1/ Be aware of what you are buying, how items are made and the retailers reputation. Avoid retailers that use sweat shops. See www.labourbehindthelabel.org - support their campaign.

2/ Avoid over packaging at supermarkets pick items that have recyclable packaging. Do not use plastic bags take your own.

3/ Support local shops, farmers and markets sign up to local box scheme this will limit packaging and food miles. See www.localworks.org for more info

4/ Buy fair-trade, organic and not tested on animals. Look for the Fair trade logo this guarantees that the workers have been rewarded for their labour. The Soil Association logo confirms that food has met organic standards.

5/ Switch to a green energy supplier, power stations are the highest sources of carbon emissions by switching to a supplier that supports renewable resources we can help reduce emissions.

6/ Walk, use public transport where possible, offset your emissions when you fly see www.climatecare.org for more information.

7/ Recycle clothes, buy second hand or vintage, support companies that work with fair-trade, organic cotton and use recycled materials

8/ Bank ethically, know where you money is being invested see www.iris.org for more info