“The government’s own report shows the popularity of LTNs; and the ‘trial then consult’ approach as being successful in broad terms.” [London Cycling Campaign] “LTN schemes… Read More »How can Low-Traffic Neighbourhoods work?

… reducing your emissions… mixing business and pleasure… saving money… And why not use a specialised platforms such as Trainline Business… There are a lot of… Read More »Take the train for business trips!

Essebeare Farm, Witheridge, Devon – a ‘Pasture For Life’ certified organic farm which focuses on rotational grazing, hedge and bank restoration and agroforestry. . The Pasture… Read More »‘Rewinding to restore biodiversity’: a livestock farm in Devon

“Taking action can at least help with mental health.” [psychologists Fiona Charlson of the University of Queensland and Tara Crandon of QIMR Berghofer] . Generally… Read More »Moving from exhaustion to motivation and empowerment

… from construction to consumer products… . These pages have just looked at innovative materials to reuse waste – including repurposing and recycling. But this is not just… Read More »Innovative materials to reduce carbon

Going beyond recycling – reduce, repair, reuse, repurpose. “In Africa we have been practising the circular economy for centuries.” [Ghislain Irakoze, CEO and founder of Wastezon,… Read More »Innovative materials to reuse waste 

Should we have citizens’ assemblies for Sidmouth/East Devon? It’s been happening with the New South Yorkshire citizens’ assembly, the Southampton Citizens’ Climate Assembly and the Wandsworth Citizens’ Assembly on air quality. .… Read More »Citizens assemblies: enhancing democracy or bureaucracy?

“The unfairness of Dublin Airport seeking to grow passenger numbers by 25%, while farmers must cut their emissions by the same amount.” [Irish Farmers Association]… Read More »Why are farmers so angry? Why are ‘flights over food’ prioritised?

As digital and creative now dominate the economy and as working from home even by the seaside is becoming the norm – and in Devon, “the world of remote working… Read More »Getting better digital connectivity in rural communities

“At a recent committee, councillors couldn’t agree whether to grant or refuse planning permission and instead voted to visit the site before making a decision.” [Local… Read More »Allowing a warehouse or a vaccination centre at Greendale Business Park?

Looking at the way we create products, services and systems. . What is the Design Economy – and how can it “build back better and… Read More »The design economy – the circular economy

“Agroforestry systems both in temperate regions and in the Mediterranean represent highly valuable habitats for birds.” [Manon Edo of Agricology] . Agroforestry is being seen… Read More »Agroforestry, net zero and biodiversity

“An area of Buckhaven is to become a test-bed for a new technology which – if it works – could end the global energy crisis.”… Read More »Trialling hydrogen energy in our homes

“The inflexible 9-to-5 work model is gradually being replaced by a more adaptable and personalized approach.” [entrepreneur.com] “The nature of jobs will change, rather than… Read More »AI and the Four Day Week

“More than a thousand people a year in the South West could be spared death if more patients with high blood pressure were treated.” [NHS]… Read More »Get your blood pressure checked!