Alasdair says ...

Why do I think green is good?

Common sense and pragmatism.

Like most of us, I'm not a zealot or a radical. I just think that it makes sense. Why smear chemicals on your skin? Why eat insecticides? Why not save energy where you can? It's just the common sense thing to do. And even if you aren't sure about global warming and climate change isn't it just the sensible approach to say "well if I cut back I'll be helping improve things one way or another"?

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Water saving efforts 'should start with dripping taps'

by Alasdair 2 September 2010 16:12
Attending to dripping taps could help to make sure that water saving efforts are not undermined. [More]

Wattson's energy saving goes Down Under

by Alasdair 1 September 2010 15:18
The Wattson energy saving device from DIY Kyoto popped up Down Under on a recent broadcast of The Union Show. [More]

UK eco products commitment boosted by bag habits

by Alasdair 27 August 2010 11:10
The sustainability of eco products may be complemented by the use of environmentally friendly multi-use carrier bags. [More]

Rising rail costs 'hamper energy saving efforts'

by Alasdair 20 August 2010 14:06
Transport sustainability organisation Sustrans warns that high rail prices are getting in the way of public transport's potential for energy saving. [More]

Yamaha wowed by eco products from Powertraveller

by Alasdair 17 August 2010 15:53
Eco products from Powertraveller impressed Yamaha Motor UK at a recent regatta. [More]

Natural cleaning products could boost renewable chemicals industry

by Alasdair 17 August 2010 13:00
Natural cleaning ingredients such as eco-surfactants could drive the renewable chemicals sector forward in the years to come. [More]

Owners and tenants told to act now on energy saving

by Alasdair 16 August 2010 15:15
Energy saving upgrades should be carried out now to beat the rush, it is suggested. [More]

Cost benefits 'can drive energy saving aspirations'

by Alasdair 12 August 2010 16:20
While energy saving may be good for the environment, it could be its financial benefit that inspires many homeowners. [More]

Energy saving can be part of investment portfolios

by Alasdair 12 August 2010 16:18
Ethical funds that prioritise energy saving could be a good investment option for eco-conscious Britons with money to place. [More]

Natural beauty brands may provide direct contact on Twitter

by Alasdair 10 August 2010 13:18
Twitter could provide direct access to firms such as home-grown natural beauty brands. [More]