The Microwise Universal steamer, part of the ecoChef range of Microwise Cookware, can be used to cook vegetables, rice, fish, fruit, eggs and meat. Cooking food in the microwave uses substantially less energy than cooking with an electric oven [1], … Continue reading →

Between 2006 and 2009-10, there was a 43% reduction in single-use carrier bags issued in the UK, equating to the use of 4.6 billion fewer bags, or 45,800 tonnes, per year [1]. Within this time, in 2008, the UK Governments, … Continue reading →

While water is becoming more and more scarce, environmentally conscious small households and offices may want to find an economical dishwasher, which is small enough for their requirements. And there are several designers who have already thought about them. [1] … Continue reading →

The nature of photography, it may be argued, is to preserve a scene, an emotion, or a point in time by capturing what is seen in time and space using the tool of the camera.  Photographers, however, also have an … Continue reading →

Tangle Teezer hairbrushes have a type of teeth that mean they can brush and detangle hair easily, minimising breakage. They were designed with better hair care, rather than energy saving in mind, so how are they good for the environment? … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered how you could easily charge your phone or notebook on the move? You can now do it in a trendy way with dozens of fashion items featuring solar cells.  And a new technology can even allow … Continue reading →

Household washing now accounts for about 15% of the water used in our homes [6], and missing one wash a week could reduce water usage by 5,000 litres a year [4], as well as reduce electricity consumption and CO2 emissions. … Continue reading →

As smartphones are becoming more and more popular, it seems that there is a need for an ’app’ for everything. Besides plenty of games and business applications there are now also a lot of ’green’ ones available, which can even … Continue reading →

Using a washing line is the most efficient way of drying your clothes, however in the Winter, this is not always a viable option. The majority of tumble dryers in the UK have a C-class energy rating, which can cost … Continue reading →

Clingfilm has arguably revolutionised the food industry and has made it much easier for individuals to transport food and to preserve and save food without throwing it away. Preserving food is good for the environment as it means less goes … Continue reading →