Energywatch Consumer Watchdog To Go

The consumer watchdog, Energywatch, is to merge with Postwatch and the National Consumer Council in October of this year, bringing an end to their complaint handling support. A forum has therefore been set up in the interim on which consumers can voice their concerns and ask questions of Energywatch.

To register (free) for the forum visit the Energywatch Forum website where you can also enter a survey with the opportunity to win an energy efficient appliance up to the value of £500.

Britons Not Getting Green Enough

The Office for National Statistics yesterday announced that research indicates that Britons are doing well at becoming more green in some areas of their lives, but that the continuing rise of car and air travel more than counteracts this. Whilst recycling is on the increase, waste levels as a whole don't appear to be diminishing and only people in London and Yorkshire seem to be using their bicycles more. Londoners seem to be the greenest in terms of travel, walking and cycling more than their fellow countrymen.

Environmental groups are calling for the government to do more to help people become greener in light of these latest findings.

See reports on these findings on the following websites:
Office for National Statistics
Times Online
Guardian

Big Green Challenge Announces 100 Competitors

100 challengers have been shortlisted for the Big Green Challenge. These groups are now competing for a £1 million prize fund with the aim of reducing carbon emissions in their communities. Find out more about the Big Green Challenge at their website and check out the list of challengers here.

Related blog posts:
Big Green Challenge Application Process Open
Big Green Challenge

Energy Watch Page Updated With Water Saving Advice

The UK Energy Saving Energy Watch page has been updated this month with tips and suggestions for water saving in the home and garden. As warmer weather kicks in, now is a great time to think about how you can reduce your water consumption.

Related blog posts:
Save Water This Summer

Related UK Energy Saving pages:
Saving Water
Water Saving Advice
Water Saving FAQs

National Trust Latest to Charge for Plastic Bags

The National Trust have today become the latest retailer to charge for plastic bags. Plastic bags will now cost 5p and they have reduced the price of their Jute bags to £1.50 for the next couple of months. Check out the press release at the National Trust website.

Related blog posts:
New Concerns Over Plastic in the Seas
Marks & Spencer to Charge for Plastic Bags Nationwide
Reduce Plastic Bag Usage
Devon Town Outlaws Plastic Bags

Related UK Energy Saving pages:
Eco Friendly Bags