Of course insulation isn’t enough
Of course insulation isn’t enough. I do struggle with articles that have provocative headlines like this one in the Guardian: Rebound effect cancels out home insulation …
Time for Climate Resolutions
New Years resolutions are on the way again, but no point in waiting. The climate needs us. Cop 27 didn’t do enough and we can no longer …
Never mind the cold, keep the air flowing
Never mind the cold, you have to keep the air flowing. Climate crisis, disturbing politics, rising costs – this winter has nightmare written all over it. …
Stay warm for less – a compilation of energy hacks
Winter is scary these days. With the cost of energy so high, the thought of a bill coming through the door is terrifying for many. I …
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Cooking from scratch with no plastic
I love cooking from scratch, with no plastic hitting the bin. It’s a great feeling. Give me a good recipe book, especially one that makes everything from fresh items – even the …
Introducing Beginner’s Guide to Eco Renovation
At last, I did it! At last, my book is out in the world, ready to go. What a learning curve. I’ve written before so getting …
We’re off! First steps to our eco shed.
We’re off. First step towards the eco shed taken today. And it was all about levels. The shed will run along a length of 7 metres, …
Finding an earth sheltered house
How exciting – finding an earth sheltered house when walking through the Yorkshire Dales. As soon as I saw it, it put me in mind of …
Good food without plastic
Good food without plastic? So no convenience food then! Have you gone completely mad??? I’ve gone from high level convenience to minute level plastic over a …
Retirement – I don’t think so!
Retirement? I don’t think so. Mind you, I never had aspirations to a lazy retirement – it’s just not who I am. But neither did I …