Links - Environment, recycling and greener living
Environment, recycling and greener living
Waste Awareness Wales is a joint Welsh Local Government Association and Keep Wales Tidy project funded by the Welsh Assembly Government. Waste Awareness Wales has been established to promote the 3R's of reduce, reuse and recycling of rubbish across Wales.
The 2recycle site makes it easy for people to find new homes for things they no longer want. 2recycle is a non-profit organisation, which like others, is run by a few volunteers who give their time in order to do something to improve the environment.
Downwithco2 offers help and advice for people wanting to save money on energy bills and reduce their CO2 out-put .
Everywhere we travel we leave a carbon footprint. Our advice will help you ensure it's as small and ethical as possible.
This site provides a reference point for those tourists who are concerned for the environment and local communities. It includes environmentally responsible holiday advice for those we want to enjoy, experience, and protect the world.
Efreeko - recycle, reuse and list items for free
Here you will find lots of items that people are willing to give away, for FREE! This is instead of taking them to a local landfill site. The aim of this site is to reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill (20.9 million tonnes of it last year in the UK) and recycling is great news for the environment. And FREE stuff is great news too!
Although UK energy bills have been rising, you could actually save money by using energy more efficiently throughout your home.
We all want to save money on energy costs and have a greener lifestyle. We offer the tips to help you achieve just that.
Almost half of the UK's carbon dioxide emissions come from energy we use every day - at home and when we travel. By saving energy we can all help prevent climate change.
This 'not for profit' website allows people to post unwanted items for others to collect. As they say, one man's junk is another man's treasure. It's really simple. It's absolutely free to add items, to browse, and to obtain. The only stipulation is that if you find an item you want, you must arrange collection.
The Only Recycled & Eco Friendly products Shop in Wrexham. Promoting recycling and the use of recycled and environmentally friendly products.
Help Wales reduce its carbon footprint
Everyone has a role to play in reducing Wales carbon footprint - Government, individuals, businesses and communities.
Home energy check - What you can do today to conserve energy
Spend a few minutes completing the following questions and you'll receive a personalised report showing you how much energy and money you can save in your home.
NetRegs - environmental guidance for your business
NetRegs provides free environmental guidance for small and medium-sized businesses in the UK. We will help you to understand what you need to do to comply with environmental legislation and protect the environment. We may even help to save you money by showing you ways to use your resources more efficiently.
Recycle unwanted goods with "Help the Aged" and raise vital funds for older people
Your discarded goods can raise funds to help vulnerable older people.
Looking to cut down on your family waste? You'll be amazed at how much you can recycle. We show you how.
This site emphasises the importance of recycling and provides advice on how people can recycle at home, in schools and how to recycle different materials. The guide also has a useful tips section and is easy to follow due to the detailed illustrations.
Directgov Links
Calculate your carbon footprint! - via Directgov
Everyone has a carbon footprint - it's your own personal measure of how much carbon dioxide you create and how much you contribute to climate change.
Environment and greener living - Go green online via Directgov
Information on a host of issues including: Energy and water saving, Reducing waste, re-using and repairing, Greener travel, Greener food and drink, and Your local environment.
Apply for a renewable energy grant - via Directgov
Grants are available towards the initial costs of installing renewable energy technologies in your home.
Waste and recycling - via Directgov
In a hurry? Find out how to recycle and reduce waste, and more about greener living - it will only take two minutes with our quick guides..
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