Using R and U Values to Make Your Home Heat Efficient

/in , /by

Saving energy on your heating can save you money on your bills and also decrease your carbon footprint. A helpful way to assess the efficiency of doors, windows, walls and what insulation you may wish to use can be the U and R values attributed to the product. They describe the transfer of energy in the form of heat, very helpful if you’re looking to make your house heat efficient! Here’s a short guide on how to make the most of these details.

Read more

Pop into our Pop-up-Shop

/in , , /by

For the week commencing Monday 26th January, volunteers from the WSCC West Sussex Waste Prevention Advisors scheme, District and County employees, University Students and surprise guests will be talking complete rubbish from a Pop-up-Shop in the Swan Walk shopping centre, Horsham. Recycling a volunteers suggestion has led to the taking over of a vacant unit at the centre to showcase the skills and ingenuity of the team while promoting the West Sussex waste initiatives.

Read more

Rubbish or a craft resource?

/in , /by

After the festive season many people throw away their Christmas wrapping paper, Christmas cards and cracker content, not here!  These waste resources make stunning art materials for our Green Club.  Last week saw the start of our Pedro’s After School Green Club at the William Penn Primary School in Coolham, West Sussex. 15 children ranging from 6 to 11 came together to learn ways they can “upcycle” these materials into new Christmas resources. We made new crackers out of cardboard tubes, Christmas wrapping paper and unwanted cracker jokes and gifts.  Out of the Christmas cards we made present tags and Christmas cards for next year and thank you cards for this year.

Read more

Rescue your Christmas waste!

/in , , , /by

Christmas is an exciting time of year, especially for little people, however it is also a very wasteful time of year. The recycling bins tend to be overflowing (at best) and the household waste bins equally full.  Here is one idea for reducing the waste in your recycling bin……

 

 

Read more

12 Green Days of Christmas

/in , /by

On the 1st day of Christmas my true love said to me

“I’m glad we bought a fresh turkey, and a proper Christmas tree”.

On the 2nd day of Christmas much laughter could be heard, Read more

Rudgwick launch Outdoor Learning area

/in , /by

Watch this space….Rudgwick Primary School have just launched a new outdoor learning area.  Photos and more information to follow shortly!

To learn more about this school go to www.Rudgwickprimaryschool.org.uk. Read more

UK homes are getting greener

/in /by

Simple livingThe UK has a target to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions by a massive 80% before 2050 – an ambitious target no doubt, but most certainly achievable. In just 8 years, the average UK property has increased its EPC (energy performance rating) from an E to a D, and we’re seeing increasing numbers of new properties built to Zero Carbon Standards (Zero Carbon means that the building is so energy efficient, that it will actually exceed an A rating on the EPC scale).  Take a look at this fantastic infographic to find out more about just how green the British are at home. Read more

Worthing Coastal Fair & BIG Beach Clean

/in , , , /by

Saturday 20th September 2014: 10.30 am – 4.00 pm
Beach Parade Prom and Adjacent Beach House Gardens in Worthing

Come and sample Wildlife, Heritage and Sustainability projects.  Join in with an annual Great British Beach Clean and Litter Survey.

• Browse sustainability stands – Energy; Astronomy; Marine Wildlife; Diving; Aquatic Sports; Health and Lifestyle; Local Food; Water, Waste and Recycling. Read more

Green up your digital communications

/in , /by

Climate change should be on the entire Sussex communities mind, in one way or another. Becoming more aware of the effects of emissions on the environment, we are looking for “greener” ways to live, from buying local (and sustainable) food and products, traveling via lower-emission transportation methods, and building up recycling and composting programs. Have you thought about your carbon footprint in relation to IT, emails and social media though?  Read more

Learn and help on biodynamic farm in Sussex

/in , /by

WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms), which holds its roots in East Sussex, is a global exchange organisation which links volunteers with organic farms, smallholdings, gardens, woodlands and even vineyards. In exchange volunteers receive food, accommodation and learning on the land.

Read more

Walk with nature

/in , /by

 

Looking for some outdoor play for the children to make them run off all that energy?  And are you in need of a little breathing space this summer holiday?  How about joining us on a Sussex Green Living walk, talk, play and picnic – “Walk with Nature”.  We have been watching the weather it is looking OK on Friday 22nd August, so we have decided to head off to the truly stunning Lords Piece Common, Near Fittleworth – here are a few photos to whet your appetite!

Read more

Learn how to green up your home

/in , /by

Open homes inspire with ideas for green living and cutting energy bills

Eco Open Houses Lewes 13-14 September 2014

Ditchling, Barcombe & rural 20-21 September 2014

Lewes Eco Open Houses will run its fifth annual event over two weekends in September 2014.  16 eco-friendly homes will open their doors to the public, five for the first time. Read more

Survey reveals South East is environmentally conscious

/in , /by

A recent survey has revealed some interesting results regarding green living in the south east of England. The survey asked the nation about how environmentally-conscious people were in their day to day lives. Of those taking part in the survey, a significant number were based in the South East; in fact, more people responded in that part of the country than anywhere else.

Read more

Treasure from Trash

/in , /by

Treasure from Trash, a colourful and captivating free exhibition of creative upcycling from around the world, is showing at the Linklater, Lewes Railway Land in Lewes, until August 31. It will intrigue anyone who has ever thrown anything away, since every object in the show used to be something else!  Open Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays 10 – 3pm and Sundays 2 – 5 pm.

 

 

Read more

Family Fun Day – Lancing Beech Green

/in /by

Freddysmile children’s cancer charity

Sussex Green Living are going to a family fun day organised by and raising money for the Lancing based charity Freddysmile, its Sunday 20th July from 10am-4pm at Lancing Beach Green.

There will be lots of stalls, children’s races, a mascot race, face painting, dog show, donkey rides, beer tent and much more. Read more

Water Matters event in Pulborough

/in , /by

PRESS RELEASE…..Meet the experts and get the conversation flowing about why Water Matters

A one-day event aiming to empower communities to deal with flooding, drought and other water issues is being held at Pulborough Village Hall  on 19 July 2014, 10am to 4pm. Read more

Positive green solutions around the World

/in , /by

PEA Award 2013Do you want to be inspired and hear some good news for once? There are a lot of problems in our world, but come and to a presentation by Nicola Peel at Worthing, Lewes or Midhurst in July and learn about her positive approach to some serious environmental issues.

 

 

Read more

School celebrates after winning eco art award

/in /by

School celebrates after winning eco art award – article

Explore the South Downs by bus

/in , , /by

A new way to explore the South East, the Discovery ticket, has officially just been launched in the South Downs for the summer 2014, giving families the freedom and flexibility to hop on and off all buses in the National Park throughout the day,

Read more

Gatwick Airport New Flight Path Consultation

/in , /by

CAGNE communities against Gatwick noise emissionsPost submitted on behalf of CAGNE – Communities Against Gatwick Noise Emissions.  This page tells you where to find more information about the new  flight path plan and what you can do to object.

Your Action is Needed Now!

Please participate, there is a deadline of 14th August, Read more

Local pupils tackle plastic waste issue in Parliament

/in , , , /by

Primary Earth SummitPupils from 20 primary schools, two from West Sussex, told high-level politicians and industry leaders how they thought plastic waste could be reduced.

The children, from Seaside Primary School in Lancing, and Waterfield Primary School in Crawley, Read more

recycled scarecrows

Make your own scarecrow

/in /by

Make your own scarecrow – article

Sussex Festival of Nature

/in , /by

This Sunday 22nd June sees the annual Sussex Festival of Nature which takes place on the South Downs at Stanmer Park, Brighton. The event allows visitors to explore the varied landscapes of the county, whilst finding out more about sustainable ways to connect with the environment.  Sussex Green Living’s 100% recycled stand, Pedro and his recycled robots will be there, playing green games and giving ideas as to how people can lead a greener life. Read more

How Do Sussex Homes Rate When It Comes to Saving Energy at Home?

/in , , /by

Simple livingThere is no doubt that more families in Sussex than ever before are trying to live a green life these days.

The availability of online information and environmentally friendly products mean that it is now possible to live a green life without making huge efforts or sacrifices. However, this seems like a good moment to consider how far Sussex residents have come in making their homes as energy efficient as possible.

Read more

You can help this Philippine disaster

/in , /by

You can make a difference……Last week we published an urgent message about another disaster in the Philippines… the Philippine Community Fund (PCF), their community centre, health centre, school for 600 children and 3,000 families are being evicted from their homes on this Manila dumpsite. The full story can be read here.

You can support them in many ways:

 

Read more