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Carrie Cort

About Carrie Cort

My name is Carrie Cort, I set up Sussex Green Living out of concern for the way we humans are treating the planet which sustains us. With motherhood in 2008 came concern about environmental sustainability and a burning desire to learn how we can live more environmentally friendly lifestyles, in harmony with nature.

I have always had a passion for the countryside, animals and the natural environment. Most of my career has been spent in marketing and communications, mainly within education and the landbased industries, latterly using the power of video communications. In an effort to help create a climate for change I decided to use my knowledge and digital skills to share ideas which anyone can adopt, saving money and the planet.

I’m not an expert, just an ordinary person who is on a greening journey and wanting to pass on what I’ve learnt to others. Let’s all make some simple changes, become more resilient and try to lead simpler, less materialistic and consumerist way of life.

Entries by Carrie Cort

Fracking in Sussex

August 8, 2013/in Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

We received this email from Greenpeace tonight.  Read this page and then follow the link below, their online template letter is a very easy way to express your disapproval at the increased fracking activity in Sussex, it takes minutes. We are based near Billingshurst, currently our home is surrounded by test drilling in Balcombe, Broadford […]

Forthcoming green events

July 28, 2013/in Children & nature, Events, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

  Looking for things to do this summer?  Here are three events which are free of charge and will get everyone into the great outdoors running around, letting off steam and having fun!

Benefits Of Solar Energy

July 27, 2013/in Eco News, Energy, Green Suppliers, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

It seems as if just about every day environmental practices are gaining ground in the news. As our planet’s environmental challenges become clearer, and receive more coverage, more and more people are inclined to make personal efforts toward helping to clean up and preserve the environment. And much of these individual efforts deal directly with […]

Green Living Tips for Today’s Busy Families

July 25, 2013/in Children & nature, Eco News, Green Suppliers, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

Modern day families live a hustle and bustle lifestyle. Between driving kids to activities, working, shopping and maintaining a household, there is little time to think about the environment. Many decisions are made hastily and in the name of convenience because there is simply not enough time to plan for the long term and the […]

National Playday outdoor free fun in Haywards Heath

July 23, 2013/in Children & nature, Events, Green art & games, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

Wednesday 7th August 12 – 4pm Entry free of charge Come and join us for National Playday event in Victoria Park in Haywards Heath. The event aims to encourage young people and families to use the park and its facilities, the theme of the event being ‘Nature and the environment’. The Sussex Green Living mascot Pedro and […]

Switched on to energy efficiency?

July 9, 2013/in Eco News, Green Suppliers/by Carrie Cort

 PRESS RELEASE Research published today by one of the leading energy suppliers, npower, has revealed that we are a nation which knows how to be green – yet affordability and motivation are preventing us from changing our behaviour.

Is our water supply in West Sussex being poisoned?

July 9, 2013/in Eco News/by Carrie Cort

To Frack or not to Frack this is the question……You will have to decide for yourself if our water supply in West Sussex is under threat.  You may or may not be aware but Cuadrilla Resources Ltd have an application for a mining waste permit to manage wastes arising from an exploratory borehole to test for […]

Cross ventilation saves money and energy

July 8, 2013/in Eco News, Energy/by Carrie Cort

A common goal of homeowners in summer months is to cool your homes in the most efficient manner, while using as little energy as possible. Using cross ventilation to cool your home without using the air conditioner is an energy-efficient method that will save you money and help to protect the environment, but there are […]

A Sustainable Future for Tourism Business

June 27, 2013/in Eco News, Green Suppliers/by Carrie Cort

Watching the green movement travel around the world has been an incredible sight.  As businesses make the decision to change over to green building practices and sustainable materials, it’s important that they are recognized and applauded for doing so. This ultimately helps other businesses see the benefits of making changes and becoming greener. As a […]

Moving into the Ecological Age

June 12, 2013/in Children & nature, Eco News/by Carrie Cort

Out with the old and in with the new we say!  It is time we move away from using ancient sunlight (unsustainable fuel sources) such as coal, gas and oil and we all need to harness the renewable energy of wind, sunlight and the sea.  I read this wonderful letter in the West Sussex County […]

Get along to the Eco Technology Show

June 2, 2013/in Eco News, Events/by Carrie Cort

This is the UK’s premier event for trade, building owners, occupiers, and the general public covering sustainable build, energy, transport and technology.  It takes place at the Brighton Centre on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th June.  We are to be there with our recycled stand on Saturday 15th. 

Baby Expo here we come

June 2, 2013/in Eco News, Events/by Carrie Cort

Come and visit our recycled stand at the Baby Expo Show Sunday 30th June at Brighton Racecourse Sussex Green Living’s 100% recycled stand, Pedro and his recycled robots will be at this great event playing green games and sharing ideas about how people can lead a greener life, save money and help the environment.   Our […]

The Very Mysterious Black Sack!!

May 28, 2013/in Eco News/by Carrie Cort

My office used to be an Eco Centre. Today an elderly gent shuffled in with a look of real surprise on his face as he realised it was no longer the place he expected it to be. Over his shoulder he was carrying a large, black plastic sack which was almost, at bursting point. “I’ve […]

An evolving World of Green Initiatives

May 28, 2013/in Eco News/by Carrie Cort

Getting off the Couch: Exploring a World of Green Initiatives I’ll be honest… television almost ruined travelling for me. Why wander the streets of Rome or climb the snow-packed peaks of the Rockies when I could watch someone else do it on T.V.? My urge to explore had run head first into a crisis of […]

Biscuit wrapper recycling competition

May 17, 2013/in Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

PRESS RELEASE SUSSEX GREEN LIVING ASKS THE PEOPLE OF SUSSEX TO HELP THEM IN THEIR EFFORTS TO WIN THE BISCUIT WRAPPER ROUNDUP AND A SHARE OF £1,000 IN CHARITY PRIZES Sussex Green Living is competing in the UK wide Biscuit Wrapper Roundup – a recycling fundraising competition to see who can save the most used […]

Recycled and Truly Green Paint!

May 9, 2013/in Eco News, Green Suppliers/by Carrie Cort

Newlife Paints contain a minimum 50% recycled content, they are a truly ‘green’, high quality AND economical solution to add the finishing touches to any build or maintenance project.  They are based in Ford, West Sussex so local with minimal carbon footprint when it comes to transportation! 

Visit wonderland Pooh House and Gardens

April 23, 2013/in Children & nature, Green art & games/by Carrie Cort

27th and 28th April 2013 11am – 5pm Tucked away in the idyllic West Sussex village of Fittleworth is the magical one acre wonderland of Pooh House and Gardens.

Nicola Peel’s work in the Amazon

April 18, 2013/in Eco News/by Carrie Cort

Transition Horsham monthly open event on Thursday 25th April 2013 Time: 8-10pm Sussex based environmentalist Nicola Peel will be giving an inspirational talk about her ongoing work in the Amazon. Over the last 10 years Nicola has been initiating both environmental and humanitarian projects around the world, predominantly in the Amazon. She particularly likes to speak […]

The Floral Fringe Fair 2014

April 4, 2013/in Children & nature, Eco News/by Carrie Cort

Date: Sat 31st May – Sun 1st June 2014 Venue: Knepp Castle, West Grinstead, West Sussex, RH13 8LJ The Floral Fringe Fair is a traditional outdoor event on a county estate.  The Fair aims to inspire people to make their gardens wildlife friendly. What visitors said about the event in 2013 “A quirky, foodie, arty, plantaholics wildlife event with a […]

Happy Easter Green World!

March 27, 2013/in Green art & games, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

    Easter Bonnet competition……Children learn about recycling and reusing in this Easter bonnet competition. This bonnet was made out of two plastic food bowls, dragonflies made out of Quality Street wrappers, egg boxes made into flowers and bugs and a recycled grass skirt – every girl should have one! Oh and not forgetting the upcycled […]

How Universities are going green

March 7, 2013/in Eco News, Education/by Carrie Cort

As the global population increases and more countries become industrialized, resource consumption has skyrocketed. Natural resources by their very nature are finite and this exponential development has made it necessary for the most advanced nations to research methods to conserve resources and develop a less wasteful future. As the centers of research and thought in […]

Environmental benefits of LED bulbs

March 7, 2013/in Eco News, Green Suppliers/by Carrie Cort

What are the environmental benefits of investing in LED bulbs? Lighting is one of the major areas of energy usage within the home, and LED bulbs finally offer a viable alternative to filament lighting – while still delivering a high standard of light output.

Two more schools launch TerraCycle recycling schemes

January 26, 2013/in Education, Recycling/by Carrie Cort

Farlington School, Horsham have just launched a TerraCycle recycling scheme. West Chiltington Community School is about to launch. Come West Sussex schools keep up with the Jones! More information coming soon…….   We want you, the people of Sussex, to take some ownership of  www.sussexgreenliving.co.uk.  Forward your suggestions for events, videos, parks and green spaces etc to be added […]

Half term outdoor play

January 21, 2013/in Children & nature, Seasonal celebrations/by Carrie Cort

  The Aldingbourne Trust is one of the magical hidden treasures of Sussex. Take your children this half term, have fun and support this fantastic charity.

Waste Week 11th – 17th March 2013

January 19, 2013/in Eco News, Education, Recycling, Single use plastic/by Carrie Cort

Come on Schools of Sussex get involved in Waste Week 2013 Waste Week is a fantastic opportunity to get the whole school learning about waste and thinking about how they can cut down on the amount of waste they produce, as well as how they can reduce the proportion that goes to landfill, by re-using, recycling […]

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