Author: Robin Eveleigh

Rather than updating and replacing technology, there is growing interest in products that are designed to be long-lasting and easily repaired or upgraded. The onus may not be solely on consumers, however, as manufacturers have made it challenging to fix items, which feeds into our throwaway culture. Newer devices include laptops, phones, and even vacuum… Continue reading Three good things: longlife tech to inspire us beyond our throwaway culture

Shopping can be a taxing experience, especially if one is not mindful of their purchases. However, mindful shopping has a solution that will not require much effort or money. Mindful shopping means taking time to think before making a purchase, making sure that the purchase aligns with intentions, ethics, and means. Here are ten tricks… Continue reading 20 ways to shop more mindfully (and resist pressure to part with cash)

The UK reached a record-breaking level of renewable energy use, generating 48% of electricity in Q1 of 2023 – an impressive feat considering just 13 years ago only 7% came from renewables. However, there is still a long way to go before the country’s goal of a decarbonised electricity system by 2035 is reached. The… Continue reading 100% renewable electricity for the UK – how close are we?

Climate change, endangered species, and LGBTQ+ rights saw some positive developments this week. China, the world’s biggest polluter, is set to experience a drop in CO2 emissions. Carbon Brief analysed the country’s low-carbon energy infrastructure to conclude that the decline is likely to begin next year with fossil fuel use set to enter structural decline. This… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about

In an attempt to show their appreciation for clients and employees in a more meaningful and memorable way, companies are becoming more creative with their Christmas gift choices. While traditional gestures such as gift vouchers and Christmas food hampers remain popular, more values-led companies are opting for gifts with a positive, socially conscious message. Wholegrain… Continue reading All I want for Christmas is: Positive News

As the world continues to grapple with the numerous environmental challenges caused by widespread pollution and waste, several European startups are working on innovative solutions to reinvent difficult-to-recycle items.They are part of the 2023 cohort for Green Alley Award, an esteemed prize that recognizes Europe’s most outstanding circular startups that aim to shift to a… Continue reading The startups reinventing notoriously hard-to-recycle items

As the leaves fall and the days get shorter, it’s the perfect time to learn a new skill. And what better way to do that than by enrolling in one of the many free online courses available this autumn? From cooking up a storm with microbes and fungi to learning the science of happiness, there’s… Continue reading Five free online courses to upskill your autumn

Solar power is on the rise globally, and the UK government has set its sights on a fivefold increase in solar capacity by 2035. However, arrays on farmland may soon be banned, meaning floating solar could be the answer. Renewable energy firm Trinzic has launched a campaign calling on the UK government to support 30GW… Continue reading Floating solar panels: the future of clean energy?

New research from University College London suggests that dementia rates are set to double in England and Wales by 2024. Poor lifestyle choices have been identified as a key factor driving this sharp rise. Although promising strides towards defeating Alzheimer’s disease – the most common form of dementia – have recently been made, the old… Continue reading Six lifestyle choices that can slash your risk of developing dementia

Beans may hold the key to making our diets more sustainable and fighting climate change, according to research by academics at the University of Exeter. Swapping meat for plant-based foods like beans could trigger a “cascade of decarbonisation” capable of reducing deforestation, CO2 emissions and global malnutrition. With meat accounting for 60% of the planet’s… Continue reading Use your bean: how the tiny but mighty legume is having a moment