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UK Government pledges during COP27
Published 21 November 2022As COP27 ends, we take a look at the pledges made by the UK government during the conference. These include climate change, deforestation and biodiversity, clean energy, zero emission vehicles and nature restoration. The Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced a package of programs on his handover to COP27 on the first day of the conference. […]
How fast are sea levels rising?
Published 14 November 2022It is ‘virtually certain’ that global mean sea levels are rising (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change). The change is also accelerating. Global mean sea levels increased from 1.4 mm per year (1901–1990) to 3.6 mm per year (2006–2015). Sea levels are projected to rise by between 0.43 metres and 0.84 metres by 2100 depending on […]
Awel Aman Tawe & Egni Co-op – Community Renewable Energy Projects in Wales
Published 7 November 2022The only way that the UK is going to be able to meet its net zero targets is by investing in more renewable energy and burning less fossil fuels. Any project that furthers this goal should be encouraged and supported. Blue Patch is committed to renewable energy, with every penny of our surplus income going […]
UK air pollution
Published 3 November 2022The British Medical Association has called on the UK Government to address the issue of air pollution in the UK (Practice Business). In the BMA press release, they state that “It is crucial the Government commits to transitioning to renewable energy sources, invests in clean energy, and transforms urban environments not only to improve air […]
Delicious chocolate fighting exploitation
Published 27 October 2022Most of us are fans of chocolate. A sweet everyday treat that we enjoy. But not many of us think about what goes into the chocolate we eat. We took a look at how Divine Chocolate fights exploitation. “Most people I know love chocolate. Chocolate is something that brings us great pleasure and provides solace and […]
New tech: Hydrogen cars
Published 21 October 2022We’ve been out of the office for the last few weeks at Decorex and the Sustainability Show. One of the advantages to attending events like this is to meet people who are at the cutting edge of technology that will make our world more sustainable. We talked to Riversimple at the Sustainability Show about their […]
Fashion waste & why it matters
Published 13 October 2022The fashion industry in the UK is responsible for a lot of waste. A report by Labfresh, based on 2016 data, found that the UK was the fourth largest textile waste producer in the EU, with over 206,000 tonnes of waste every year. That’s around 3 kilos of waste per person. Of that only 0.3 […]
30 days to go until COP 27
Published 6 October 2022The 27th Conference of the Parties (COP 27) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) will happen next month from the 6th to the 18th November 2022. It is the 30th anniversary of the UNFCCC. In their press release on May 9th, they talked about how science tells us we are on […]
UK electricity sources in 2022
Published 29 September 2022Historically the UK has burned fossil fuels to make electricity. How has that changed in 2022 and how can we generate more electricity through renewables? What are the UK’s main electricity sources in 2022? Where does the UK get its electricity from in 2022? In August 2022, the UK imported 2001 gigawatts of electricity and […]
How investing in Solar for Schools helps tackle climate change
Published 22 September 2022In case you don’t already know, Blue Patch invests 100% of its surplus income into renewable energy projects. This month, we are investing in Solar for Schools by buying 500 shares. What is Solar for Schools? Solar for Schools does two things for schools: they provide training on renewable energy to schools using the solar […]
Clean energy is a community effort
Published 18 August 2022Thrive Renewables connects people to sustainable energy. They do this in many ways, but principally they allow individuals and businesses to invest in clean energy projects. Other ways that businesses can get involved is through collaboration projects with landlords. For these projects, Thrive funds the equipment for renewable energy on the property. Thrive also supports […]
Biodiversity loss in the UK
Published 21 July 2022Wildlife in the UK is in trouble. The UK has lost almost half of its biodiversity since the 1970s. Much of this is caused by loss of habitat to commercial farming and construction. 72% of UK land is managed for agriculture. 8% of land is built on. 15% of the 8,431 species are threatened with […]
Can the UK meet its net zero targets?
Published 11 July 2022Can the UK meet its net zero targets? The UK pledged to reach net zero by 2050. It is a legally binding target and it was reached with advice from the Climate Change Committee, the UK’s own independent climate advisory body (HM Government – PDF). They have acknowledged that net zero does not equal absolute […]
Is there sustainable palm oil?
Published 4 July 2022Brands use palm oil in a lot of the products we buy from the supermarket, from food to cosmetics but it has a bad reputation in environmental communities. This is because the production of palm oil results in deforestation in countries where wildlife is endangered. Rainforests also play a vital role in regulating the global […]
Plastic Free July
Published 24 June 2022Plastic Free July is a global initiative to raise awareness of plastic waste and the effect it has on the environment. The annual challenge is taken up by millions of everyday people who want to make a difference. Just 40 people did the first plastic challenge in 2011. By 2021 an incredible 140 million people […]
How is growing your own food better for the environment?
Published 16 June 2022Growing your own food is better for the environment and for your family. You can enjoy fresh food without plastic packing, safe in the knowledge that your food has not emitted tonnes of carbon emissions on the way. Growing your own food allows you to choose what fertilisers and pesticides to use, so you can […]
Aiming for net zero
Published 30 May 2022Net zero is not just a buzzword. It is a serious attempt to reduce carbon emissions and reverse climate changes. As businesses we can calculate our carbon emissions and reduce them so that we are doing what we can. What is net zero? According to the Oxford Dictionary definition it is “A target of completely […]
Investing in the planet’s future
Published 26 May 2022Investing in the planet’s future has never been as important as it is now. We can support companies and organisations that prioritise the environment and sustainability. In this way, we can help make changes that will have an impact on our planet and our futures. What is green investment? Green Investment means investing activities that […]
Nuclear energy advantages & disadvantages
Published 20 May 2022Nuclear energy is sold to us as the solution to all our energy crisis problems. Those who are in favour say it is a low cost, low carbon and highly reliable energy source. Those who disagree say that it is unsafe and not as green as we would like it to be. What is nuclear […]
The problem of plastic waste in UK homes
Published 12 May 2022This week Everyday Plastic & Greenpeace team up for the Big Plastic Count (16-22 May). The campaign is easy to take part in. Simply count all the pieces of plastic waste you throw away at home during the week long period. By reporting back to Big Plastic Count, you can help the campaign to push […]
Campaigning for change in the insurance industry
Published 6 May 2022Naturesave insurance is campaigning for insurance divestment. What does that mean and why does it matter? The insurance industry has a significant influence on the energy industry. And as we know, the energy industry has a significant impact on climate change. And climate change matters. Before sustainability and climate change were even fashionable terms, Naturesave […]
Home energy saving tips
Published 3 May 2022The price of home energy is high and many of us are considering how we can reduce our energy use and energy bills. By reducing our home energy usage we can also make a difference to the planet. Appliances that use the most energy in the home Energy Saving Trust has a handy list of […]
Spring cleaning in a sustainable way
Published 11 April 2022Spring has sprung and everyone is starting or has started their spring cleaning activities. This year, we want to be a bit more mindful about our spring cleaning and make it more sustainable. Here are some tips for how to spring clean in a sustainable way. Why is it called spring cleaning? Spring cleaning is […]
What are the main types of renewable energy?
Published 4 April 2022Renewable energy or renewables are energy sources that are continuously replenished. Whereas non-renewable energy which is finite. The main types of non-renewable energy are coal, natural gas, oil and nuclear energy. All these energy sources depend on limited natural resources and most of which are not clean. The use of fossil fuels (coal, natural gas […]
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