05 Dec 2023
By Carl Dodd

How to have a ‘greener’ Christmas

Carl Dodd, Christmas trees, circular economy, creativity, food, low impact, low carbon living, mindfulness, Nature, Net Zero Carbon, one planet living, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., recycling, reduce carbon footprint, sustainability, sustainable living, up-cycling, waste less food
Have yourself a merry green Christmas... As the festive season approaches, the joy of Christmas often comes hand-in-hand with excess and waste. However, it's entirely possible to enjoy a merry Christmas while being mindful of our impact on the planet. In this Blog, we'll explore creative and eco-friendly ways for us all to have a green and sustainable Christmas. Food preparation Mindful meal planning: Plan your Christmas meals carefully to avoid overbuying. Estimate portion sizes and create shopping lists to minimise food waste. Local and seasonal ingredients: Choose local and seasonal produce. Not only does this support local farmers, but…
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24 Nov 2023
By Carl Dodd

Christmas trees: real vs. fake – which is the more environmentally friendly option?

biodiversity, carbon sequestration, Carl Dodd, Christmas trees, forest bathing, low impact, low carbon living, Nature, Net Zero Carbon, one planet living, plastic, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., recycling, reduce carbon footprint, sustainability, sustainable living
The big question... Real Christmas trees may be better for the environment, but, you may be asking, aren't artificial or fake Christmas trees a better option? No, just because they are re-used year after year, it does not mean that they are more sustainable. This is due to the typical rules of sustainability not applying when it comes to the humble Christmas tree. The Christmas tree debate on real vs. artificial (and which benefits the environment more), has been ongoing for decades. The debate is not helped by the fact that artificial Christmas trees can last many years, if they're…
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