Useful Links
Animal Welfare
www.adirondackwildlife.org - rehabilitation of wildlife and conservation education
www.barnowltrust.org.uk - charity dedicated to the conservation of barn owls
www.drhadwentrust.org.uk - whilst evidence grows of the inefficiency and health risks associated with medicines tested on animals, the Dr Hadwen Trust is the UK's leading medical research charity funding exclusively non-animal techniques to replace animal experiments, benefiting humans and animals
www.vegansociety.com - millions in the UK avoid animal products for ethics, health and the environment. Why not get in touch - they're there to answer all your questions!
www.viva.org.uk - Vegetarians International Voice for Animals campaign resource; "eating meat, fish and dairy causes environmental destruction, damages human health, contributes to global hunger and inflicts immense suffering on billions of animals across the world. Viva! believes that the solution to all these problems is in our own hands: go vegetarian, or better still, vegan"
Campaigns
www.corporatewatch.org.uk - corporate-critical reseach since 1996; a research group supporting the campaigns which are increasingly successful in forcing corporations to back down
www.foe.co.uk - Friends of the Earth exists to protect and improve the conditions for life on Earth, now and for the future
www.climatecamp.org.uk - the Movement for Climate Action is a growing international network of campaigners for climate justice, horizontally organised, independent from government or big business, responsible for the National Camp for Climate Action
www.planestupid.com - a network of groups taking action against airport expansion and aviation's climate impact
www.platformlondon.org - PLATFORM works across disciplines for social and ecological justice - it combines the transformatory power of art with the tangible goals of campaigning, the rigour of in-depth research with the vision to promote alternative futures
Cleaning
www.ecocleaner.org.uk - Ecocleaner offers a reliable, trustworthy and efficient environmentally friendly cleaning service for commercial and domestic properties. Based in Bristol
www.thebigclean.co.uk/ContentView.aspx?id=12 - useful hints and tips for natural green cleaning, available from The Big Clean
www.livingclean.co.uk - dedicated to helping people protect the environment via environmentally friendly cleaning products
Computers, Phones & Communications
www.comm-tech.org - Comm-Tech provides ethical IT solutions to individuals and organisations. This includes computer recycling to minimise environmental harms and maximise community benefits, low-cost IT support for charities, and prioritising open source software
www.thephone.coop - make your phone go green, and save money on your phone calls with the Phone Co-Op. For further info, please click on more details>>
www.recyclemy.mobi - MPRO recycles mobile phones from retail suppliers,businesses, schools, collection points and the internet. The phones are repaired and refurbished for resale or the components are recycled in accordance with the WEE directive
www.springfieldholt.com - computer training and back-up service; see also: www.spectrumoa.com for 'Invu', the easy-to-use document management software for your truly paperless office
Construction & Home
www.alternative-space.com - garden rooms, offices and studios for the eco-sensitive. Featuring naturally renewable materials, FSC and CSA approved timbers, recycled insulants, the highest specification K class double glazing and maintenance free sedum/living roofs
www.coolcaves.com - the ethical alternative to the estate agent
www.ecodesignconsultants.co.uk - architects and sustainable design consultants
www.glasseco.co.uk - GLASSeco is made from 95% recycled glass bottles and recycled plastics which would have gone to landfill sites, so as well as looking great in your home it's also great for the environment too
www.greenbuildingstore.co.uk - a complete source for sustainable materials and building supplies. Serves the trade as well as DIY projects and offers a design service
www.greenregister.org.uk - The Green Register is an independent, self-funded organisation whose principal goal is to promote sustainable building practices across all disciplines of the construction industry, providing training and networking events throughout the UK
www.greenwoodsfurniture.co.uk/index.php - Green Woods Furniture offer a high quality range of solid wood furniture and beds, natural, organic mattresses and a superb range of complementary accessories. All are handmade in the UK, only using materials from sustainable and reclaimed sources and include many exclusive pieces from makers local to their Bristol base. They also supply ethically sourced organic bedding and pillows, Auro natural paints, and wood finishes
www.officeinteriorsltd.co.uk For used and second hand office furniture
www.green-works.co.uk - redistributors and remanufacturers of second-hand and used office furniture
www.jprwillow.co.uk - living willow for landscaping and gardens
Employment & Business Issues
www.article13.com - a Corporate Social Responsibility site with case studies and resources, which offers consultancy and training in sustainability
www.corsleycentre.co.uk - beautiful versatile affordable conference and training venue
www.ecotranslate.com - professional translation services for the renewable energy sector, at competitive prices
www.enviro2b.com - a European portal for environment and business issues, in French
www.ethical-jobs.co.uk - if you think that ethical employment only means working in the in the environment or charity sectors, take a good look around this site and prepare to be surprised at the variety of opportunities on offer!
www.ethical-junction.org - bringing together businesses and consumers who share a commitment to ethical values. Their directory gives easy access to products and services while ‘Pulse’, its news forum, is the source of up to date events info
www.ethicalmarketing.co.uk - the Real Green Retail Group; a group of dedicated and ethical green businesses who share a common purpose: to bring to customers a range of high quality, ethically produced products at a fair price
www.feelgoodpr.com - providing creative PR solutions for ethical businesses
www.greendirectory.net - a UK-based directory of green services including jobs in the environment field
www.media4change.org - helping businesses promote their environmental activities
www.secretagentmarketing.com - marketing and PR for ethical and green businesses
www.seewhatyouarebuyinginto.com - we all want to change the world for good; See What You Are Buying Into helps you to do this by listing companies that are open and honest about their Social, Environmental and Ethical (SEE) practices
www.upstart.coop - workers' co-op specialists in providing training, accounting and payroll services to co-ops and ethical businesses
Energy & Fuel
www.biofuelwatch.org.uk - Biofuelwatch highlight the environmental and human rights impacts of the global biofuels market, especially the vast releases of greenhouse gases and considerable biodiversity losses they can cause. They campaign for regulation to ensure only sustainably-sourced biofuels can be sold in the EU
www.bootsontheroof.com - the renewable energy training division of US-based Unitek, a long-running private school with a proven track record of certification-based and degree-based education programs in various technical and health care fields. Having successfully partnered with professional organisations nationwide to train tens of thousands of students, Unitek opened the Boots on the Roof division specifically to train the next generation of solar energy entrepreneurs, contractors and business people
www.eaga.com - the UK's leading provider of residential energy efficiency solutions, committed to outstanding customer service in government contracts, installation and specialist businesses; since their establishment in 1990, they've been at the forefront of environment, energy efficiency and social justice agendas across the UK, with a focus on the principles of employee onwership (eaga Partners) and strong corporate and social values
www.freesource.co.uk - Freesource Energy are an independent provider of renewable energy products to homes and businesses. They design, supply and install solar heating, solar power, wind turbines, heat pumps, wood boilers and stoves. Accredited with government grant schemes, they cover the whole of the UK and offer free surveys
www.greenelectricity.org - many electricity companies are now offering a ‘green’ tariff, but which tariffs are best? This website gives you details of the ‘green’ tariffs on offer to UK domestic customers
www.greenpeace.org/international/campaigns/climate-change/take_action/12_steps - a useful 12-step guide to energy conservation in the home
www.nef.org.uk - the National Energy Foundation empowers individuals and organisations to take action to reduce their carbon emissions through energy efficiency and use of sustainable energy sources to counter climate change
www.solarfusionltd.co.uk - government-accredited solar power supplier, based in Dorset, UK
www.uk-energy-saving.com - the UK Energy Saving site gives information and tips on ways to save energy, and also how to save money on household bills
Ethical Shopping & Lifestyle
www.absolutionsaves.com - fine organic and fair trade garments and goods for all the family, individually hand printed by Absolution Saves in their studio in Cornwall
www.alternatestyle.co.uk - Alternate Style means organic, natural ingredients and plant extracts, which create effective treatment and remedies for ailments and skin problems, and are of course authentic, original and all natural
www.by-hand.co.uk/index.php - By Hand sell beautiful, unique Balinese products, 100% fair trade, and individually handcrafted by skilled artisans with a passion for their work. All products cannot be found from any other UK retailer, and are wrapped in gorgeous handmade fair trade lokta paper from the hills of Nepal
www.ecoemporia.com - green gifts including jewellery, bags and art
www.ecoboom.co.uk - an extremely inclusive website that will provide everything you need for an eco-lifestyle: home, work and play - saving you money and improving your life. There is a lot more to Ecoboom than that, though, so why not use the site as best suits you - learning, talking, meeting people or just having fun
www.eco-eco.co.uk - green-living ecostore homeware and gifts
www.eco-friendlyweddings.co.uk - eco-chic wedding planning & suppliers directory; promoting environmentally friendly & ethical weddings
www.ecomoon.co.uk - eco-weddings planning, design, coordinatioon and workshops
www.ecoproductsuk.co.uk - suppliers of a range of products for home and garden that can help you to lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle
www.eloisegrey.com - fine ethical clothing made in the UK, specialising in tweed
www.goecostore.co.uk - Go Eco Store - providing a range of eco products that give real value for money, supporting your eco home and encouraging an eco lifestyle…
www.gooshing.co.uk - the ethical shopping website
www.globalmanners.com - being green is about respecting other people and you can't beat good manners to start with. This is an international manners and etiquette company specializing in performance-based manners which get results! See also www.susanfittersloane
www.the-green-apple.co.uk - the Green Apple was created for like-minded individuals who care about what they buy. Green Apple provide stylish and unique products that have been made with no exploitation of people, animals or the environment
www.greeneast.co.uk - eco-shop which represents an easy step towards helping you choose the right green products without busting your budget
www.thegreenguide.com - excellent regional guides for all manner of green and alternative activities
www.green-providers.co.uk - the Green Providers Directory has links to hundreds of natural green goods and services including renewable energy suppliers and fair trade clothing, gifts and gadgets. They also provide news, updates and blogs on the environment, nature, recycling, energy efficiency, climate change and related topics
www.thegreenshoppingguide.co.uk - your free, impartial guide. Helping you to find green and ethical products and services in the UK
www.guidemegreen.com - a growing resource for the ethically and environmentally conscious shopper who cares about what they eat and what they buy
www.magicnumberthree.co.uk - sumptuous ethical boutique and art gallery in Saltaire
www.natural-friends.com - Natural Friends is Britain's leading online dating and friendship service for eco-friendly, country-loving singles with sound ethical principles. All non-smokers
www.organiclinker.com - organic directory, listing all things organic. Sustainable, fair trade and ecologically-sound, from shopping to gardening
www.spellcrafters.co.uk - green witch pagan goods and services
Reusable bags Customgreenpromos.com offers products that consist of the highest grade material for Reusable bags and eco bags ranging from the RPET Reusable bags, Polypropylene Recyclable bags, and many more.
Finance & Investment
http://barchestergreen.co.uk - Barchester Green Investment is the UK's longest established Independent Financial Adviser (IFA), specialising in socially responsible, environmental and ethical investment
www.ecology.co.uk - not all financial institutions are the same: the Ecology Building Society are a building society with a difference. When you place your savings with Ecology you help to fund mortgages that lead to a more sustainable future. And if you have plans for a property or project that will improve our shared environment, take a look at their mortgages first
www.eiris.org - UK-based not-for-profit organisation Ethical Investment Research Services is the leading global provider of independent research into the social, environmental and ethical performance of companies. EIRIS provides comprehensive research of more than 2,800 companies in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific, looking into their social, environmental and ethical policies and practices, rather than financial status
www.ethicalmoney.org - the Ethical Investment Co-operative is a firm of Independent Financial Advisers dedicated to ethical and socially responsible investment, with extensive experience in all aspects of financial planning and mortgages. In further recognition of their role in investment advice, they have been appointed financial advisers to the Supporters of Amnesty International (UK) Ltd
www.greenaccountancy.com - a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants qualified in Environmental Conservation, whose aim is to encourage and help small businesses reduce environmental impacts
www.investing-ethically.co.uk - ethical investment for socially responsible people; Investing Ethically Ltd is a group of Norwich-based independent financial advisors with a deep commitment to ethical investment, and are members of Quakers in Business and the Ethical Investment Association
www.naturesave.co.uk - the ethical alternative for all your insurance needs, and the only insurer which protects you and the environment - providing comprehensive insurance cover for individuals, companies and charities at competitive prices
www.triodos.co.uk - winner of the Financial Times Sustainable Bank of the Year Award in 2009, Triodos Bank offers a pioneering banking model and the inspiration for a genuinely sustainable financial future. Crisis-resistant, genuinely transparent and only lending to and investing in organisations that benefit people and the environment, Triodos is unlike any other commercial bank
Food & Health
www.aromancecreams.co.uk - AroMance: A real aromatherapy treatment - in a jar! Created from only the purest of ingredients, AroMance creams are lovingly handblended in West Yorkshire by a professional aromatherapist, using only the finest base creams, together with fresh essential oils
www.buyorganics.co.uk - discover the secrets to creating a pure, healthy and naturally beautiful body and home, whilst still living a modern 21st Century lifestyle and caring for your ecosystem! BuyOrganics believe in starting with the creation of beautiful healthy skin and hair: a wide range of organic skincare and beauty products and natural organic skin care for face and body
www.earthwisegirls.co.uk - founded to help you find good quality natural menstrual products for your body, that won’t harm our world, and because they stock such a broad range of reusable sanitary towels, menstrual cups and sponges, they have everything you could need
www.greenfootsteps.com - easy green living for health and wealth. Green up your life with simple ideas that won't break the bank! Recipes for organic body care, organic gardening techniques, greener cleaning and information on diet and health
www.maacenter.org - a leading web resource for mesothelioma cancer information, dedicated to increasing awareness of the terrible health consequences of asbestos exposure
http://mcconellthomas.co.uk – a modern take on old fashioned retail - local fresh and free range foodstuffs, eco-friendly cleaning and laundry products and refills, a wide range of baby and infant goods, personal care, fair trade clothes and organic towelling range, eco-friendly gifts, cards, and environmentally friendly paints. They don’t like chemicals, pesticides, cruelty or unfairness in farming or trading, or unnecessary damage to the environment
http://store.nealsyardremedies.com/index.html?action=75 – famous supplier of health and body care products and services, in Bath and elsewhere
www.pan-uk.org - Pesticide Action Network UK; working to eliminate the dangers of toxic pesticides, our exposure to them, and their presence in the environment where we live and work. Nationally and globally, PAN UK promote safer alternatives, the production of healthy food, and sustainable farming
www.plushpants.co.uk - providing cloth nappies, nappy wraps and natural menstrual products, Plush Pants have ten years of independent cloth nappy sales and advice
www.pressurecaredirect.com - specialists in the sale and rental of high quality, affordable pressure relieving mattresses and electric nursing beds
www.soilassociation.org - the Soil Association is the UK's leading organic organisation, working as organic certification inspectors across the country
www.terrynappies.co.uk - traditional terry nappies remain the most versatile, quick drying and economical washable nappies available, and you can find find all the information you need to successfully nappy your baby using terry squares, including detailed instructions on many kinds of terry folds, a variety of the best terry nappies available in the UK, plus all the related products you could ever need here, including nappi nippas, pins, wraps, liners and boosters
www.turnham-green.co.uk - providing luxury hampers filled with delectable gourmet goods: maximum indulgence with minimal damage to the environment, local communities and you. They put all their love and care into making the delicious handmade contents themselves, and those they’re unable to make are sourced from likeminded companies who are committed to ethical practices and making a positive difference
www.yoga2hear.co.uk - online store for audio yoga and relaxation classes
Kids’ Stuff!
www.ethicalpartybags.com - fairtrade and ethical kids’ party bags; why not be different and have a party bag that is benefiting producers and is green?
www.freddysays.com - exists for one reason and one reason alone - to allow you, the customer, complete access to the best quality, unique, ethically-made, designer baby clothes and accessories
www.kids-international.org - Kids’ International Net Donations support charities for free while you shop! A volunteer-run group dedicated to raising funds for children's organisations worldwide
Leisure & Tourism
www.apartment-in-umbria.co.uk/index.html - apartment available for holiday and short term rents, situated on the outskirts of the small medieval hill town of Castel Rigone, in Umbria, an area of outstanding natural beauty, and the birthplace of the slow food movement.
www.dailyinfo.co.uk - your one-stop guide to life in Oxford, in continuous publication in one way or another, since 1964
www.ecofriendlytourist.com - the user-friendly guide to green holidays. Packed with ideas and information on where to go, how to get there and things to do while you’re away. Plus a growing guide to eco-friendly accommodation in the UK
www.moles.co.uk - Moles Club, one of the UK's best live music venues: founded upon a mainly live-music policy, along with the provision of real are and a more natural environment with plenty of wood finishes, and an absence of "plastic", the club has expanded and continued to develop over the years in an organic fashion. Boasts a proud history of famous name gigs and studio recordings
www.organicholidays.co.uk - website directory of organic holidays, around two thirds of which offer organic meals
www.treesforlife.org.uk - an organisation specifically dedicated to restoring the Caledonian Forest to a target area of 600 square miles in the Scottish Highlands, working in partnership with the Forestry Commission, RSPB and private landowners, and own and manage the 10,000 acre Dundreggan Estate. Each year they run over 45 Conservation Work Weeks, planting over 100,000 trees in protected areas, and carry out other restoration work such as seed collection and propagation of young trees and rare woodland plants
www.wildernessscotland.com - an award-winning adventure travel and ecotourism company, specialising in self-guided small group walking and adventure holidays in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, such as sea kayaking, canoeing and mountain biking
Printers & Other Stationers
www.alocalprinter.com - environmentally friendly printing company based in Storrington, West Sussex, promoting the use of recycled paper, certified FSC paper and vegetable inks. Flyers, business cards, printed stationery, leaflets and more with prices and easy ordering online
www.bacchuspress.com - using soy or vegetable-based inks and recycled paper is only one of the many ways Bacchus Press shows a commitment to the environment. They aim to reduce their energy consumption, pollution and waste, as well as the overall carbon footprint of every printing, packaging, and mailing job that passes through their Emeryville, California facility
www.ecofriendlyprinter.com - a New York-based ethical printer, for all your environmentally responsible and affordable printing solutions
www.gemini-press.co.uk - based in Shoreham by Sea near Brighton, for the finest local quality professional green printing backed by high quality service and ISO 14001 certification
www.greencardcompany.co.uk - their products demonstrate that it is entirely possible for design-led, high quality stationery to be on recycled paper or card and produced in an environmentally responsible manner with minimal packaging, using vegetable-based inks and donating 20% of the total order of personalised cards to a charity of your choice. We are a small company but determined to grow and to offer that choice as widely as possible
www.greenprinter.co.uk - an independent online resource for printers edited by environmental consultant Clare Taylor, providing vital independent information and advice for the print industry on how it can tackle the environmental issues affecting the sector
www.leapmedia.co.uk - a zero carbon graphic design agency with backgrounds in organic and sustainable development
www.oxfordgreenprint.co.uk - providing ethical, low impact printing to community groups, campaign groups, NGOs and businesses. They also offer a range of other services, including design, proof reading, label printing, office supplies, comb-binding and lamination
www.parklanepress.co.uk - a combination of waterless print, craftsmanship in both the repro and print processes, non-mineral inks, a carefully managed environmental system and wider choices of eco friendly papers have allowed Park Lane Press, based in Corsham, to continue to produce high quality work with reduced impact on the environment
www.planetproofreading.co.uk – proudly committed to working in as planet-friendly a way as possible, Planet Proofreading provide an excellent and reliable proofreading and light copy-editing service with quick turnaround times. Planet Proofreading is proudly committed to working in a planet-friendly way wherever possible, at no extra cost to the customer
www.rootstudio.co.uk - a graphic design and illustration agency with a twist. Their team of award winning designers offer a full range of creative and marketing services such as design, print, web design, advertising, illustration and more. The twist: they care. Root Studio promote a healthy use of recycled materials and eco-friendly processes that the majority of design agencies overlook
www.severnprint.co.uk - based in Gloucester, a printer with a difference: they combine sound ethics with great business value. The winner of four environmental awards, Severnprint are powered by renewable electricity, use process-less printing plates for water use reduction and use vegetable inks
www.treecycle.com - our US counterpart! Oregon-based green office supplies, providing education and access to a wide range of environmentally-friendly products and minimizing impacts by considering the environment with every business decision they make
www.watabaran.org - a fair trade Nepalese company which produces recycled handmade paper products with modern designs, like Christmas cards, paper gift bags, eco friendly gift boxes and paper notebooks. They ensure good working atmosphere, fair salary, insurance and paid vacation combined with strong democratic and environmental values
Resource Management
www.antiquesfairs.com - Bowman Antiques are a family business who've been organising quality antiques fairs in Stafford since 1973. Making use of antiques is about as carbon neutral a pursuit as they come, as you are dealing with properly made longlife products that won't fall apart in a year's time
www.rubbish.net - with over 15 years’ experience, Abacus Property Clearance are house clearance specialists who have cleared thousands of houses throughout the North of England and Scotland, recycling 75% of all items from any given house clearance. They also have useful sections on recycling computers and scrap metal
www.crn.org.uk - the CRN UK is the national umbrella organisation for community-based, not-for-profit and co-operative waste management groups which work in reduction, re-use and recycling
www.direct.gov.uk/en/Environmentandgreenerliving/Wasteandrecycling/index.htm - in a hurry? Find out how to recycle and reduce waste, and more about greener living - it will only take two minutes with Directgov’s quick guides
www.thelaundry.biz - Central London-based social enterprise rubbish collection company with no contracts, no minimum collection amounts and low costs, recycling everything they collect
www.rag-and-bone.co.uk - a useful way of recycling large or bulky items that you have no longer any need for but are too good to simply throw away. It provides an economical and effortless way to recycle unwanted, but still usable or repairable, household items
www.recyclenow.com - complete guide to recycling in the UK including what you can recycle and where to recycle near you
www.recyclingexpert.co.uk - how to recycle just about anything... contains over 70 articles, all written by their team of experts
www.recycling-guide.org.uk - find out how you can help conserve the planet through recycling with their valuable advice
www.recyclingsupermarket.com - a one-stop-shop information service for up-to-date news, information and guides on everything to do with recycling, waste management and the environment
www.wasteawarescotland.org.uk - find out how and why to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle your household waste with Waste Aware Scotland. Keep up-to-date with the latest waste news and events, and what is being done to encourage people to be more waste aware in the Scottish area. Get all the information you need about their National Waste Strategy, what happens to the materials that you recycle, waste technologies, legislation, facts and figures. You can also access a range of useful resources and publications, including public attitudes surveys and the Waste Aware Scotland magazine
http://northcounty.wm.com - Waste Management North County is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America
www.wastewatch.org.uk/homepage - Waste Watch is a UK environmental charity working to change the way people use the world's natural resources, through advice, education and support; their vision is a world where people use resources effectively, live sustainably and make a positive contribution to the environment.
