The Green Providers Directory Blog
The Green Providers Directory is the UK's leading resource for finding eco-friendly, fair trade, organic and ethical goods and services. Founded in 2005 by Dr Gary Robertshaw, we hope that this blog will help to stimulate debate on the environment, fair trade and green issues, whilst making a positive contribution towards the pursuit of an ecologically sustainable future. Visit www.green-providers.co.uk to search our full directory with reviews and recommendations.
Saturday, 9 August 2025
The Bottom Line with Stephen Fry and Theo James
Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Who Would You Rather Book With? | Whale and Dolphin Conservation
Monday, 14 July 2025
Treetop Design and Print
Treetop Design and Print, based in Sussex, is a trusted provider of ethical printing services, specialising in digital, litho, and large format printing for all business needs. They offer eco-friendly printing solutions across the UK, with a focus on commercial and eCommerce packaging. Treetop also provides in-house graphic design, print services, and mailing fulfilment, with same-day turnaround for businesses in Mid Sussex and Brighton. https://www.treetopdesignandprint.com/
Sleep Organic
Sleep Organic is an online luxury bedding store with a difference! They create and provide original design duvet covers, matching pillowcases and flat and fitted sheets. They exclusively use certified organic and fairtrade cotton of the finest quality (percale and sateen) giving you peace of mind that your night’s sleep won’t cost the earth! In addition to classic white, navy blue piping and stylish silver line embroidered duvet covers, they offer cat, dog and bunny themes for the animal lovers among you. Their embroidered lavender flowers design is also a popular choice. Come visit and see for yourself! www.sleeporganic.co.uk
Contact: customer.service@sleeporganic.co.uk
Telephone: 07952 297 355
Friday, 30 May 2025
Victory Colours - Eco-friendly Vegan Paints
Victory Colours is a family-owned business in the North West, specialising in the manufacture of eco-friendly, totally vegan paints. Their deeply pigmented paints are formulated to offer outstanding results without the addition harmful chemicals, heavy metals or Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). These paints are perfect for families, decorators, interior designers and individuals who want a beautiful home without any nasties. Their emulsion paints meet Indoor Air Comfort Gold (IACG) standards for low VOC content and emissions, ideal for BREEAM, LEED, and WELL projects. They offer environmentally conscious options without compromising quality or style. Making small changes in daily habits can protect our planet, and their vegan paint is one such change. Explore their range today for sustainable painting solutions! www.victorycolours.co.uk
Get in touch – info@victorycolours.co.uk
Instagram @victorycolours
Tel: 01258 841310
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Ivy Soap House
Ivy Soap House Discover the difference of natural skincare with Ivy Soap House. Based in Sarratt, Hertfordshire, they handmake soaps using organic, skin-loving ingredients like shea butter, olive oil, and essential oils. Their range includes everyday bars, gift sets, face oils, and eco-friendly options—all beautifully packaged and free from harsh chemicals. Perfect for sensitive skin and sustainable living.
Shop online at www.ivysoaphouse.com
Email: hello@ivysoaphouse.com
Follow us on Instagram: @ivysoaphouse
Based in Sarratt, Hertfordshire – UK-wide delivery available.
Gentle on your skin, kind to the planet
Saturday, 10 May 2025
Rainforest Action Network
#TheBottomLine: Take action to protect UK marine havens
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Green & Moore. Environmentally friendly accountant and business advisor.
Green & Moore is an environmentally friendly accountant and business advisor. They are an ethical business with a passion for the environment, they offer accounts, taxation, business advice and other supporting services to businesses and individuals. See their Green Initiative to see what they do.
Green & Moore’s online accounting services mean they are also accessible to any business or individual in the UK. Being a vegan accountant and an environmentally friendly business, they love to work with other vegan businesses and environmentally friendly businesses.
Please get in touch on:
www.greenandmoore.co.uk
info@greenandmoore.co.uk
T: 07422 650034
Monday, 10 March 2025
Aleppo Soap
Aleppo soap is a traditional handmade soap made from laurel oil and olive oil. It contains no environmentally damaging ingredients such as palm oil, fragrances, or other chemicals that might irritate the skin.
Aleppo soap is made by small, family-owned businesses in Aleppo, Syria. These soap factories have been in operation for generations and provide jobs for local people who may be living in quite difficult situations. Aleppo soap can range from 100% olive oil to up to 70% laurel oil content. Laurel oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties, so a higher laurel oil content may benefit people who have skin conditions such as eczema or acne.
Aleppo Soap UK also offers Nablus soap made of 100% olive oil, and Marius Fabre Savon de Marseille. Visit www.alepposoap.uk
Thursday, 30 January 2025
What The Label DOESN'T Tell You About YOUR FOOD
Saturday, 14 December 2024
Holding Companies Accountable for Climate Change
Thursday, 24 October 2024
Watch our experts explain what we want to see from COP16
Wednesday, 23 October 2024
Jump. Eco friendly printers.
Jump are proud to be B Corp, and use their business as a force for good. Jump has planted over 250,000 trees and counting; more than they have ever used in production. Producing exceptional results using in-house solar power, FSC certified paper, and vegetable-based inks is what drives them. Jump works with clients to make a difference; last year 31% of their turnover came from sustainable organisations such as charities and non-profits. Giving back to the planet, they have removed 149 tonnes of CO2e from the atmosphere through carbon removal afforestation projects. If you want design, print and marketing that delivers change, visit: www.wearejump.co.uk
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
Providing for People, Climate and Nature | WWF
Thursday, 3 October 2024
Ethical Money
Ethical Money helps conscientious investors avoid fossil fuels, weapons and other unwanted sectors and only invest in companies working towards a sustainable future. Fully FCA regulated investments for your pension, ISA, investment account, Bond or Trust. Lower your carbon footprint with ethical investments. Independent advice from regulated advisers helps you pinpoint investments that align with your beliefs. Ethical solutions are now easier to access and with competitive costs and performance there is no need to compromise your returns for your beliefs.
Get in touch to find out more on 023 8000 3456
Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Rebels Without a Cause
Rebels with a Cause is a UK-based brand committed to providing eco-friendly personal care products and sustainable lifestyle essentials. Their bestsellers include the Plastic-free Natural Cleaning and Whitening Toothpowder, Mouthwash Chewable Tablets, and Natural Conditioner Bars, all made from natrural ingredients, vegan, cruelty-free, plastic free and travel friendly!
Rebels with a Cause is proud to be 100% carbon neutral, offering plastic-free packaging and postage to minimize their environmental impact. From bamboo toothbrushes to zero-waste shampoo bars and reusable insulated bottles, their products are designed for those who want to live more sustainably while reducing plastic waste. Join them in making the planet greener, one product at a time.
Website: www.uk.rebelswithacause.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rebelswithacause.uk
Instagram: www.instagram.com/rebelswithacause.uk
Wednesday, 11 September 2024
Watch Toxic Influence, the film exposing the dark side of Dove
Monday, 9 September 2024
But big banking deals are leaving these wonders of nature perishing in an inferno fuelled by corporate greed
Saturday, 27 July 2024
Saturday, 20 July 2024
The New Merchants of Doubt: How Big Meat and Dairy Avoid Climate Action
The Urgency of Reducing Methane Emissions - Courtesy of the Changing Markets Foundation
The science is clear: we cannot meet the Paris Agreement’s 1.5-degree temperature increase target without significantly cutting methane emissions and reducing animal product consumption. The agricultural sector is a major climate change contributor through methane and nitrous oxide pollution and deforestation. Over 200 climate scientists believe livestock emissions must peak by 2025 in high- and middle-income countries and cut globally by 50% by 2030.
Tuesday, 9 July 2024
Treetop Design and Print
Treetop Design and Print If you are looking for ethical printers Sussex based Treetop Design and Print are an experienced provider of digital, litho and large format print services for all requirements. From in-house graphic design and print through to mailing fulfilment. They offer eco printing services across the UK and same-day turnaround for businesses in Mid Sussex and Brighton. Visit the website for full details and get in touch for a quick quote. https://www.treetopdesignandprint.com/
Monday, 1 July 2024
Wednesday, 15 May 2024
HISTORIC MOMENT: Live Exports have been BANNED form Britain
Monday, 29 April 2024
Permaculture Magazine
This weekend, our friends at Permaculture magazine are offering our networks FREE digital access to their current issue, PM119 issue. Simply click on this link to view: https://delta.exacteditions.com/room/issue/permaculture/no119spring2024?Expires=1714565730&KeyId=eki_7jNAK1l23FDeMD2mZq9sMg&Signature=34a374986baddab6ad22baa922beb2c85c5503ee
Wednesday, 3 April 2024
Party Without Plastics
Party Without Plastic envision a world where celebrations and gatherings are not only joyous occasions, but also environmentally responsible. Their vision is to lead the way with a party essentials Marketplace containing only plastic-free products, transforming the convenience culture of celebrations into an easy, ethical choice for everyone – revolutionising the way we celebrate, one event at a time.
Friday, 22 March 2024
The Zombies of the U.S. Tax Code: Why Fossil Fuels Subsidies Seem Impossible to Kill
As a candidate in 2020, Joseph R. Biden Jr. campaigned to end billions of dollars in annual tax breaks to oil and gas companies within his first year in office.
It’s a pledge he has been unable to keep as president.
Mr. Biden’s budget request to Congress this week was his fourth attempt to eliminate what he called “wasteful subsidies” to an industry that is enjoying record profits.
Saturday, 2 March 2024
Microplastics found in every human placenta tested in study
Microplastics have been found in every human placenta tested in a study, leaving the researchers worried about the potential health impacts on developing foetuses.
The scientists analysed 62 placental tissue samples and found the most common plastic detected was polyethylene, which is used to make plastic bags and bottles. A second study revealed microplastics in all 17 human arteries tested and suggested the particles may be linked to clogging of the blood vessels.
UK gives £600m backing to Jim Ratcliffe’s ‘carbon bomb’ petrochemical plant
The UK government is providing a €700m (£600m) guarantee for the billionaire Jim Ratcliffe to build the biggest petrochemical plant in Europe in 30 years that will turbocharge plastic production.
SIX BILLION UNITS: THE LIFE CYCLE OF A SMARTPHONE
Watch the Life Cycle of a Smartphone to discover the environmental destruction a smartphone has caused before it even ends up in your hand.
Wednesday, 7 February 2024
The Green Stationery Company
The Green Stationery Company is the UK’s original Green Office and Recycled Paper supplier, established in 1989. Green Stationery stock recycled office papers and an extensive range of papers made from unusual fibres, including recycled brown kraft, coloured, textured, and watermarked papers. They supply long-life products built to last, and beautiful sustainable wood office accessories. They also have unique recycled, plastic free and biodegradable packaging materials and everything for the eco office: from recycled string to glue sticks made from almonds and potato starch. Their customers include big organisations wanting to run green conferences, small pioneering green businesses, eco-conscious home users, natural wedding planners and green pubs, restaurants, cafes and hotels. They have over two thousand regular customers throughout the UK and some overseas, who all want to use their purchasing power to make a difference. You are not recycling unless you are buying recycled, CLOSE THE LOOP.
Email: jayoffice@greenstat.co.uk
Tel: 01225 480556
Sunday, 4 February 2024
Tpazo. Sustainable business cards.
Tapzo is the future of in person networking. A sustainable, efficient, modern and cheaper alternative to business cards. One card that lasts a lifetime.
8 Billion business cards get thrown out each year, these are coated in a plastic laminate making them non recyclable. There’s a better way for the planet and your wallet. Tapzo specializes in smart business cards that you tap onto a smartphone to share your details. Their mission is to provide an alternative method of networking that improves conversions while reducing environmental impact and cutting costs.
Email: hello@tapzo.io
Tuesday, 9 January 2024
2023 was world's hottest year on record - and 2024 could be worse
Scientists had long expected 2023 to be the hottest on record, due to human caused climate change and a warming El Nino weather pattern. Today they have warned 2024 could be hotter still according to a report from Sky News
https://news.sky.com/story/2023-was-worlds-hottest-year-on-record-and-2024-could-be-worse-13044196
Tuesday, 2 January 2024
Sprout ethical accountants
Sprout provides flexible, down-to-earth accountancy and strategic support services to ethical, sustainable and purpose-led businesses to help them build strong financial foundations and allow them to focus on the more important things like having a positive impact on the planet. They provide all the financial support services, laughter and unofficial therapy sessions you need to help grow your business. Sprout think business is better when you keep things casual. If you’re making a positive impact on people and the planet and are looking for friendly folk who care, they’d love to hear from you.
Email: hello@sproutconsulting.co.uk
This feeling connects us all
Friday, 29 December 2023
They cleaned up BP’s massive oil spill. Now they’re sick – and want justice
Thirteen years after the Deepwater Horizon explosion, documents shed light on the company’s response and ‘scorched earth’ legal tactics.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/apr/20/bp-oil-spill-deepwater-horizon-health-lawsuits
UK household plastics found in illegal dumps in Malaysia
An Unearthed investigation has found packaging from everyday British products – exported as recycling – discarded at multiple illegal dump sites in Malaysia.
The news comes as the UK’s Environment Agency (EA) embarks on a major investigation into claims of fraud in the UK’s recycling exports system, including allegations that exported UK plastic waste is not being recycled. On Monday Unearthed handed over details of their investigation – which exposed the flaws in the UK’s recycling exports system – to the EA.
Wednesday, 20 December 2023
Zimbabwe: At least 100 elephants die in national park amid drought
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) says the elephants died at Hwange National Park due to a lack of water.
Former US Vice President Al Gore sheds light on what happened at COP 28 and where we go from here.
Tuesday, 12 December 2023
Creative Mongrel
Creative Mongrel – web design and branding Are you an ethical small business, keen to challenge the status quo and build a better world? Do you want an online brand that cuts through the noise, gets you seen and heard, and inspires action – created by a designer who understands you and your outlook?
At Creative Mongrel, they’re on the same page. Ethically-focused, they work with the kind of small business that puts people and planet first, building websites and providing a range of related services under one roof including brand messaging, copywriting, photography and logo design.
Interested? Get in touch!
W: www.creativemongrel.com
E: getintouch@creativemongrel.com
M: 07754 495 434
Sunday, 3 December 2023
Permaculture
Permaculture Earth care, people care, future care is a visionary magazine that offers the tools needed to create productive and resilient homes, gardens, economies, relationships, schools, farms and communities: www.permaculture.co.uk
It’s full of solutions and contacts, with a targeted and responsive readership for you to connect with.
Subscriptions come with FREE Digital and App access to all back issues – that’s over 30 years of content. Making it an ideal research tool for teachers, students, designers, practitioners and businesses alike.
View a digital copy of the current issue here: https://tinyurl.com/3nt9kvk2
For further information, to advertise and share please email tony@permaculture.co.uk today.
Thursday, 30 November 2023
Earth to warm up to 2.9C even with current climate pledges: UN
The world’s emissions-cutting pledges are nowhere near enough to curb the effects of climate change, with Earth on track for warming a potentially catastrophic 2.9C (5.2F) this century, the United Nations has warned.
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP)’s annual Emissions Gap report, published on Monday, assesses countries’ promises to tackle climate change against the action needed.
Wednesday, 1 November 2023
Climate change has pushed Earth into 'uncharted territory': report
By the end of this century, a third to a half of the world's population — three to six billion people — may be pushed beyond the "liveable region."
https://www.space.com/earth-enters-uncharted-territory-new-climate-report
Tuesday, 24 October 2023
Smallbutcool - Climate-friendly accountants
Smallbutcool Climate-friendly accountants, bookkeepers, and tax advisors, helping small business owners create a cooler future for their business and for the planet. Their bookkeeping, tax, and accounting services save time and money and reduce carbon footprints, whilst their advisory services help make the most of all growth and climate-friendly opportunities.
For businesses that deliver or are developing climate-friendly products and services, they offer unique support ranging from incubation packages, to sourcing climate-friendly investors, to specialist R&D advice, to verifying the climate-friendly credentials of suppliers.
Email: hello@smallbutcool.com
Tel: 01926 754 700
Saturday, 2 September 2023
Arma Karma
Arma Karma was created as a flexible insurance option for renters looking to cover the items that matter most to them, without having to commit to an annual contents policy. Every month they are protecting their valuable items through Arma Karma, subscribers can be supporting a good cause at no extra cost to them, as 25% of commission revenue on the policy goes to a charity of their choice from a select panel of four. The B-Corp pending insurtech also contributes to carbon offsetting projects through climate crisis solution platform, Ecologi.
Wednesday, 23 August 2023
Triple Bottom Line Accounting
TBLA is a digital accountancy practice at the forefront of change. They help clients with their accounting and taxation requirements. Advisory services include budgeting, financial modelling, business sales and raising investment. In addition, TBLA has a net zero / sustainability reporting service that integrates into the Advisory activity.
TBLA employs 13 people who support their customer first ethos. Their transformation from a traditional accountancy firm to one that embodies sustainability and change is marked by the portfolio of clients many of whom are working in areas associated with sustainability, climate change, ecology, social change and other areas connected to ESG.
www.triplebottomlineaccounting.com
hello@triplebottomlineaccounting.com
Tel: 01603 619 570
Wednesday, 26 July 2023
Sleep Organic
Sleep Organic is an online luxury bedding store with a difference! They create and provide original design duvet covers, matching pillowcases and flat and fitted sheets. They exclusively use certified organic and fairtrade cotton of the finest quality (percale and sateen) giving you peace of mind that your night’s sleep won’t cost the earth! In addition to classic white, navy blue piping and stylish silver line embroidered duvet covers, they offer cat, dog and bunny themes for the animal lovers among you. Their embroidered lavender flowers design is also a popular choice. Come visit and see for yourself! www.sleeporganic.co.uk
Contact: customer.service@sleeporganic.co.uk
Telephone: 020 8255 5914
Monday, 24 July 2023
Treetop Design and Print
Treetop Design and Print If you are looking for ethical printers Sussex based Treetop Design and Print are an experienced provider of digital, litho and large format print services for all requirements. From in-house graphic design and print through to mailing fulfilment. They offer eco printing services across the UK and same-day turnaround for businesses in Mid Sussex and Brighton. Visit the website for full details and get in touch for a quick quote. https://www.treetopdesignandprint.com/
Friday, 14 July 2023
Ingle & Rhode - Ethical Jewellery
Ingle & Rhode is an ethical fine jeweller, specialising in engagement and wedding rings. They use only certified recycled or Fairtrade gold and platinum in their jewellery, and only ethically-produced gemstones, including lab-created diamonds. They don’t agree with sweatshops or production lines. Their rings are all made individually in the UK, and their craftsmen and women are amongst the most respected in the industry. The exceptional quality of their materials and craftsmanship mean that they create exquisite pieces of jewellery backed by a Lifetime Warranty.
Ingle & Rhode believe that the finest jewellery shouldn’t be the preserve of the wealthy few, and offer exceptional value to all of their clients. They’ll work to your budget, whether modest or generous, to create a future heirloom. They understand that buying a piece of fine jewellery isn’t something you do every day. They provide expertise and advice in a relaxed environment, and they are committed to delivering an exceptional experience for all of their clients. www.ingleandrhode.co.uk
Address: 14 Gees Court, London W1U 1 JW (all visits are by appointment only)
Tel: 020 7499 2012 or email enquiries@ingleandrhode.com
Friday, 16 June 2023
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Monday, 15 May 2023
Victory Colours. Down to Earth Paints.
Victory Colours is an independent family run business. Their small team is mindful of the environment, so when launching their eco paint business they were clear they didn’t want to add to the toxins on the planet. Their Down to Earth Paint is their way of being more conscious. They have beautiful colours, exceptional quality & opacity. Their paint is durable, colourfast & washable, easy application and solvent-free. Their paint is water based, it’s virtually VOC-free and has exceptionally low odour. Oh and it’s vegan. www.victorycolours.co.uk
Get in touch – info@victorycolours.co.uk or call 01258 841310 @victorycolours on Instagram
Wednesday, 26 April 2023
Green award winning Darcica Logistics
Green award winning Darcica Logistics provide sustainable delivery and fulfilment services.
Carbon reductions play a big part in everything Darcica does from plastic-free fulfilment, route optimisation, reducing waste and innovation towards a zero emissions fleet.
Their services include:
- Ecommerce plastic-free fulfilment including pick and pack from their 15,000 square foot warehouse.
- Same day and next day courier. Dedicated deliveries via their fleet of electric vehicles.
- Parcel and pallet deliveries and collections.
They’ll maintain your online inventory, track and manage all your courier requirements, express parcels and shipments on one simple platform.
www.darcica.co.uk
Email: info@darcica.co.uk
Tel: 01869 322999
Tuesday, 28 March 2023
Green & Moore - environmentally friendly accountant and business advisor
Green & Moore is an environmentally friendly accountant and business advisor. They are an ethical business with a passion for the environment, they offer accounts, taxation, business advice and other supporting services to businesses and individuals. See their Green Initiative to see what they do.
Green & Moore’s online accounting services mean they are also accessible to any business or individual in the UK. Being a vegan accountant and an environmentally friendly business, they love to work with other vegan businesses and environmentally friendly businesses.
Please get in touch on:
T: 07422 650034
Friday, 24 March 2023
Bamboo Beautiful
BambooBeautiful curate a wide range of beautiful items for your home and family, all made with Bamboo.
Bamboo is an incredibly sustainable resource, growing up to 91 cm a day without the need for irrigation or pesticides. It also stores carbon dioxide, and produces 35% more oxygen than the equivalent area of trees. It can be used in a huge variety of applications including building, tableware, beauty products, clothing and more.
Whether you’re looking for eco-essentials or an eco-conscious gift, BambooBeautiful offer a wide range of products – from luxury scarves to children’s tableware, toothbrushes and beauty products to picnic ware.
Visit www.bamboobeautiful.uk
Monday, 6 March 2023
Kempii - zero in on waste
Kempii is an online platform designed to help people who want to reduce their waste impact – from plastic disposables to food waste. They offer easy, everyday swaps that add up to a huge impact. Their site provides free tips on reducing waste at home or on-the-go, and lists recommended products (they’ve done the searching for you!). All of their products will in some way reduce your waste footprint – for instance, by switching disposables for reusable items (like water bottles), using low-packaging alternatives (like shampoo bars) or reducing food waste (compost bins). Kempii also donate 10% of their profits to WasteAid UK, an independent UK charity that shares practical and low-cost waste management know-how with communities in low-income countries. With Kempii, reducing your own waste footprint can help others do the same! www.kempii.co.uk