We are currently running a survey to find out more about peoples lifestyles and how they impact upon the environment. If you have a couple of minutes to spare we would greatly appreciate your feedback.
One of the biggest and most serious issues of our time is the growing concern about climate change. The current scientific consensus points the finger at human activity as the main reason for the rapid increase in global temperatures over the past several decades. Acknowledging this is the first step in the right direction but now the focus shifts towards how the human race can help, both in terms of dealing with the change that has already occurred but also implementing a plan for the future. Change cannot happen overnight. However, everyone should try to contribute towards the greater good for the sake of future generations to come.
One of the chief concerns is to reduce the amount of CO2 gas that is released into the atmosphere as well as the amount of solvents, aerosols and toxic gases that are used in products and in manufacturing processes. As these gases build up in the atmosphere they trap heat. The greater the human activity, therefore, the greater the concentration of gases and the only way to combat the increase in temperature is to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases we emit.
Everyone should take responsibility for climate change, and that includes businesses. By leading the way with eco-friendly products, services and manufacturing processes, companies can set a great example for individuals and set the standard for conscientious business practice.
We at the Little Greene Paint Co. take our environmental responsibility seriously. In 2004, we were one of the first UK paint manufacturers to achieve the European environmental standard BS EN ISO 14001. We believe that acting with environmental responsibility need not compromise the high quality standard of our products.
All our water-based paints carry the industry’s lowest eco-rating, with VOC content now virtually zero. In addition, our oil based paints have been reformulated with sustainable vegetable oils to dramatically reduce VOC content and odour. The paper used in our wallpapers comes from FSC or PEFC certificated sustainable forests; so for every tree used another four are planted. The pigments used to print them are completely non-toxic and our excellent wallpaper paste contains no solvent.
So it really is time to take action and make a change, even if it is only something very small in the first instance. The future is almost certainly in our hands; instead of lamenting about what damage has already occurred, we should now look towards the future with environmental awareness and positivity and create a better world for future generations to come.
How much do you know about your home? Are you curious to delve into its past and discover the history behind its walls? Ever wanted to be on television?
If you’re about to restore a room, or even the entire house, to its former glory – whether it’s a Tudor cottage, a Georgian townhouse or a 1970s duplex – we know some people who’d like to hear from you..
A new BBC show called Home Truths is on the hunt for all kinds of restoration projects in the UK, and the social and design history of YOUR HOUSE could be featured.
Email hometruths@bbc.co.uk if you, or someone you know, is undertaking a renovation or restoration project in the next 6 months, and don’t forget to let us know how you get on too.
We’re thrilled that the guys at PushON have won an a prestigious Big Chip Award award for their work on thelittlegreene.com, beating off stiff competition from big-bra builders “Bravissimo” and furry fashionistas “Lakeland Leather”
Special thanks to Katrina and Simon pictured below with Terry Christian, who hosted the award ceremony with Bill Bailey
Search Engine whizzkids PushON win with Little Greene at Big Chip Awards 2009
We’ve worked closely with PushON over the last year or so and we’ve got lots of exciting projects on the go so watch out for more awards!
It’s a shame you don’t get to start every day with a nice surprise like this:
Another legendary painting tip from Little Greene MD David Mottershead
Holland is one of our strongest export markets and our list of supporters grows and grows. New stockist Mr Robert Lentelink is mad about paint, mad about everything English and mad about Little Greene. His beautiful new shop, “Lentelink de verf & behangspecialist” in Hengevelde is full of bright ideas and neutral solutions – a great place to choose colours.
MD David was so delighted to be picked up in this rather nice old Hackney carriage in Mid Bronze Greene and complementary Little Greene livery that he gave an uncustomary extra tip – “remember to drive on the left when we get through the tunnel”
France is a growing market for Little Greene and we’re delighted with the way our new(ish) Showroom has been received since opening in the 15th district last year.
This week we gathered there to present lots of nice new stuff to our network of French stockists.
"Peintures et papier-peints tres joli"
Merci to everyone who came, and especially to Alice et Vincent who put lots of work into organising le day.
Next time you’re in the area do call in for a coffee and a consultation with colour expert Vincent, at 197 rue de Vaugirard in the 15th district (nearest metro is Pasteur, on both the green lines).
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