When it comes to outdoor bins, you can’t beat wooden bins. Here’s why wooden bins are so popular.
Read MoreYou open that kitchen drawer. Do you tell yourself you’re definitely going to do something about the empty jam jars you’ve been saving? Then there are the coat hangers in the bedroom. The piles of magazines in the garage. But before you throw them out, know that you could be sitting on a little goldmine. Here’s how to make money from rubbish.
Read MoreIf you’re a driver, you’ve probably seen those bright yellow bins appearing by the roadside in the winter months. Yes, the humble grit bin has an important job to do in keeping our roads safe. So what exactly is a grit bin, who’s responsible for them, and how can you request one? Read our guide.
Read MoreHave you ever thought about starting a compost heap? Composting really helps reduce waste. It also gives you some nutrient-rich mulch for your garden in the bargain. However, are you clear on what you can and can’t compost? Can you compost materials like animal waste? We’ll tell you.
Read MoreAs the battle against climate change rolls on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You might ask yourself ‘can I do more?.’ But when it comes to declaring war on waste, don’t stress. Just make some planet-friendly changes at home.
Read MoreWhen you stock up at the supermarket for your sustainable camping trip, remember to avoid single-use items. Forgo the plastic bottles and cans for reusable water bottles, glass bottles, and flasks. If you intend to have a BBQ, avoid using a disposable one if you can. For lighting your BBQ, go all Bear Grylls and use natural firelighters like newspapers or twigs.
Read MoreCheltenham is a vibrant regency town with a busy calendar of events and festivals all year round and a population of around 117,000 people. This makes keeping the town tidy a priority, and Cheltenham Borough Council, along with its environmental service provider Ubico, and partners including Gloucestershire Police, the Environment Agency and the DVLA has taken on the fight against problems such as fly-tipping, graffiti, dog fouling, and abandoned vehicles.
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