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What is sustainable living?

What is sustainable living?

9th Sep 2022

The term sustainable is self-explanatory: it means sustaining life on this planet and the ecological balance required to do this. There must be sufficient resources left to meet future generations’ needs. This requires using resources responsibly: to avoid irreplaceable depletion of reserves or causing lasting environmental damage. Why is sustainability important? There must be a balance between protecting the environment, exploiting natural resources, and serving society’s needs. C … read more
Benefits of eco-friendly disposable plates

Benefits of eco-friendly disposable plates

22nd Aug 2022

The pace of modern life can leave us craving convenience, but that often comes at the cost of sustainability.The convenience of disposable plates Finishing an evening of entertaining with a pile of washing up can put a dampener on festivities. With disposable tableware, clean-up is easy – no matter the scale of the event. Choose completely compostable event catering and there is no need to sort the dishes for washing, just put them into a compost heap – food scraps and all. Besides … read more
What does 'carbon neutral' mean?

What does 'carbon neutral' mean?

15th Aug 2022

As we try to live more sustainably, and the government strives to reach ambitious environmental targets, being ‘carbon neutral’ has become a topic of national and international focus.UK government emissions targets In June 2019, the government announced an intention to reduce the UK’s net emissions of greenhouse gases by 100 percent (compared to 1990 levels) by 2050. This would make the UK ‘net zero’. To elaborate on these plans, it was announced in 2021 that a new target had been s … read more
Types of compostable tableware

Types of compostable tableware

8th Aug 2022

As the world moves away from disposable plastic plates, bowls, and cutlery, compostable tableware is becoming a sustainable and versatile alternative. Types of compostable tableware materials There are a variety of options for materials when it comes to compostable tableware, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. Compostable paper Not all paper plates are compostable. Many are treated with a plastic polymer coating, or chemicals such as BPA. Plant-based plas … read more
Sourcing sustainable food

Sourcing sustainable food

27th Jul 2022

Considering how the food we eat is grown, packaged, and transported is an important aspect of eco-friendly living. What is food sustainability? Sustainable agriculture is the cornerstone of sustainable food production. Food cannot be deemed sustainable without consideration for the environmental impact of chemical fertilisers and pesticides, or the cultivation of resources such as soil, water, and land. How can sustainable farming practices help the environment? S … read more