Green London Girl

Hello! If you haven't done so already, check out my twitter feed for quick sustainable living tips and environmental news. I recently tweeted about the waste generated by takeaway coffee cups. I used to think coffee cups were recyclable because they're made of cardboard, but the waxy material on the inside (that stops your cup getting soggy) means that they're not able to be recycled. Fortunately, there's a great selection of 'keep cups' on the market that come in all sorts of designs. I love mine because its collapsible, so it can squish down in my handbag. Look for a cup with sustainable credentials, such as one made from recycled materials or from a carbon neutral company. You could also ask your favourite coffee shop to start using compostable/recyclable takeaway cups (they do exist, they're just very rare!). To make your coffee even greener, look out for upcoming articles on food choices and consumer power. I'll give you a hint of what's

Hello! Welcome to this brand spanking new blog - Green London Girl.  This blog is all about bringing you practical ideas and tips to help you lower your environmental footprint and live more sustainably. These tips are little changes that anyone can easily make in their every day lives, whether you live or work in a city or not, but they are inspired by things I come across every day in London. If you have suggestions for how we can #GreenTheCity then leave a comment on a post.  Make sure you spread these tips, tell your friends and get everyone you know following Green London Girl!