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Recent Blog Entries
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Green prisons
By Lily Barclay for BBC Green
Green architecture, a private beach and organic cuisine might sound like the credentials of a luxury spa, but it's actually the world's first ecological jail. Read full post »
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Recycling and the dragon economy
By Giles Crosse for BBC Green
A government think-tank says there's no problem with shipping plastic bottles to China for recycling. Could it be right? Giles Crosse finds out Read full post »
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How ethical is bamboo?
By Lily Barclay for BBC Green
Bamboo has been hailed as the new sustainable fabric, but is it as green and ethical as it seems? Read full post »
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Electric bikes: the next big thing?
By Lily Barclay for BBC Green
As more people opt for two wheels rather than four, Lily Barclay explores the advantages of electric bikes. Read full post »
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How to... be a green student
By BBC Green for BBC Green
With university term approaching we look at ways to be an eco-conscious student Read full post »
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Organic on a budget
By Lily Barclay for BBC Green
Organic food can be expensive, but you can eat organically without spending a fortune. Lily Barclay finds out how Read full post »
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Wild swimming
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Charles Darwin and Florence Nightingale were both fans. Here's our guide to swimming in the great outdoors. Read full post »
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A-Z of picking your own
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Get a taste of some country life this summer with our ultimate guide to picking your own. Read full post »
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How to... keep hens
By Ruth Harwood for BBC Green
Fancy eating eggs laid by your own chickens? We look the practicality of keeping hens. ... Read full post »
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Solar-powered gadgets
By BBC Green for BBC Green
All kinds of products can be powered by the sun. We take a look at some of the best solar buys... Solar-powered bike bag Read full post »
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How to have an eco-friendly barbecue
By Ruth Harwood for BBC Green
What could be better? A warm summer's afternoon with your loved ones, a cold drink and the tantalising smell of chargrilling food. To make sure you can enjoy your barbecue without worrying about its impact on the environment, Ruth Harwood has put toget Read full post »
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Eco-breaks in North East England
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Looking for an environmentally friendly holiday on your doorstep? Here are five of our top eco-breaks in North East England Read full post »
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Eco-friendly cleaning guide: microfibre cloths and gadgets
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Cleaning products are something we use nearly every day and in doing so we invite potentially dangerous chemicals into our homes. Read full post »
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Gadget gallery
By BBC Green for BBC Green
This month's eco-friendly options for gadget lovers. Read full post »
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Green reads for kids
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Children's books have recently taken a green turn and it's not just the contents that are eco-friendly. Recycled materials, sustainably sourced paper and vegetable-based inks are turning the print industry green. Read full post »
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Supermarket food: reading the labels
By BBC Green for BBC Green
How healthy was your last meal? If you cooked it from fresh then you'll have a rough idea of its nutritional value. But if it was ready-made, you can see exact figures on the packet. Read full post »
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60 second guide to... Plastic bags
By BBC Green for BBC Green
They are the newest environmental bugbear. But why is everyone suddenly so interested in plastic bags? Read full post »
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60 second guide to... Energy ratings
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Buying energy efficient products is easier than ever, thanks to labelling schemes that rate a product's energy consumption and, in some cases, its performance Read full post »
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60 second guide to... Green electricity tarrifs
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Switching to a green tariff is one of the easiest ways to cut your carbon emissions, but what do you really get for your money? Read full post »
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60 second guide to... Carbon offsetting
By BBC Green for BBC Green
Carbon offsetting has become big business as more individuals and companies seek to shrink their carbon footprints, but does it really work? Read full post »
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Safe Halloween candy
Choose cleaner, greener Halloween treats to give away this year.
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Are aerosols a-okay?
Spray cans no longer contain CFCs, but does that mean they're safe for the environment?
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