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People who eat eco-friendly diets are a third less likely to die prematurely
An eco-friendly diet could save the planet - and you - by slashing your chances of dying early by a third, according to new research.
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'Eco-friendly bamboo loo roll brands found not to contain that much bamboo'
Loo rolls made from bamboo are becoming more popular in our bathrooms, as while trees can take years to grow, bamboo can take just hours - but some popular eco-friendly brands don't actually contain that much bamboo
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Transform sad-looking grass into a thick and lush lawn with one kitchen scrap
If your lawn is looking a little thin and yellow, then look no further than this incredibly simple gardening hack, which uses a common kitchen scrap to transform your turf
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Couple save old ambulance and transform it into an incredible tiny home for £7k
Mark Bonito and Sophie Why spent two months converting a former ambulance into an adorable home they use to get away and explore the 'most beautiful places' on offer
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Most drivers say EV production still has a way to go before they would switch
Over three-quarters of older drivers feel electric vehicles are too expensive - while two-thirds of all motorists wrongly believe there are not enough charging stations around the UK
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Log burner warning as new regulations could land you with 'large fines'
There are new regulations regarding log burners, and this could mean that you might get landed with 'large fines' if you are not seriously careful, an expert has warned
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Top areas where carbon footprint has fallen in the last 25 years
Running a fridge-freezer for a day has seen an 80% fall in greenhouse gas footprint compared to 1998, while the carbon footprint of cooking a meal has also fallen by 65%
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This swimwear collection will be perfect for those spending Christmas abroad
An eco-friendly beachwear collection has launched for those who wish to feel the sun on their skin during the festive period
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Coffee drinkers consume 657 cups a year - but don't know how it is produced
Seven in 10 say it is important they have at least one mug of coffee a day - but 4% believe it is farmed in the UK, research has found
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Amazon makes major change - and will finally pack items according to size
The retail giant is trialling new machines that will scan and measure items, and package them to size - in fully recyclable, heat-sealed paper
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Two-thirds of Brits would welcome new 'green' development projects in their area
The number of 'Nimbys' tends to dwindle if a project will benefit the environment, like a wind farm, solar park, or more electric vehicle charging stations
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Two-thirds of school leavers feel university is too expensive - and want a job
Nearly half of those planning to skip higher education are hoping to find a “green job” – as seven in ten believe this will help tackle climate change
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Top tips for easy eco improvements to your home - like switching to LED lighting
Six in ten Brits are held back from making changes to their home by misconceptions over up-front costs - but small upgrades can go a long way
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One in 5 SMEs reinvested all of their profits - just to stay afloat this year
Studies reveal nearly half of SMEs feel the more eco-conscious businesses have a better chance of surviving than those who aren't.
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Natural 19p ingredient will stop cats pooing in garden - and it's eco-friendly
If you're sick of cats coming into your garden and leaving you unwelcome gifts, some keen gardeners have recommended a cheap and easy way to keep them from coming in
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Greenpeace slams 'twisted economics' as flights are 30 times cheaper than trains
A study of domestic and international flights across Europe by Greenpeace has found that tickets for trains are on average twice as expensive as for flights, despite the former being much greener
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Posh & Becks plan to be new Tom & Barbara from The Good Life at country manor
The footie icon and wife Victoria want to grow their own veg, like Tom and Barbara in '70s comedy The Good Life - and now their planning application has had the thumbs up
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Clothes and shoes are top items Brits buy without considering sustainability
Nearly three in five shoppers admit the environmental impact of the household items they buy, such as furniture or white goods, “doesn't even cross their mind”
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School kids name the top ways to run a business - from equal wage to being kind
The youngsters shared their thoughts on how small businesses should be run in the future – as well as proposing their own business models, including pet-sitting, and opening their own restaurant
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Small businesses prioritising growing revenue over meeting net zero targets
The government has set a net zero target for all UK sectors by 2050 - but the cost-of-living crisis means SMEs have other priorities
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Sainsbury's shoppers fume at 'inappropriate' meat packaging that 'destroys' item
The supermarket made a big change to its mincemeat packaging in an industry-leading move to cut plastic, but customers say the new wrapping is impacting the taste of the meat
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Family ditch rat race to live off-grid in 'Earthship' after mum's dying wish
The Stewarts are selling their family home to start a new 'back to basics' life in a self-sufficient eco-home away from the stresses of corporate jobs
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Over half of Brits want to make eco-friendly changes - but can't afford to do so
More than four in ten Brits live below the 'green line', with one in five left with less than £100 a month in disposable income
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Boots confirms major change to everyday product sold in all its 2,200 UK stores
Last year's pledge to remove wet wipes containing plastic is part of Boot's overall plan to become a more sustainable retailer and minimise its impact on the environment
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Ann Summers launch new eco-friendly sex toy range - and prices start from £45
It's the brand's first toy range focused on sustainability!
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