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If you’re looking to impress a date, or just want to get outside to enjoy nature with family or friends, a picnic is the perfect way to do it. But why compromise on your ethics in the process?Instead of packing the usual plastic utensils, stick with your convictions and switch out a picnic full of polymers for a more environmentally friendly hamper. Below are some ideas for quick changes you can make for a plastic-free picnic set.Eco picnic necessitiesRustic picnic platesThe natural aesthet … read more

If you have already taken steps towards an eco-friendlier lifestyle and want to know where you can improve next, one of the household areas that generates the most waste is the kitchen. It can seem like the most challenging area to change, as there’s only so much you can reduce when we need to eat every day. But don’t panic: small changes can make a big difference. Taking action in small waysLocal shopping for a leaner footprint Buying local immediately reduces the carbon footprint … read more

If you’re an avid outdoor adventurer or just a lover of nature, camping is the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Just as nature gives so much to us, we should do our best to give back, by protecting the environment and not leaving too much of a footprint.Making your summer camping trip more eco-friendly doesn’t need to be a hassle. Below are a few ideas for reducing waste and increasing sustainability, so you can spend more quality time in nature.Camping checklis … read more

The devastating impact plastic pollution has had on our environment is hard to ignore.Around 300 million tonnes of plastic is manufactured annually worldwide. In the UK only 9% of plastic created has ever been recycled, meaning the rest has either been incinerated or is somewhere in our environment. Approximately half of the plastic produced globally is used only once.Plastic pollution and marine ecosystemsThe discovery of ‘ocean garbage patches’ has woken many up to the scale of the plasti … read more

Planning a successful party can sometimes be overwhelming. Trying to make it plastic free could just add to the stress. But with the right options and a bit of determination, it doesn’t have to be. Below, we’ve provided some examples of how mindful selection of tableware choices can make any party plastic- and guilt-free. Join us as we kick off a fun evening with friends; making use of the environmentally friendly options FOOGO Green has to offer!Welcoming arrivals while reducing waste … read more