Category Archives: Environmental Management

• How to Tell if you Wood you Buy is Sustainable

  Posted on September 18, 2018 by admin in Environmental Management.

  You might think that all wood you buy nowadays will be responsibly sourced and ethical. This isn’t always the case and wood can still be brought in from abroad, where it might not have come from sustainable sources. To find out whether your wood is sustainable, all it takes is a little research on your […]

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• The Environmental Impact of Natural Light in a Home

  Posted on July 25, 2018 by admin in Environmental Management.

  It has long been known that we all need to do our parts in our own individual homes to help look after the planet. Rooflights and windows are one of the most effective ways of letting in light, which is very important for our health, our productivity and out sleep cycled. The benefits of natural […]

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• Working in Environmental Management

  Posted on May 20, 2018 by admin in Environmental Management.

  Environmental management is, as a field, an interesting area to go into. You will have a varied and important role, helping to protect habitats and wildlife and carrying out surveys to understand the bigger picture in terms of conservation. If you are interested in the area of conservation, this could be the perfect career for […]

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• Sourcing your Oak Ethically

  Posted on December 15, 2017 by admin in Environmental Management.

  Oak is a beautiful and highly popular type of wood that is used for flooring, furniture and various other purposes around the home. If you buy oak from the wrong sources though, you are contributing to wider problems in the production and sustainability of oak products. You need to make sure your oak supplier is […]

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  The Benefits and Risks of Rain Capturing Systems

  Posted on May 31, 2016 by Giles in Energy Saving, Environmental Management.

  Rain capturing systems are growing in popularity around the world, and for good reason. They are the best way to maintain a private water supply for your home which, during periods of drought, could see you circumventing hosepipe bans and skyrocketing water prices. They can reduce the burden on the state-run water systems, which is […]

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