We've all heard bonfires are a risk to hedgehogs – but did you know birds, frogs, toads and newts find piles of branches and leaves an ideal shelter too? Sadly, many animals are burnt in bonfires each year. Can you choose not to burn to save a life? Can you compost your garden waste or use a garden waste collection instead? For more reasons to ditch the bonfire this year, read our blog below: 🔗 environmentcentre.com/blog-articles/7-reasons-to-ditch-the-bonfire/ (fb)

Bookings are now open for Transition Southampton's Green Open Homes Week! 🙌 These homes and gardens across Southampton will open their doors to the public from 13th-21st September, to showcase a range of energy-saving, water-saving and other eco-friendly features and tips. If you're interested in home energy upgrades, this is a great opportunity to see them in action! You can hear first hand from ordinary people who’ve already made changes and can tell you what works, from major purchases like solar panels to simple lifestyle hacks. (fb)