A team of researchers at our very own Warwick University have come up with the first racing car designed and made from sustainable and renewable materials – dubbed the WorldFirst project. Components made from plant materials form the cars framework – with the steering wheel and seat derived from root vegetables, flax fibre and soya [...]

Whilst we want to encourage everyone to be water wise and savvy we’re not convinced this water saving device would suit every garden. Geraldine and Wayne Hemingways  unusual design called the ButtButt would be ideal though for those of you that do fancy a wacky water saving device and something a little bit different for [...]

Each year, millions of shipping containers are left to sit in shipping and storage yards all over the world. In another clever and unusual story of re-use, people looking to build a home and make an environmental difference have been converting some of these empty shipping containers into houses! You can leave them in their [...]

We love this quirky ‘Cue n’8′ salt and pepper set created by British designer Alex Turner. The salt and pepper shakers made from preloved pool balls certainly make an eye catching accessory for any sustainable dining table,  not to mention a great conversation piece. Related Links More My Alter-Eco’s Green Homewares Eco Kitchen Products