What else can we do for the environment

I decided to try to stop flying. Covid has certainly helped with that but I've also figured out many European train routes I wouldn't have considered before. Also decided to get a grip on my clothes buying. Truly enjoyable but totally unnecessary in my case. Haven't bought a single item for nearly two years now. Well pleased. Recycling is now second nature and our bin system is pretty comprehensive. Started using my car again instead of public transport because of covid but I'm easing back out of that but not entirely. I'm on the case. Hoping to cut back on fuel usage this winter but that remains to be seen. A work in progress...... and fingers crossed that Winter is not too brutal this year. I'm certainly learning more as each day passes and I implement what I can.

Scones I do need to get my husband to buy less. He always thinks big and over orders just in case.

Thank you Shropshirelass

I am passionate about the environment too Shropshireless and recycle everything I can in the usual way.
Beyond that I put old items of wood, slabs etc on Facebook for free so they can have a second life.
I do beach cleans regularly, especially this summer where litter was a problem.
I no longer use plastic water bottles or buy coffees on the go. I use my own flasks and chilli bottles.
I dispose of dog poo bags responsibly.
I fly far less than I used to and am happy to travel by train rather than car if possible.
Most importantl, I talk about the environment with my grandchildren and share ideas.

Sound like you're doing some brilliant stuff there Shropshirelass.

Other things I do that you may well already be doing:-
Garden organically - no pesticides, herbicides, slug pellets
Buy less of everything.
When you do buy if possible buy secondhand/vintage/used things
Campaign/contribute to charities that protect the environment.
Join a local group protecting the environment e.g. Surfers Against Sewage, Litter picking groups

You've inspired me to think of more things I can do. Thank you.

Aldom. This is the link for TerraCycle.

www.terracycle.com/en-GB/

I haven't heard of the TerraCycle Scheme but I would be very interested to learn about it please. I am very conscious of the need to care for the environment. I recycle, cook from scratch, don't use paper towels, walk or use public transport. I gave up my car four years ago. My clothes are bought to last not to be thrown away after a few weeks. I use very few cleaning products and no chemicals in the garden.