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Resolve to help save the planet

PEOPLE making new year resolutions are being asked to consider getting serious about climate change.

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Recycle old phones and help guide dogs

TWO organisations want your old phones.

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What to do with Christmas trees in West Dorset?

CAMPAIGNERS believe a council should get to the root of the problem and recycle Christmas trees.

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Spare a thought for our star of seas

AS WE approach Christmas I wanted to write about a marine animal with a festive link and what better than the humble starfish, an iconic symbol of the sea? says DORSET wUILDLIFE tRUST

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Think about buying local produce

THE days when there were fruit and veg shops, butchers shops, pie shops and specialist cheese shops in every high street have largely gone and the last decade has seen an unprecedented growth in the...

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Prince Charles backs Trees for Dorset and helps plant an oak in Poundbury

THIS year has been one of special celebration for member of Trees for Dorset

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Pensioners are the real eco-warriors

OLDER people in Dorchester are more environmentally aware compared with their younger counterparts, according to new research.

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If we all do a little it can add up to a lot

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Litter-pick nets 34 bin bags of rubbish

A SPONSORED walk along the Dorset coast to raise money for an expedition was not enough for Weymouth gap year student Teresa Donohue.

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It’s in the bag – big swap is under way

A CAMPAIGN to make Dorchester completely plastic bag free gained vital support at a plastic bag amnesty in the town centre.

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School’s solar panels come as low carbon bright idea

A DORSET school is setting a shining example by installing solar panels.

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Conservation work leads to top award

A FARMING family from Chickerell has been praised for doing their bit for conservation.

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Time to recycle trade waste

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Cheers! Have a green drink

PEOPLE interested in environmental issues are being asked out for a drink.

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My mum reminds me to be green!

“I’VE bought all the bags from the big stores like Morrisons and Marks & Spencer but I leave them in the boot every time I go shopping so I have to get another one!

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How to do IT greener

A CAMPAIGN has been launched to spread awareness of the environmental issues surrounding computer equipment. The computer industry is now more damaging to the environment than aviation with over one...

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Green centre gets silver award

A VISITOR centre has scooped a green award.

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Residents ensure beauty spot upkeep is in the bag

RESIDENTS have been helping to make a Weymouth beauty spot even more attractive by organising a litter pick.

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Making prison much greener

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Kinder way to clean clothes

A DORCHESTER store has been chosen from hundreds nationwide to receive new green technology worth £40,000.

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Learn how to inspire others to take action

PEOPLE have been learning how to talk about climate change.

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Arts and crafts plus skills for sale

A GREEN community event is happening this weekend.

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Sanctuary staff get on bikes

STAFF at a Dorset animal sanctuary are using their bikes to help the environment.

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Making effort for the planet

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Firms breaking laws on waste

ALMOST half of all companies break the law on a daily basis by disposing of their waste incorrectly, according to research.

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School forges links with European countries

A WEYMOUTH school is forging links with other countries – thanks to a scheme with an environmental theme.

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Talking about an eco change

UNIONS in Dorset are urging the Government to launch a ‘green industrial revolution’ as part of a long-term strategy for a more sustainable economy.

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Discover your carbon footprint

NOW is the time to act on climate change – and win a prize in the process.

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Bid for efficient use of energy

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Dorset farm shop selected for national award

A DORSET business committed to environmentally-sound farming and food production methods has scooped a national award.

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Pupils connect with nature

CHILDREN will be helping the environment by planting almost 2,500 trees over the next few weeks.

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Discovering where rubbish goes

DORSET students have carried out a thorough investigation into what happens to our recycling after it leaves our doorsteps.

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Scheme to help boost recycling

A DORCHESTER businessman is urging his local council to help businesses with recycling their waste.

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Smart and green way to do festive shopping

THE combination of environmental consciousness and the ease of online shopping may make this Christmas one of the greenest yet.

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We recycle and encourage wildlife

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Inn decides a tree is for life and not just for Christmas

‘TIS the season to be jolly – and to be green.

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Saving watts with low-energy bulbs

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Firms focus on a green Christmas

NEVER mind a white Christmas – the focus for businesses this year is green.

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Delight as company wins top award

A DEVELOPER has spoken of his delight after his firm won a prestigious national green award.

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Jewellery designer turns talents to helping wildlife

A DORSET tiara and jewellery designer has found a way to help her local marine wildlife.

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Raise a glass to recycling firm

EAT drink and be merry this Christmas – but don’t forget to recycle.

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Whole family on green mission

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Kate is energy champion

A WOMAN who works tirelessly to help Dorset go green has won a prestigious award.

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Save £300 with good insulation

BUILDERS’ merchant Travis Perkins, which has sites in Dorset, says people should insulate their homes properly this winter to save over £300 on energy bills.

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Twelve top tips from Dorset for a greener Christmas

RESIDENTS are being urged to think green over the festive period and remember the 12 days of Christmas.

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Poundbury firm wins awards for its designs

A POUNDBURY firm’s efforts to improve the landscape has led to the presentation of a prestigious award.

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Good timing helps to reduce energy waste

JUST HOW GREEN HAVE YOU BEEN

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Turning cards into trees

IT’S no joke – television funnyman Clive Anderson wants your old Christmas cards.

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Businesses offered help to become greener

SMALL businesses in Dorset are being offered a helping hand to be greener in the tough economic climate.

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Just how green have you been?

By Guy Dickinson, Weymouth GP

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