The Big Green Idea Newsletter

	BGI Newsletter
	Issue 2 - October 2008
DIARY of green events	From the Editor... 'Hello, I'm Jo and I am lucky enough to have been asked to be the editor of the BGI Newsletter. My job is easy, I have an amazing group of knowledgeable friends who write inspiring and informative articles - I just get to read them and pass them on to you! This month, with the approach of winter and the unstable financial situation, we learn how to effectively insulate our houses to cut our fuel bills. Also the article on how our young people really can show us the way to go green is a must read. Most importantly, we look forward to the Big Green Bus's maiden voyage to the Big Bradford Green Fair on October 4th. I plan to be there and look forward to telling you all about it next month...' Jo Our bus's first outing is to the Big Bradford Green Fair! With our first event less than a week away we've been working flat out to get the bus refit finished by the end of September. We had hoped to finish earlier, but as the bus is no longer under cover it's been a bit difficult with all this rain! Brigit fills us in on the final days of preparation, with all the news on the latest additions upstairs and down... full update Eco-students lead the way... You've got to catch them young! goes the old saying and it's definitely the case with environmental education these days. There are Government schemes such as 'Eco-schools' but more and more pupils are taking matters into their own hands and forming their own campaign groups to help schools and businesses green up their act, and as we found out, it can lead to great things... more details Preparing your home for winter - Go Green and Save Pounds!! Is 'Green' the new mean? Or does being green make economical as well as ecological sense? Our home-grown energy advisor, Arcturus Rann talks to us about how being green can not only save you money, it can save the planet as well... full story Who will save us? A 'Penguin's eye' view... ‘Who Will Save Us?' is an inspirational book by Rebecca Mørch for children and their adults, which takes a positive and empowering approach to the issues of climate change and helping to resolve it. It contains a heartfelt and engaging story about a small group of young penguins discovering their wonderful world, only to find it is changing at the hands of the humans. However, there is hope... find out more Have your (cup)cake and eat it! - Shikhita Singh 'When I started Fair Cake, I had no idea about running a business. All I knew was that this was going to be a 'good' business. I had been hooked on the American blogs about cupcakes for a good few months when I decided that I could start my very own cupcake company in London. Little did I know how difficult the next few months were going to be...' more details First time festival fears! Never been to a summer festival but really fancy it? Editor Jo and her daughter were in the same situation so we challenged them to bite the bullet, pick an event and get down there! They chose the 'Croissant Neuf Solar Powered Summer Party', an intimate green event in south Wales. Here's how it went... full story Dreaming of an Allotment for Christmas? Our Lord of the allotment Jim'll suggests you make your move now! read article Surfers Against Sewage - Drawing Boards Auction Our friends at SAS are well known for their innovative fundraising events but this has to be one of their best to date! Whether you are interested in urban art or inspired by graphic design, a massive Beatles fan looking for a one-off opportunity to get your hands on Sir Paul McCartney's artistry or a collector of the work of the original Young British Artists, this auction holds something for you... full story To Unsubscribe from our newsletter click here and type 'unsubscribe' in the subject line © The Big Green Idea 2008 - Content Editor: Jo Barlow The Big Green Idea registered charity No. 1123650 Disclaimer: All views expressed in the content are those of the relevant author or sources they draw upon, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Big Green Idea or its Trustees. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of any information in this publication, readers should not rely upon it and should verify the detail for themselves before acting upon it. Important Notice: The Big Green Idea does not encourage consumerism, but we do appreciate that everyone shops for essentials and the occasional treat they cannot create themselves. If you choose to shop with GREENPEOPLE via the link opposite, they will donate 10% from the sale to us.	Donate Why Not Sponsor Our Newsletter? Your Logo Here! Visit our website Home About Us The Bus Resources How you Can Help Contact us Brigit's Blog 'Hi ! My name's Brigit and today I want to tell you about...' Chat from Brigit and the team as they work towards getting the bus on the road, visit events, or just want to get stuff off their collective chest ! A little Green thought... 'To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug.' Helen Keller RSPB - Feed the Birds Royal Society for the Protection of Birds volunteer Fiona Sharp asks us to remember our feathered friends this winter and support this very worthwhile initative... full details Affiliate shopping
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ARTICLES in this issue
Fairtrader Shikhita Singh invites you to 'Have your cupcake and eat it'
Who will save us? An inspiring eco-book for youngsters by Rebecca Mørch.
REGULAR FEATURES Gardening in October Seasonal Recipes: Autumn Treats! Green News from around the world Seasonal Snippets Preserving Marrows
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