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Choose rechargeable batteries and a battery charger to cut down on disposables. Eventually recyclable batteries reach the end of their life too but they can be recycled – local recycling policies vary so check with your recycling facility.

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Replace at least part of your lawn with a meadow as a wildlife habitat, and cut down on the need for watering.

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2017-01-09T16:30:07+00:00

Replace at least part of your lawn with a meadow as a wildlife habitat, and cut down on the need for watering.

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Use dried tea leaves as a deodoriser. Scatter them over the carpet, leave for ten minutes then vacuum up. Place in the fridge to absorb odours (like baking soda).

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2017-01-09T15:03:06+00:00

Use dried tea leaves as a deodoriser. Scatter them over the carpet, leave for ten minutes then vacuum up. Place in the fridge to absorb odours (like baking soda).

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Grow houseplants for clean air and give them rainwater occasionally as it has less impurities than tapwater.

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2017-01-09T15:55:33+00:00

Grow houseplants for clean air and give them rainwater occasionally as it has less impurities than tapwater.

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Rub beeswax over pans and baking sheets rather than use butter or oil each time. Over time the pan develops a permanent coating.

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2017-01-09T15:59:01+00:00

Rub beeswax over pans and baking sheets rather than use butter or oil each time. Over time the pan develops a permanent coating.

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Where there's a choice select products with minimal or no packaging.

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2017-01-09T14:10:19+00:00

Where there's a choice select products with minimal or no packaging.

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Use a recycled plastic water butt to collect rainwater for your garden.

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2017-01-09T16:28:20+00:00

Use a [easyazon_link identifier="B0030ZPC9Q" locale="UK" tag="crosswebideas-21" cart="n"]recycled plastic water butt[/easyazon_link] to collect rainwater for your garden.

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Use charcoal deodorisers around the home to absorb rather than mask odours and toxins.

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2017-01-09T12:03:11+00:00

Use [easyazon_link identifier="B0181XKRUK" locale="UK" tag="crosswebideas-21"]charcoal deodorisers[/easyazon_link] around the home to absorb rather than mask odours and toxins.

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Save and re-use the little sundries that come along with packaging, such as rubber bands, twist ties and boxes.

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2017-02-01T11:13:30+00:00

Save and re-use the little sundries that come along with packaging, such as rubber bands, twist ties and boxes.

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Choose drought-resistant plants for the garden to cut down on the need for watering.

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2017-01-09T16:25:18+00:00

Choose drought-resistant plants for the garden to cut down on the need for watering.

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Instead of buying paper napkins for each celebration buy cloth napkins that you can use again, or make your own.

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2017-01-14T23:21:24+00:00

Instead of buying paper napkins for each celebration buy cloth napkins that you can use again, or make your own.

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Avoid synthetic fragrances. Choose natural methods to make your home smell fresh.

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2017-01-09T12:08:14+00:00

Avoid synthetic fragrances. Choose natural methods to make your home smell fresh.

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Use beeswax candles instead of ordinary paraffin candles. They burn cleaner, brighter and last longer. They also emit negative ions which improve air quality.

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2017-01-09T16:17:40+00:00

Use beeswax candles instead of ordinary paraffin candles. They burn cleaner, brighter and last longer. They also emit negative ions which improve air quality.

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If you order coffee when you're out and about carry your own mug to avoid paper waste.

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2017-02-01T10:55:10+00:00

If you order coffee when you're out and about carry your own mug to avoid paper waste.

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Switch to LED lights. They cost less to run and last longer than any other bulb.

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2017-01-09T14:04:54+00:00

Switch to LED lights. They cost less to run and last longer than any other bulb.

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Choose houseplants that reduce toxins.

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2017-01-09T12:21:07+00:00

Choose houseplants that reduce toxins.

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Those little fruit and veg labels that supermarkets use can be recycled too. Peel them off and stick them onto a plastic container in the recycling bin.

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2017-02-01T11:25:45+00:00

Those little fruit and veg labels that supermarkets use can be recycled too. Peel them off and stick them onto a plastic container in the recycling bin.

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Sprinkle dry tea leaves to deodorise problem areas such as your cat litter tray.

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2017-01-09T15:43:46+00:00

Sprinkle dry tea leaves to deodorise problem areas such as your cat litter tray.

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Use natural cleaning products or make your own.

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2017-01-09T12:18:21+00:00

Use natural cleaning products or make your own.

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Check your local library to find out all the resources it provides. Libraries are a good place to read magazines and newspapers as well as borrowing books (and DVDs).

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2017-01-14T23:24:26+00:00

Check your local library to find out all the resources it provides. Libraries are a good place to read magazines and newspapers as well as borrowing books (and DVDs).

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Share tools and gadgets that people use infrequently rather than each of your neighbours buying their own individual items. Plan ahead and co-ordinate new purchases with your neighbours.

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2017-02-01T11:20:10+00:00

Share tools and gadgets that people use infrequently rather than each of your neighbours buying their own individual items. Plan ahead and co-ordinate new purchases with your neighbours.

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Go for the most significant impact on your waste by aiming for a zero waste kitchen.

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2017-01-09T14:12:23+00:00

Go for the most significant impact on your waste by aiming for a zero waste kitchen.

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To avoid creating waste, choose products with the least amount of packaging.

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2017-02-01T10:52:50+00:00

To avoid creating waste, choose products with the least amount of packaging.

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Take time to work out how much you need before making a purchase. If you do this for items such as food and paint you'll avoid paying for quantities that will only go to waste.

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2017-01-14T23:28:50+00:00

Take time to work out how much you need before making a purchase. If you do this for items such as food and paint you'll avoid paying for quantities that will only go to waste.

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Save electricity by running your washing machine on a cooler setting and consider line-drying your clothes instead of using a dryer.

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2017-01-09T14:08:59+00:00

Save electricity by running your washing machine on a cooler setting and consider line-drying your clothes instead of using a dryer.

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Make your own toiletries or switch to natural brands.

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2017-01-09T12:24:35+00:00

Make your own toiletries or switch to natural brands.

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If possible replace disposable products with reusable ones (eg. food storage, coffee filters, straws, etc.).

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2017-01-09T15:06:23+00:00

If possible replace disposable products with reusable ones (eg. food storage, coffee filters, straws, etc.).

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Save paper – always refuse paper receipts.

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2017-01-09T11:35:10+00:00

Save paper – always refuse paper receipts.

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Make your own compost

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Make your own compost

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Avoid chemical products for pest control. Rely on non-toxic alternatives.

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2017-01-09T12:20:11+00:00

Avoid chemical products for pest control. Rely on non-toxic alternatives.

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Take holidays closer to home and avoid air travel if you can to reduce your carbon footprint.

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2017-01-09T14:06:19+00:00

Take holidays closer to home and avoid air travel if you can to reduce your carbon footprint.

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If you only need a tool or piece of equipment infrequently then instead of buying one, save resources by asking a friend or neighbour if you can borrow one. Or check online for a lending club, such as Streetbank.

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2017-01-14T23:18:12+00:00

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Look at the types of products you use and switch from disposable to reusable, such as food and drink containers, razors and nappies.

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2017-02-01T11:03:29+00:00

Look at the types of products you use and switch from disposable to reusable, such as food and drink containers, razors and nappies.

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In the garden, use coffee grounds as a mulch for acid-loving plants or around the base of plants to deter ants and slugs.

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2017-01-09T14:58:21+00:00

In the garden, use coffee grounds as a mulch for acid-loving plants or around the base of plants to deter ants and slugs.

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Filter water for all uses, not just drinking. Install a water filter instead of filling up those jugs.

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2017-01-09T12:16:00+00:00

Filter water for all uses, not just drinking. Install a [easyazon_link identifier="B00H213YSA" locale="UK" tag="crosswebideas-21"]water filter[/easyazon_link] instead of filling up those jugs.

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Reduce toxins in the home – always leave outdoor shoes at the door.

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2017-01-09T11:43:32+00:00

Reduce toxins in the home – always leave outdoor shoes at the door.

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Avoid creating waste. When ordering food avoid plastic utensils or straws by asking in advance.

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2017-02-01T10:51:25+00:00

Avoid creating waste. When ordering food avoid plastic utensils or straws by asking in advance.

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Share the little things in life, such as newspapers, magazines, books and DVDs, between friends and neighbours.

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2017-01-14T23:19:59+00:00

Share the little things in life, such as newspapers, magazines, books and DVDs, between friends and neighbours.

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If you're looking for a hotel go to TripAdvisor and select 'GreenLeaders' from the 'More' menu option above the search box.

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2017-02-01T11:00:07+00:00

If you're looking for a hotel go to TripAdvisor and select 'GreenLeaders' from the 'More' menu option above the search box.

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