Being green

Why live a greener lifestyle?

Making 'greener' choices in all areas of life is key to tackling climate change and reducing the amount of waste we produce.

There are lots of things you can do to lead a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle, whether it's recycling more waste or making your home more energy efficient.

There are also lots of advantages to going green. You can:

save money on your shopping and household bills
conserve energy
avoid sending so much waste to landfill sites
help green businesses
encourage others to think about the environment.

You'll find lots of helpful suggestions in this section, as well as information about climate change and tips for reducing your carbon footprint.

Help and advice

Find out more about:

growing your own food
revamping old clothes
'green' food shopping
energy efficiency

Get specific advice for:

families
gardeners
workplaces
schools and colleges
volunteers