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Issue 12 - October 2009 |
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From the Editor…
If you received our very first newsletter you may realise that this edition is a very special one. It is our First Birthday Edition and we are celebrating successfully coming full circle. It is fitting that this has happened in September as I always feel it is a month of changes, to review what we have achieved, look ahead and plan what needs to be done. The harvests are nearly in and we are turning our attention to preparing for the winter months ahead. The sun is setting a little earlier each evening allowing us time to contemplate what needs changing and what needs improving. At the same time there are so many exciting new starts - new schools, new classes and for some young, and ‘more mature,’ students the Big Adventure of university begins where a whole new world of amazing opportunities opens up. The BGI has grown immensely in the past year. We are extremely proud of what Brigit has achieved and with more of our combined hard work and dedication we look forward to spreading the green message to more people in the next 12 months. Jo x The Big Green Bus at Colwall Green Primary School
When Rowan announced her engagement, our first thought was ‘Congratulations!’ Our second thought was ‘Hmm… wonder if she will write something about it for us…’ So here is the first installment of her wedding plans showing how to tie the knot without being the undoing of the planet! full story Living Without… a Car!! Part 2 - the summer holidays…
According to the lovely Rachel - a self confessed cookbook addict - the Abel and Cole cookbook is her favourite and most dipped-into cookbook. Find out why No More Grey Days?
Eleanor Davies runs Elonearth, a wonderfully named company that recycles old furniture. To discover how one man’s trash can be another man’s environmentally friendly treasure read on Bochica
Jo has a confession. Stick her on a beach or cliff in Cornwall and she spends all her time watching the sea for wildlife. So imagine her excitement when Cornwall Wildlife Trust organised a Dolphin, Whale and Basking Shark watch! Find out how it went Home, Dry… and Green
Letter of the month ‘I watched a film a couple of weeks ago called the Age of Stupid… after seeing it felt a little depressed about where the human race was taking the world so the next morning I decided to do something about it. Here is what I have done so far:
I think that’s about all, but I would really love anyone else to share with me what else I can do. If it is going to reduce my carbon footprint then I am up for “almost” anything.’ Richard MacKenzie, Witney, Oxfordshire Note: We were so inspired by Richard’s letter. It goes to show that all those small things can really make a difference!
If you have a green tip you would like to share, an idea for something you would like to read about or any comments on this newsletter please email me: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) To unsubscribe from our newsletter click here and type ‘unsubscribe’ in the subject line © The Big Green Idea 2009 - 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: Although The Big Green Idea does not encourage consumerism, we do appreciate that everyone shops for essentials and the occasional treat they cannot create themselves. If you choose to shop with any of the merchants via the links in the right-hand column, they will donate between 7% and 10% from the sale to us.
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About Us The Bus How You Can Help
‘Hi ! My name’s Brigit and today I want to tell you about…’ Chat from Brigit and the team as the 2009 bus tour season concludes, we visit events, and learn just what it takes to make a green charity keep ticking over! Other blogs we think you may like: There’s plenty going on around the UK, so why not dip in? Many of these events are free or very reasonably priced! We are also starting to include weekend and longer courses on a wide variety of ethical, eco- or green-related subjects. Regular Features Gardening: Another Summer Draws to a Close Seasonal Recipes - The Glorious Blackberry A little Green thought… If there is to be an ecologically sound society, it will have to come the grass Paul Hawken The Ecology of Commerce Green Tip of the Month Mary Horncastle from Reading emailed in to say ‘Put leftovers into a plastic container, such as an old ice-cream carton, to store in the fridge. It saves using cling film and works especially well with cheese or sliced meat. Do the same with sandwiches and packed lunches.’ Website of the Month
Organic Food Awards 2009‘We’ve just revealed this years winners of our annual organic food awards; covering 12 categories of food and drink, find out what is the best in organic produce this year’ Affiliate shopping
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I hope this newsletter finds you in good health and you have all enjoyed a warm, relaxing and green summer.
The Big Green Bus had another successful outing, this time to Colwall Green Primary School. And it’s not only the children who were inspired, as Salena 
Green Weddings
It’s been a few months since Judy and family began life without their trusty white Golf. The summer holidays have come and gone so how did the Napper family fare with just local transport to keep them entertained? Find out in the 
Book Review
With pressure on women to look younger, avoiding chemical laden dyes and going grey gracefully requires a whole new mindset. Teacher and BGI friend Ally was brave enough to try the grey way - find out 
Elonearth
Emily Best has started a company called Bochica, which offers affordable, ethical fashion. Find out what she thinks of the cotton trade and what inspired her 
Shark Watch
Moving house is such a stressful time that making sure you recycle your waste is not always top of your list of priorities. But with the help of a bucket and an old ice-cream carton, it can be done! Jo 
