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A low-cost guide to low-carbon living

Lowering your household emissions doesn’t have to break the bank. Karla Jakupovic shares some simple and budget-friendly actions anyone can take around the home to…
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Low-carbon actions that won’t compromise your lifestyle

Did you know being sustainable doesn’t mean you have to compromise on your lifestyle and comfort? Karla Jakupovic has your small actions and smart investments…
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How to have a waste-less Easter

With a bit of careful planning, you can reduce your waste whilst still enjoying all the traditions and treats that Easter deserves. Here’s our tips…
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Composting for any lifestyle or budget

Did you know there are many ways you can compost? Our low-carbon living coach, Cherie Pasion, has your composting questions answered.
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Sustainable changes that can add value to your property

There are many things you can to make your home more sustainable. But what about improving the value of your property at the same time?…
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Getting started with your native plants 

You may not be much of a green thumb but if you’ve taken a leaf of faith with some free native plants, Hannah Turner has…
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Get your recycling game face on

If you’re looking at reducing waste and recycling around your home you might not have considered the contents of your toiletry bag, but did you…
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Save money, save food

Whether you’re looking for some tips on meal planning or trying to get your grocery budget back on track, start off 2023 by setting yourself…
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Money-saving powerhacks: bathroom and kitchen edition

What’s a powerhack, you ask? Think of it as a life hack that helps you save on your power bills. With energy prices at a…
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