New Hybrid of Giant Waterlily Being Grown at Ventnor Botanic Gardens

Read on to find out all about the ambitious journey to hybridise two species of waterlily right here on the Island, for the first time in the UK

Why You Should Carbon Offset Your Flight

We all love to travel to broaden our horizons, our experiences and our cultural boundaries, but planes consume fuel, generate carbon emissions and pollute the planet. In fact, air travel is the fastest growing source of the greenhouse gas emissions that are responsible for climate change. If you dream of heading off to a far flung and exotic part of the world but you’re worried about the damage you’re doing to our planet, you should think about carbon offsetting your flight.

Author Bio
Josie is a fashion blogger with a keen interest in all things ethical and fairtrade, having previously written for the likes of The Times, The Huffington Post and anywhere else that will have her.

The Ethical Hedonist Green and Glam Tea Party

Your invitation to the Ethical Hedonist Green and Glam Tea Party!

Guest Blog - Malaysia by Eco Student Nicole

Nicole Walsh is an Environment Science Student at Plymouth University, on a recent trip to Malaysia Nicole wrote a blog to document her trip and discuss the environment issues on the other side of the world.

David speaks at TEDx Southampton

David's recent presentation at TEDx Southampton.

If You Can’t Bike it, Drive Green!

Amy Fry writes for a large range of topics and industries including business, education and Green energy. She has previously written for lifestyle blogs, and now lives and works in London. For more information about green energy and renewables visit http://www.electricaltraining4u.co.uk

Edulis; Ventnor Botanic Gardens latest addition!

Edulis, meaning edible plant is the name of choice for Ventnor Botanic Garden's eagerly anticipated new café and restaurant that opened at midday on Good Friday last week.

Italian Student Joins Eco Hub

HI! My name is Elena, I’m 17 years old. I come from Italy and I arrived on the Isle of Wight to stay here for three weeks, because I was chosen by my school to participate in a study trip to learn about renewable energy.

Do We Need a Plastic Free Island?

Author Bio

Liese is a Ventnor resident who is becoming more and more concerned about plastic, particularly in our oceans. When not tweeting about environmental and wildlife issues she is a freelance digital designer making things look pretty on the web. You can follow her on twitter at @theelobbyist or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Rainwater Harvesting

Wight Rainwater Solutions are a local partner of Ecoisland and provide a simple way to harvest rainwater for your home. David (Ecoisland founder) has recently had an 'E-cube' installed outside his home, and the pictures and blog show how easy it was.