18 December 2007

Trendy trees add to waste mountain

Eco-friendly tree tips

� Buy British trees certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.

� Buy 'living' trees and replant in the garden (and remember to water during the summer).

� Recycle your tree after Christmas.

� Remember: an artificial tree is for life, not just for Christmas.

Eco-friendly decorations

� Use old, misshapen ones from the loft.

� Make your own.

� Check out 'free' websites such as Freecycle.

� Look for secondhand and Fairtrade decorations in charity shops.

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