Eco Living

Summer is upon us and it is time for seasonal fun like picnics. Why not make the most of our local shops and market to buy a totally plastic free picnic? To add entertainment, you can borrow garden games from the Letchworth Garden Shed www.letchworthgardenshed.com for a small fee. Here at Royston Environmental Group we […]

Spring is definitely in the air now, with shoots growing and fledglings appearing. What better time of year to get out and make the most of our wonderful surroundings, and start doing something to help nature? 7th-15th June is national Great Big Green Week; the UK’s biggest celebration of community action to tackle climate change

Since the 1930s, 97% of wildflower meadows have been lost due to agriculture, urbanisation, and excessive use of sprays and fertilisers. This loss threatens the survival of pollinating insects, which are crucial to our food supply. One in three bites of food we eat is pollinated by insects, enabling fruits and seeds to develop. Plants

At last the days are warming up and wild flowers are popping all around us. Spring has definitely sprung! Here are some events to think about: Fashion Revolution Week, Tuesday 22nd to Sunday 27th April 2025: Each year in April, encourages us to ask our favourite brands, “Who made my clothes?” Doing this helps to

March brings many opportunities to take part in sustainable activities. There is so much to look forward to in spring! The Great British Spring Clean and Great Big School Clean 2025 returns from 21st March – 6th April 2025. Look out for local litter picks or just take a small bag and pair of gloves

At last, what feels like the longest month of the year is over and we can look forward and “Show The Love” in February: www.theclimatecoalition.org/show-the-love It’s run by the Climate Coalition for the whole of February helping you take action to protect the people and places you love. Share your story and and craft a

When it comes to making your New Year resolutions, here’s a list of ideas to help you along. Pick one, some or all and stick to the plan! Shop Local: For all manner of food and home items, pop to the shops on foot and pick up a few necessary items instead of driving out

There’s no escaping it, but it’s THAT time of year again! Time to dig out the decorations, sort out the Secret Santa and dial down the consumerism. Here’s an idea to make it fun and sustainable…   STRINSEL! Who needs tacky, metallic plastic tinsel when you can create Strinsel? Originally utilising string, this version uses