Living

Transition is about the creation of resilient communities. It's about putting in place systems that will help us to deal with the big changes that are on the way. In the meantime, here are a few simple tips to get you started with your own transition to sustainable living…

ENERGY

A handful of simple reminders to save energy and reduce your bills:

Draughtbust your home - practical hints and tips here… and on thinkinsulation.com

See this check-list of things to do at home to save money or be more environmentally friendly put together by the TTL Energy Group. Some of the suggestions are so simple and yet so easily forgotten.

More top tips for reducing energy consumption in the home on the OVESCO website...

Alternatively… convert your home into an eco-house. more…

Have a really good look around the Start UK website - it's been a great source of inspiration for us.

PEOPLE

Think Community: better to build our future together; more practical and a lot friendlier.

Buy a copy of The Transition Companion: This new book is the result of 18 months of a collaborative process involving people from Transition initiatives around the world. We now have copies for sale at £15 - a 25% discount on the cover price. Please contact Susan Murray if you would like to buy a copy.

Please send us your sustainable living suggestions to add to this list. Inspiring thoughts right here…