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Disposable nappies are an environmental scourge that have long challenged even the best-laid recycling plans, but a new trial program in Scotland aims to tackle the problem on a broad scale once and for all. Motivated by the 160 million nappies that get sent to landfills in Scotland each year, Zero Waste Scotland has devised a scheme whereby used nappies will be recycled and converted into items such as garden furniture or roof tiles.

Death is an organic process, and so the Hainsworth Woollen Coffin is a natural fit for the big day. The coffins are fully biodegradable and made from 100% pure new wool, natures true 'green' fibre, recycled cardboard and organic cotton.

Wool is a unique natural fibre with endless possibilities. As a multifunctional, non-flammable, absorbent and insulating material, wool was the foundation of their business and is still at the heart of their product research and development. It continues to allow Hainsworth to push the boundaries of wool, and wool combined with other fibres, to meet specific customer needs and challenges.

 Although we have looked for ways in which to reduce battery usage, with the best will in the world – some things you just can’t wind-up!  iGo Green Rechargeable Alkaline Batteries will go some way to helping the problem of toxins in landfill, help to protect natural resources, cut down on landfill waste, and save energy. In addition to the environmental benefits that iGo Green Rechargeable Alkaline batteries can offer, they also allow consumers to go ‘green for free’, as they cost considerably less than other rechargeable batteries, they also hold their charge for a much longer time, and consumers get the cost of the batteries back after just two recharges.

We’re all looking at ways to cut down on our energy costs this winter.  We’ve been marvelling at Green Dragon –Farm Grown Fuel. Made from 100% British rapeseed husk, this is what remains of rapeseed after the oil has been pressed out. Nothing is added and nothing is taken away, 100% of the seed is used, leaving no waste. It is a completely natural, constantly renewable and a much greener alternative to wood, coal and other solid fuels. It burns 3 x longer than the average log and with amazing bright orange flickering flames. The briquettes are easy and clean to handle, produces 2 x the amount of heat of some natural wood and leaves behind only 7% ash.