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Sustainable Gifting Ideas
A sustainable gift doesn’t have to be complicated. From zero-waste starter kits and upcycled jewellery to potted plants, digital vouchers and charitable donations, there are thoughtful ways to show you care while reducing waste. This year, choose gifts that support people and the planet - and make your celebrations a little greener.

Devang Asnikar
Dec 16, 20252 min read


Greener Christmas Dinner
Christmas dinner is a festive highlight, but it’s also a major source of waste, with 42 million dishes thrown away in the UK each year. A Greener Christmas Dinner doesn’t mean giving up tradition; it’s about small, mindful choices. By planning portions, choosing seasonal produce and reducing leftovers, you can enjoy a joyful feast that’s kinder to the planet.

Raiyan Javed
Dec 15, 20254 min read


Opinion: Come to the Community Fridge for a Taste of Community
ZERO's community fridge has saved over 25 tonnes of food waste and built a community
Ben Cribbin
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Skip the Black Friday Frenzy - Borrow for Free at the Guildford Library of Things!
Skip Black Friday and borrow for free at Guildford Library of Things. Save money and reduce waste—borrow instead of buying!
Thomas Lashbrooke
Nov 18, 20242 min read


Opinion: The climate crisis and consumerism - Guildford Library of Things
The Library of Things initiative which is a collaboration between Zero Carbon Guildford and Guildford Library launched July 29th....

Petra Todd
Aug 28, 20242 min read


Zero Carbon Guildford Library of Things saves local residents £36,849
The average drill is used for 12 minutes in its entire lifetime. If you borrow a drill for the few times you actually need one, you'll...

Jack White
Sep 1, 20233 min read


Have your cake and eat it: How to party with less environmental impact
When planning a gathering you probably aren’t calculating the carbon footprint of your event, learn simple ways to change that!

Mel T
Apr 27, 20233 min read


What The Cluck - Dispelling The Myths Around Plant-Based Diets
It’s Veganuary! See our 31 recommended vegan recipes below to help you on your way. As a climate charity we’re keen to support strategies...

Zero Carbon Guildford
Jan 19, 20228 min read


Eliminating Food Waste
Food waste generates 8-10% of man-made GHG emissions, so it has to play a key role in any community climate action plan

Zero Carbon Guildford
Mar 2, 20218 min read


Vertical Farming
Zero Carbon Guildford was awarded its first grant shortly before Christmas. This provided us with £2,000 funding from Transition Network,...

Zero Carbon Guildford
Feb 9, 20216 min read
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