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BLUE PATCH LAUNCHES DEDICATED TRADE FEATURE TO THEIR WEBSITE
Published 10 July 2023Blue Patch, the UK’s No.1 Sustainable Design community, joins the Decorex Sustainability Task Force
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Ethica Diamonds are sustainable jewellery award winners
Published 25 September 2023Ethica Diamonds are a small jewellery brand based in Cornwall. Despite being small, they are achieving great things, like their latest sustainable jewellery award. They were recently announced as the winner in the jewellery category for the third Marie Claire UK Sustainability Awards. The awards are given to brands that are sustainable and Marie Claire […]
Time to #VolunteerForClimate?
Published 18 September 2023Reach Volunteering launches a campaign this week to #VolunteerForClimate for those of us who want to know how we can make a difference to our world. The campaign will connect people with expertise and organisations that need experts to help drive positive change for sustainability. Reach is a ‘national charity which connects people who want […]
5 ways to reduce the carbon footprint of a small business
Published 14 September 2023It might seem like there is not much that can be done to reduce the carbon footprint of a small business. But even a small business can calculate where their highest carbon emissions are generated and change the way they work. Here are five ways to reduce the carbon footprint of a small business. 1. […]
Is infra-red electric heating the future of heating?
Published 7 September 2023The UK needs new ways to heat homes if it is to meet net zero goals. New technology is being developed every day including solar panels, battery storage, or ground and air source heat pumps. Nexgen heating have developed a heated ‘wallpaper’ that uses far infra-red electric heating and conductive heating to heat homes. What […]
Why are there still plastic toys on magazine covers?
Published 1 September 2023Why do we still have single-use plastic toys on magazine covers? It seems obvious that cheap toys on the cover of magazines are unlikely to last and will likely be thrown away in household waste. They’ll contribute to landfill as most are not recyclable. And yet, you need only visit the supermarket to see that […]
Can hydrogen help the UK reach net zero?
Published 21 August 2023Hydrogen is a key component in the UK Government’s plan to achieve net zero, because it does not produce carbon dioxide. But what is hydrogen, how is it produced and do we have the technology we need to make it? What is hydrogen? Hydrogen is a chemical element (National Grid). It’s contained in vast quantities […]
Chloe Haywood’s couture patches are the perfect fashion fix for Manchester Art Gallery
Published 16 August 2023Chloe Haywood’s design style is a perfect match for Manchester Art Gallery’s new fashion exhibition. Unpicking Couture will feature pieces from a high-end fashion collection that was recently acquired by the gallery. The exhibition will showcase fabulous outfits from design greats like Christian Dior, Elsa Schiaparelli, Azzedine Alaia, Vivienne Westwood, Bruce Oldfield and Alexander McQueen. […]
London Design Fair – Welcome back!
Published 7 August 2023Blue Patch, the UK’s sustainable business community, joins forces with design consultant, Roddy Clarke, to present ‘Homes with a Heart’ at the London Design Fair. The Blue Patch stand 1B41 at the London Design Fair, 21-24 Sept, at the Truman Brewery, London will showcase the beauty of a sustainably styled home, in collaboration with Roddy […]
What is an EPC rating?
Published 7 August 2023What is an EPC rating and why should it matter to property owners? An EPC is an Energy Performance Certificate and the ratings run from G (worst) to A (best). Read on to find out why improving your EPC rating will help you financially. Who provides EPC ratings? There are three types of energy certificate: […]
Bin the wipe (or better yet, don’t buy it)
Published 31 July 2023We know pollution is bad for our waterways. A major contributor to water pollution is wet wipes. Wipes get flushed down the toilet and get thrown away in our rivers and oceans. They block pipes and cause problems for water companies. They cause harm to wildlife in rivers and seas. Wipes are often made from […]
Ten reasons for joining TrustMark if you are a tradesperson
Published 24 July 2023Joining TrustMark as a tradesperson can provide many benefits and opportunities for your business. Here are ten great reasons why you should consider joining TrustMark: New Work Opportunities: By becoming a member of TrustMark, you gain access to a wide range of new work opportunities. The platform connects you with potential customers and helps you […]
The UK’s first office and showroom powered by renewable energy gets an A rating
Published 20 July 2023Elite Renewables have constructed the UK’s first office and showroom powered by renewable energy. They were recently awarded a new EPC rating and they have moved from a D to an A rating. This extraordinary improvement is all part of their plan. They wanted to achieve a zero-carbon environment for their offices, despite working with […]
The Green Angel Story – The Doorway to a Green World
Published 10 July 2023Written for Blue Patch by Nick Lyth, Founder and President The Green Angel story is the story of a mission: to bring new access to a greener world through investment in innovation. The idea is to open the door to the changes we all want to see in our environment, its health, its safety, its […]
BLUE PATCH LAUNCHES DEDICATED TRADE FEATURE TO THEIR WEBSITE
Published 10 July 2023PRESS RELEASE BLUE PATCH LAUNCHES DEDICATED TRADE FEATURE TO THEIR WEBSITE Blue Patch, the UK’s No.1 Sustainable Directory, announces the addition of a dedicated Trade Account facility to their website. Now, it just got easier for Museums, Galleries, Store owners, Interior Designers, Specifiers and other Trade professionals to view, enquire and order from Blue Patch’s […]
A fun sustainable way to learn about British birds
Published 6 July 2023Learn how to identify endangered British birds in a fun sustainable way with PlayPress Toys new playsets designed in collaboration with the RSPB. How many British birds can you identify? Do you know how many of those are endangered? You might be familiar with the common birds like the robin, the blue tit or the […]
Blue Patch, the UK’s No.1 Sustainable Design community, joins the Decorex Sustainability Task Force
Published 5 July 2023As the leading collection of sustainable home and lifestyle products, Blue Patch will be exhibiting at the prestigious Decorex Exhibition, 8-11th October, Olympia, London. Visit Blue Patch Stand F72 to see the latest range of eco-friendly, artisanal and beautifully designed products that aim to redefine sustainable living. The stand will be curated by Edward Bulmer, […]
Our communities are choosing renewables
Published 29 June 2023Local communities are choosing renewables for themselves, their families and their local area. The UK continues to depend on fossil fuels and increase consumption of them. There is not enough investment in renewables. That’s why local communities are choosing to develop projects for themselves. Blue Patch supports these initiatives. Increase in fossil fuel energy The […]
Is joining the CPTPP net positive or net negative for the UK?
Published 22 June 2023DLA Piper raises the question of whether the recent signing of the UK into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is net positive or net negative (Lexology). They say that the media will jump in and raise arguments for why the UK should not have become a member. Campaigners are concerned […]
Why grow your own is healthier and more sustainable
Published 15 June 2023Should you grow your own vegetables and fruit? Is growing your own better for you and your family’s health. What about the environment? Here are some reasons to grow your own. The grow your own trend is healthy Eating more vegetables is good for you and your family. By growing your own fruit and vegetables […]
The workplace is changing
Published 12 June 2023Change in the workplace is in some respects inevitable. Businesses outgrow their existing premises, acquire other businesses or restructure. The economy and the world changes too, as we saw during the pandemic which resulted in seismic shifts in employment. This can mean that businesses need more space or less space and have to move premises. […]
Unsafe waters (water pollution in the UK)
Published 5 June 2023It is summer and many of us will travel to a local river or beach to cool off in the water. We will take part in summer activities like stand up paddle boarding, surfing, skiing and swimming. When we do this we, and our families, are at risk from water pollution. The Environmental Audit Committee […]
What to look for in a sustainable beauty brand
Published 25 May 2023There are so many companies claiming to be a sustainable beauty brand that it can be difficult to find one that is ethical. Here’s our guide for what to look for from ingredients to packaging and everything in between. Almost every brand boasts about natural ingredients, but not all natural ingredients are what they claim […]
What is rewilding?
Published 18 May 2023The Cambridge dictionary defines ‘rewilding’ as “the process of protecting an environment and returning it to its natural state, for example by bringing back wild animals that used to live there.” It goes on to suggest that ‘Rewilding runs directly counter to human attempts to control and cultivate nature.’ Rewilding involves more than just ‘letting […]
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