]
The rise of organic foods has been one of the most significant developments in the recent ‘green revolution.’ Eco-shopping is no longer for the reserves of the eco-warrior and has moved into the mainstream. But though we know they are supposed to be better for us and the environment there’s [...]
Insulating your home is one of the best ways to make your home energy efficient – and one of the key ways to save energy is through double glazing. Double glazing acts as second layer of protection for your home from losing heat. And when around half of heat used [...]
The idea of ethical shopping traditionally brings up images of eco warriors mung beans and other stereotypes – but forget all that. Making ethical decisions as you shop is a modern, fashionable and smarter way of thinking for any 21st century consumer. But where do you start? With products, brands, [...]
