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I thought choosing floors for our house renovation would be simple. Turns out, it is a minefield. Every supplier under the sun has some eco-friendly marketing angle. But, they won't tell you how much anything costs. Just when you think you've found "the one", you discover they only sell to contractors, not normal everyday people. It's enough to make you scream! Luckily, I've done the screaming for you. Check out this new post on the sustainability and feasibility of various flooring options. https://buff.ly/49ZT6Tx

More and more house builds are using cladding to achieve a certain aesthetic, keep costs down, or provide additional insulation. We look at the choices and sustainability trade offs of the most popular types of cladding in the UK. https://buff.ly/49fPtZl

Sustainability is a complex topic. Are you wondering where to start? Ecodove has teamed up with Metta and Hive Founders to illuminate the basics. 101.
Lesson 1: Sustainability is good business. 83% of Millennials are more loyal to companies that help them contribute positively to social environmental issues

Ecodove has teamed up with Metta and HiveFounders
is coming. Let's get back to basics.

Check out this really informative article on energy prices:

Energy price cap: a targeted 'social tariff' must be part of a much wider set of reforms No more tweaks: let’s replace the energy price cap with something more radical.

We are delighted to support Metta with sustainability 101 content: https://buff.ly/44D9cPm

Britain's sewer pollution crisis has been in the headlines, but it isn't as simple as water company investment. For more info, check out this article from The Conversation: https://buff.ly/3YF02Ab

What is regenerative agriculture? This video provides a short introduction to this exciting concept.

Regenerative Agriculture: A Solution to Climate Change Regenerative agricultural practices have enormous potential in stabilizing the climate. What will it take to implement these practices across the board?Suppo...

Looking for inspiration? Check out these regenerative projects around the globe:

5 Most Epic Earth Healing Projects! Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison reveals his picks for the 5 most epic Earth healing projects in the world. And......Offset your carbon footprint on W...

This video shows the amazing power of regenerative farming!

Regenerating the high desert with trees and cows We are back at Jakes farm, Cedar Springs Farm. 6400 ft elevation. Its been three years since our last visit and the farm has developed even more abundantly. ...

Should you go vegan to save the planet? Get the facts straight with our latest update on the emissions associated with the food we eat:

Carbon Footprint: The Food We Eat You've probably seen this statement if you read sustainability news: going fully vegan could reduce the carbon footprint associated with the food you consume by up to 73%. However, many sources misquote this statistic, and state that going vegan could reduce your overall carbon footprint by up to 70

Going vegan will not reduce your overall carbon footprint by 70-80%. Ecodove sets the facts straight in an effort to stop the food guilt and keep sustainability in perspective.https://buff.ly/3rcnzM8

Approximately 35% of microplastic pollution originates from our clothes. See how new technology is helping to capture these mini-polluters before they reach our rivers, lakes and oceans! https://buff.ly/42Dsjb0

Britain has just been branded the "laggard" of Europe in the heat pump investment race. Is it because they are just so damn confusing, perhaps? Check out our idiot's guide to heat pumps, recently updated! https://buff.ly/3Ot21Ti

If I can install an Indi microfibre filter, anyone can! https://buff.ly/3P5HMxd

Happy World Oceans Day from Ecodove! I have received delivery of Indi, my Cleaner Seas home microfibre remover. Together we can reduce microplastic pollution in our oceans.
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We supported no-mow May at Holmefield, and look at the lovely wildflowers! Read more about supporting pollinators here: https://buff.ly/45PgVM3

The pressure is growing to go vegan for the environment. But when all things are considered, more sustainable food choice is not as simple as to eat or not to eat meat. Get the full story on the impact our food choice has on the environment at Ecodove. https://buff.ly/3BwLx6M

This is a fascinating look at the impact of farming methods on soil. It may offer potential for understanding the abilities of soil to handle varying levels of rainfall.

These samples are the same soil type and have been in a corn-bean rotation for the past 20+ years, however their treatment has been substantially different. The soil on the left has not been tilled or had anhydrous ammonia applied for over 20 years and has had a cereal rye cover crop grown after harvest for the last 5 years. The soil on the right has been tilled each year, as well has had anhydrous ammonia applied in the fall. This picture was taken about 2 minutes after the samples were submerged in water. The tilled soil essentially “exploded” as soon as it entered the water. Repeated tillage has destroyed the structure of the soil, eliminating pore space and destroying the biological “glue” that helps hold soil together, and as a result the soil has collapsed. In contrast, due to minimal soil disturbance the tillage-free soil has excellent pore space and extensive biological activity, and as a result has provided the soil with a healthy structure that can withstand the impacts of water.

Within 5 minutes the tilled soil was completely gone, whereas the tillage-free soil remained almost entirely intact. We decided to see how long it could last and kept adding water to it (to keep up with evaporation) over the course of several weeks. We gave up after 6 weeks, in which the tillage-free soil sample was still about 95% intact.

Sustainability reporting and regulation is complicated! Check out the Ecodove beginner's guide to understanding ESG Reporting.

Happy Earth Day from Ecodove! Cheers to doing whatever we have the space and capacity to do in the drive to live more sustainably. Today I spent time in the dirt, literally reconnecting with the Earth, and planting out some lovely seedlings.

Ecodove is thrilled to be included in this fantastic article posted by our friends at Metta. Check it out for tips on how startups can make sustainability part of the company fabric:

How to make your startup both innovative and sustainable Adopting sustainability practices as a founder can be overwhelming — here’s how to make it easier.

Want to reduce your gas consumption and save on energy bills? Ecodove welcomes a guest post from Simone Gelli that shows us how Italians have rediscovered traditional methods of cooking pasta that use less resources. https://buff.ly/3KFitzv

This week Ecodove asks: does eating soy have a positive or negative impact on the environment? https://buff.ly/3lUz74u

I am thrilled to be attending Economist Impact's 8th Annual Sustainability Week in London today! I look forward to sharing what I learn with the Ecodove community.

21st of March was International Forests Day, so we got busy planting trees. Thanks so much to AAD Landscape Gardening for all of the hard work and expertise! Read more: https://buff.ly/3lyeOKc

Ecodove is excited to announce our participation in this fantastic SCM Leaders Training Academy course, Sustainability in Supply Chain: https://buff.ly/3JCZiFQ

Ecodove has created a new YouTube playlist breaking down what it means to be a small, sustainable farmer in the modern era. Subscribe to our channel to be alerted when new videos become available! https://buff.ly/3kZIeAz

Introduction to Sustainable Farming In this video, we take an introductory look at how traditional farming methods care for the soil, supports much needed biodiversity, and reduces waste.https:...

The industrialization of farming has dramatically increased crop yields. But at what cost? Is it worth it?

Sustainable Farming: from One to Many As farming methods have evolved in the age of industrialization, we've moved away from community-based farming in which small, diverse farms supported local needs. As yields have increased, our ability to feed a global population has increased. But, ironically, in connecting crops to a broader audie