What is Passivhaus? The gold standard in energy efficiency

22 July 2022

Ever heard the term Passivhaus? We find out how Passivhaus buildings work and consider how to use the principles in your own…

What is climate change?

15 July 2022

Extreme weather events can have severe impacts, and pose an increasing threat as climate changes. But what is climate change and why…

The Climate Change Committee’s 2022 report: actions speak louder than words

5 July 2022

How much do you know about the Climate Change Committee, what did it say, and why does its latest report matter?

A very easy guide to recycling plastic

30 June 2022

We’ve created this simple and easy to use guide to plastic recycling at home to help everyone recycle more.

What are the benefits of community owned wind power?

15 June 2022

With more people taking an interest in community owned wind power, we take a look at the benefits of these projects and…

Nine alternatives to plastic that are better for the environment

1 June 2022

To mark the phase out of single-use plastic, we’ve rounded up our nine favourite alternatives to plastic that are better for the…

What is a windfall tax and what does it mean for energy bills?

26 May 2022

What is a windfall tax is and how is it going to help households cope with rising energy bills? Read our blog…

What is eco-anxiety and how can you cope with it?

11 May 2022

For this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re looking at eco-anxiety, who it affects and what you can do if you’re experiencing…

Are high energy bills affecting your mental health?

9 May 2022

We spoke to mental health charity Mind about the impact of the current energy crisis and the support available if you need…

Heat pumps for flats, terraced houses and other property types

3 May 2022

Heat pumps are suitable for all types of home. That includes flats, terraced houses, park homes and more. Here's what you need…