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Acorn House restaurant (London)

Thursday, January 8, 2009

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The eco credentials of Acorn House are impeccable. They recycle and compost most of their waste, have a herb garden on the roof, use green electricity, never resort to airfreight, drive with bio-diesel within London, avoid industrial farming and buy Fairtrade where they can. UK. Acorn House, 69 Swinton Street, London WC1X 9NT, UK, tel: [...]

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Konstam at the Prince Albert

Thursday, January 8, 2009

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The decor is intriguing and the food, cooked by chef Oliver Rowe in full view of all the tables, tasty beyond your dreams. Basing most of its modern European menu on produce sourced from within Greater London, this restaurant is both sustainable and supports British farmers. UK. Konstam at the Prince Albert, 2 Acton Street, London [...]

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Village Underground

Thursday, January 8, 2009

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Village Underground is a totally new type of office space. Foxcroft has transformed disused tube carriages and shipping containers to create an eco-friendly space and offer low-cost alternatives in a high-rent area. All the materials are recycled or “begged for, borrowed, or stolen” says Foxcroft.  Solar water heater and PV panels for electricity included. It [...]

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Alternative Technology Association

Thursday, January 8, 2009

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The Alternative Technology Association has 13 branches in Australia and New Zealand. The non-profit organization aims to provide information and resources on sustainable technology. The organization also publishes two magazines: Sanctuary and ReNew. ATA also provide information on membership or for those who want to set up a new branch. www.ata.org.au

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