Sub-urban Ecohouse family working towards self-reliance in food, fuel and energy Growing vegetables, keeping hens and bees, using solar electricity
We are a family of three and a dog living by the sea in the east of England, trying to be as self sufficient as possible without being fanatical about it. We try to structure our garden on organic, Permaculture principles, recycling our rainwater and grey water through a reed bed. Our home uses solar energy and wood for cooking, space and water heating and we generate solar electricity. We grow an
03/02/2026
Once again reports indicating that the climate and nature emergency are worse than first predicted - but still no meaningful action
A UK climate security report backed by the intelligence services was quietly buried – a pattern we’ve seen many times before Governments have been warned about climate change for 70 years. They’re still suppressing the worst news.
Happy Solstice everyone, warm and windy (record breaking warmth) nervously awaiting what the climate will bring us next year. Stay warm and well, spring is only around the corner.
06/05/2020
Such a great example for us all!
Zero-waste warriors: meet the people whose household rubbish fits in a jam jar From making their own toothpaste to foraging locally for edible plants, more and more people are learning to cut the amount of rubbish they throw out. Here’s how they do it
18/04/2020
Coronavirus: 'Nature is sending us a message’, says UN environment chief Exclusive: Destruction of wildlife and the climate crisis is hurting humanity, with Covid-19 a ‘clear warning shot’, say experts
13/04/2020
Outgrowing growth: why quality of life, not GDP, should be our measure of success Mainstream economics still thinks growth is essential, but this blind belief in GDP is just enriching the rich and killing the planet. We don’t need more growth to improve people’s lives. By working less, buying and producing less, and investing in public services, we can improve quality of life...
07/04/2020
Households to be paid for daytime green electricity use during lockdown Fall in energy use combined with bright, breezy weather leads to lowest electricity prices in 10 years
01/03/2020
50 simple ways to make your life greener Expert tips on how to be kinder to the planet – from cooking and cleaning to fashion and finance
28/01/2020
Small but perfectly farmed An obsessive attention to waste, absolute efficiency and micro supply chains – could a Marie Kondo-approach to farming hold the key to sustainability?
19/01/2020
Coppicing is a godsend for birds and plants British gardening expert Monty Don says Janaury is a great time for coppicing - and offers advice on the best way to care for lavender.