Although Christmas is a magical time of the year, it's also one of the most wasteful. In fact, the UK is estimated to be 30% more wasteful over the festive period, with more than 100 million bags of rubbish being sent to landfill, according to the GWP group. However, with a little effort it is possible to enjoy a more mindful and conscious Christmas, which is great for you, the planet, and your wallet with a few simple swaps. 1. Invest in a reusable Advent Calendar I bought a fabric advent calendar over 27 years ago, when my son was a...

You might have seen the term “eco-conscious” being thrown around quite a lot, especially since Dubai Expo 2020. Everyone seems to have a rough idea of what being eco-conscious means, but when you get down to its nitty-gritty, you will find most people scratching their heads and coming up with vague answers. When asked to explain, people shuffle between the words “green", ”sustainable”, and “eco-friendly.” You will hear some general ideas about how we should save our planet by replacing plastic bottles and cups with organic materials. These might seem like fine solutions, but are quite superficial. This is where...