Keeping out the Cold... Low Carbon Style

I'm not sure about you, but we've decided its blooming freezing outside at the moment!! And word is its not going to get any warming over the next couple of weeks and months. Therefore we thought we'd ask around for some suggestions on how to stay warm, while not generating lots of carbon and spending lots more money! Here are some of my favourite suggestions:

1. Crack out the Knitting

This idea was send to us by Brighton and Hove Living Wage Campaign via Twitter (@BHLivingWage). They suggest making like your Nan and knitting is a great way to warm your fingers, but the more you do the more your create adding nice warm layers for you to wear!

2. Join in with some Sports!

Here at the University of Brighton there are many different sports programs and activities that don't break the bank but will keep you nice and warm. SportBrighton offer many courses on all campuses so well worth checking out some of the choices on offer!

3. Snuggle Up
Bit of a favourite of mine :) getting close to someone else is always a good way to keep warm. But as highlighted on our Facebook page, it doesn't need to be someone it could just as easily be a pet that you snuggle up to and stay warm.

4. Cook a Warm Feast
Another suggestion via Facebook. At this time of year a warm meal can do wonders for keeping you warm and fuzzy on the inside! A hot drink will do you great wonders as well! Just remember when cooking or making hot drinks to limit the amount of carbon used while making food and drink. This simple guide will help.

5. The Classic "Put another Layer on!"
Its a classic for a reason.... It works. When your feeling a little bit chilly rather than cranking up the heating try putting an extra layer on to combat the cold!

There we have it some great suggestions for keeping warm and still lowering the impact on the planet!!