Our blog
This page contains blog posts from some of the members on a range of subjects...
September 2019
Declaring a climate emergency?
It’s a pretty big question that a few paragraphs can’t hope to answer, but we can provoke in ourselves thinking that causes us to constantly evaluate how we are acting and living.
Putting concerns about sustainability, reducing carbon emissions and the protection of natural eco systems front and centre of our personal and corporate agendas involves reflection and action. Making.... Click here to read more
Working towards a sustainable Refresh
At the cafe we are currently working hard to become less wasteful and more sustainable in terms of both the food and drink we source and the packaging they come in, and in our housekeeping.
Some successes: The crisp packet recycling is hugely successful; the box is available in the foyer for anyone to put their used crisp packets in – although it is a Walkers Crisps initiative you can put in any brand, any variety.... Click here to read more
Less meat and eat more vegetables?
One of the key ways we as individuals can have a big impact on climate change is to eat less meat and dairy products. Here Heather Keats shares with us some of her favourite recipes.
Hi I'm Heather. I run the Core Strength for Mums courses at Highgrove Church every Wednesday evening. As an ex nurse-turned 'health coach', healthy eating is very much a part of my life and my work. I became vegetarian when I was 11 years old, being.... Click here to read more
August 2019
Fairphone 3 - could you consider swapping?
On the 27th August 2019, the Fairphone 3 launched which is said by it's manufactures to be their "newest response to the growing demand for a more ethical, reliable and sustainable phone".
This is the third generation phone made by the company which has aimed to create a modern smartphone whilst considering the impact of all aspects.... Click here to read more