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Posted: 9th December 2011
Topics: Glow-worm
Eco-toys aren’t too dis-similar to regular toys at first glance. The only difference between the two is that eco-toys are kinder to the environment, contain more bio-degradable parts and they come from sustainable sources. Your kids won’t even notice the difference. Eco-toys can be purchased from a number of retailers, including naturalcollection.com ... (read more)
Posted: 8th December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Glow-worm
Pictures make the perfect personal gift. However, did you know that an average digital photo frame emits an average of 18kg’s of CO2 emissions each year and costs £4-5 to run? This may not sounds like a great deal but when millions are now sold each year world-wide, the emissions can soon add up. ... (read more)
Posted: 7th December 2011
Topics: Glow-worm boilers | News
Even though we don’t supply our products directly to homeowners, we still understand just how important it is for you to have peace of mind when purchasing a new product like a boiler. That’s why we’re currently offering a free extended 5 year warranty on Flexicom and Ultracom models purchased until the end of the year. This means that any customer who purchases a new Flexicom or Ultracom b... (read more)
Posted: 7th December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Glow-worm
Buying a real Christmas tree is by far more sustainable than a fake one. A fake tree is likely to contain plastics and chemicals that could be harmful to the environment. By planting your tree in a pot indoors then back out in your garden until next year, you can keep your tree alive and re-use it year upon year. ... (read more)
Posted: 6th December 2011
Topics: Glow-worm
Most of us have our heating system set to fit in with the 51 weeks of the year surrounding Christmas. As such, our settings will be in place to coordinate around our working week… if you’re out and about visiting friends and family remember to change your settings. Or conversely if you have everyone over for Christmas week, make sure you adjust your settings when everyone heads back to... (read more)
Posted: 5th December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Glow-worm
Each year we send over 1.7 billion Christmas cards, most of which find their way to a landfill site when the festive season is over. Instead of sending paper cards this Christmas, why not send your loved ones e-cards? Not only can you reduce your carbon footprint, you can buy personalised e-cards from a range of charities, so you can give money to a good case at the same time. ... (read more)
Posted: 4th December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Energy saving advice | Glow-worm
Yes really! By insulating your boiler you can reduce your bills and your carbon emissions. At a one off cost of around £10, you can save £10-15 on your energy bills each year. Go on, buy your boiler a jacket and improve its efficiency this Christmas. A boiler upgrade to a High Efficiency model like the Ultracom2 could save you around £200 a year. Have a happy low carbon Christmas! ... (read more)
Posted: 3rd December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Energy saving advice | Glow-worm
Christmas shopping often results in you ending up with tens of festive branded carrier bags to transport your presents home in, many of which take years to degrade. Go green and use your bags for life as bags for the Christmas shopping and reduce your non-degradable waste. Happy low carbon Christmas! ... (read more)
Posted: 2nd December 2011
Topics: Advent calendar | Energy saving advice | Glow-worm
If inside your freezer is coated by more than 5cm of ice crystals, then now’s the right time to defrost before you fill it with Christmas food. This will free up some welcomed space and, as a defrosted freezer uses less energy, it will save you money. Happy low carbon Christmas! ... (read more)
Posted: 1st December 2011
Topics: Energy saving advice | Glow-worm
This December, the team at Glow-worm have put together an ‘advent calendar’ guide to help us all achieve a low carbon Christmas. Bursting at the seams with facts, figures and energy saving tips – we wish you a very merry Christmas and a low carbon New Year! 1st December – Feeling a little too toasty? If you’re feeling a little too warm indoors this Christmas, turn down your heating b... (read more)
