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Hello everyone! Our monthly newsletter is out and it is full of tips for social media content. We're also looking forward to the Meet The Expert on February 27th, details are in the hub.
#interiors #social #wearebluepatch
#interiors #social #wearebluepatch
February 13, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Hello everyone! Our monthly newsletter is out and it is full of tips for social media content. We're also looking forward to the Meet The Expert on February 27th, details are in the hub.
#interiors #social #wearebluepatch
#interiors #social #wearebluepatch
A Howard-inspired sofa
Slow sofas are hand crafted in the Yorkshire Dales with breathable, chemical-free natural materials. They use non-toxic materials to reduce VOCs & natural organic wool and cotton. No synthetics.
#wearebluepatch #handcrafted #classicsofas
Slow sofas are hand crafted in the Yorkshire Dales with breathable, chemical-free natural materials. They use non-toxic materials to reduce VOCs & natural organic wool and cotton. No synthetics.
#wearebluepatch #handcrafted #classicsofas
February 12, 2026 at 4:10 PM
A Howard-inspired sofa
Slow sofas are hand crafted in the Yorkshire Dales with breathable, chemical-free natural materials. They use non-toxic materials to reduce VOCs & natural organic wool and cotton. No synthetics.
#wearebluepatch #handcrafted #classicsofas
Slow sofas are hand crafted in the Yorkshire Dales with breathable, chemical-free natural materials. They use non-toxic materials to reduce VOCs & natural organic wool and cotton. No synthetics.
#wearebluepatch #handcrafted #classicsofas
There are lots of low cost actions you can take today to make your business more carbon efficient.
💡 Change to LED & switch off
⚡️ Move energy supplier to one that uses renewable energy
🛋️ Choose second hand furniture and equipment for your office
It's simple.
#wearebluepatch #lowcarbon #lowcost
💡 Change to LED & switch off
⚡️ Move energy supplier to one that uses renewable energy
🛋️ Choose second hand furniture and equipment for your office
It's simple.
#wearebluepatch #lowcarbon #lowcost
February 11, 2026 at 4:05 PM
There are lots of low cost actions you can take today to make your business more carbon efficient.
💡 Change to LED & switch off
⚡️ Move energy supplier to one that uses renewable energy
🛋️ Choose second hand furniture and equipment for your office
It's simple.
#wearebluepatch #lowcarbon #lowcost
💡 Change to LED & switch off
⚡️ Move energy supplier to one that uses renewable energy
🛋️ Choose second hand furniture and equipment for your office
It's simple.
#wearebluepatch #lowcarbon #lowcost
Water levels are high 🌧️
Our patrons Watertight International and Flood Mary took the Floodmobile to Wigton last week to talk to residents about how to protect their homes and businesses in view of increased flood risk in the area.
#flooding #climatechange #wearebluepatch
Our patrons Watertight International and Flood Mary took the Floodmobile to Wigton last week to talk to residents about how to protect their homes and businesses in view of increased flood risk in the area.
#flooding #climatechange #wearebluepatch
February 10, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Water levels are high 🌧️
Our patrons Watertight International and Flood Mary took the Floodmobile to Wigton last week to talk to residents about how to protect their homes and businesses in view of increased flood risk in the area.
#flooding #climatechange #wearebluepatch
Our patrons Watertight International and Flood Mary took the Floodmobile to Wigton last week to talk to residents about how to protect their homes and businesses in view of increased flood risk in the area.
#flooding #climatechange #wearebluepatch
SMEs are being pulled into carbon reduction.
✔️ Regulations are changing
✔️ Larger suppliers expect compliance
✔️ Customers want more transparency
Those who implement carbon reduction strategies now will be ahead of those who need to put plans into place in a rush.
#netzero #supplychains
✔️ Regulations are changing
✔️ Larger suppliers expect compliance
✔️ Customers want more transparency
Those who implement carbon reduction strategies now will be ahead of those who need to put plans into place in a rush.
#netzero #supplychains
February 9, 2026 at 4:04 PM
SMEs are being pulled into carbon reduction.
✔️ Regulations are changing
✔️ Larger suppliers expect compliance
✔️ Customers want more transparency
Those who implement carbon reduction strategies now will be ahead of those who need to put plans into place in a rush.
#netzero #supplychains
✔️ Regulations are changing
✔️ Larger suppliers expect compliance
✔️ Customers want more transparency
Those who implement carbon reduction strategies now will be ahead of those who need to put plans into place in a rush.
#netzero #supplychains
The Prism table from Angus Ross is an example of truly responsible furniture design. New larger size with the same prismatic shape that makes it unique. Crafted from locally sourced Perthshire oak that is used as efficiently as possible.
📸 James Miller
#woodfurniture #ethicalbrand #designled
📸 James Miller
#woodfurniture #ethicalbrand #designled
February 5, 2026 at 4:04 PM
The Prism table from Angus Ross is an example of truly responsible furniture design. New larger size with the same prismatic shape that makes it unique. Crafted from locally sourced Perthshire oak that is used as efficiently as possible.
📸 James Miller
#woodfurniture #ethicalbrand #designled
📸 James Miller
#woodfurniture #ethicalbrand #designled
Carbon reduction ≠ big budgets
It is possible to measure your carbon footprint and implement changes in your business without spending a lot of money. Our carbon reduction course is free for our members and it's quick and easy to use.
#carbonreduction #smallbusiness #smallbudget
It is possible to measure your carbon footprint and implement changes in your business without spending a lot of money. Our carbon reduction course is free for our members and it's quick and easy to use.
#carbonreduction #smallbusiness #smallbudget
February 4, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Carbon reduction ≠ big budgets
It is possible to measure your carbon footprint and implement changes in your business without spending a lot of money. Our carbon reduction course is free for our members and it's quick and easy to use.
#carbonreduction #smallbusiness #smallbudget
It is possible to measure your carbon footprint and implement changes in your business without spending a lot of money. Our carbon reduction course is free for our members and it's quick and easy to use.
#carbonreduction #smallbusiness #smallbudget
It was lovely to see the EQ Investors team post about volunteering at a local Lambeth charity @rootsandshoots1982. Community impact and volunteering is all part of ESG policy and EQ Investors are making an impact locally through their efforts.
#esg #urbanareas #trees
#esg #urbanareas #trees
February 3, 2026 at 4:04 PM
It was lovely to see the EQ Investors team post about volunteering at a local Lambeth charity @rootsandshoots1982. Community impact and volunteering is all part of ESG policy and EQ Investors are making an impact locally through their efforts.
#esg #urbanareas #trees
#esg #urbanareas #trees
Quick note for our Blue Patch community - this February we’re running a panel session with two leading interior designers Gail Race Interiors & Jennifer Titmas Interiors - one not to miss if you sell products & services to the interiors sector.
#interiors #renovationprojects #wearebluepatch
#interiors #renovationprojects #wearebluepatch
February 2, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Quick note for our Blue Patch community - this February we’re running a panel session with two leading interior designers Gail Race Interiors & Jennifer Titmas Interiors - one not to miss if you sell products & services to the interiors sector.
#interiors #renovationprojects #wearebluepatch
#interiors #renovationprojects #wearebluepatch
It's that time of year when snuggling under a blanket is so desirable.
Melin Tregwynt is a woollen mill in Pembrokeshire that makes wool cloth, blankets, throws, cushions, and more. Wool is naturally breathable, renewable, and warm - just what you need at this time of year.
#wool #mill #wales
Melin Tregwynt is a woollen mill in Pembrokeshire that makes wool cloth, blankets, throws, cushions, and more. Wool is naturally breathable, renewable, and warm - just what you need at this time of year.
#wool #mill #wales
January 29, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Did you see the callout by the British Association of Removers asking for input into the removals sector and its decarbonisation challenges? To find out more and be involved in the project contact BAR HQ in Watford.
#decarbonisation #removals #wearebluepatch
#decarbonisation #removals #wearebluepatch
January 28, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Did you see the callout by the British Association of Removers asking for input into the removals sector and its decarbonisation challenges? To find out more and be involved in the project contact BAR HQ in Watford.
#decarbonisation #removals #wearebluepatch
#decarbonisation #removals #wearebluepatch
You are not alone.
@thriverenewables.bsky.social posted recently about the perception gap. They gave the example that 78% of Brits would back a new solar energy farm in their community but only 27% think others in the community would too.
#climateaction #renewables #wearebluepatch
@thriverenewables.bsky.social posted recently about the perception gap. They gave the example that 78% of Brits would back a new solar energy farm in their community but only 27% think others in the community would too.
#climateaction #renewables #wearebluepatch
January 27, 2026 at 4:13 PM
You are not alone.
@thriverenewables.bsky.social posted recently about the perception gap. They gave the example that 78% of Brits would back a new solar energy farm in their community but only 27% think others in the community would too.
#climateaction #renewables #wearebluepatch
@thriverenewables.bsky.social posted recently about the perception gap. They gave the example that 78% of Brits would back a new solar energy farm in their community but only 27% think others in the community would too.
#climateaction #renewables #wearebluepatch
Bankers For Net Zero (B4NZ) have published the SME Sustainability Data Taskforce’s Public Consultation Review & Phase 2 Update which sets out the next steps for the UK SME Voluntary Emissions Standard (VES).
The update can be downloaded from the B4NZ website.
#carbonreduction #sme #wearebluepatch
The update can be downloaded from the B4NZ website.
#carbonreduction #sme #wearebluepatch
January 26, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Bankers For Net Zero (B4NZ) have published the SME Sustainability Data Taskforce’s Public Consultation Review & Phase 2 Update which sets out the next steps for the UK SME Voluntary Emissions Standard (VES).
The update can be downloaded from the B4NZ website.
#carbonreduction #sme #wearebluepatch
The update can be downloaded from the B4NZ website.
#carbonreduction #sme #wearebluepatch
Your everyday choices power the Blue Patch community. Shop small is a key part of our mission to connect sustainability-minded business with conscious consumers.
#shopsmall #independentshops #smallbusiness
#shopsmall #independentshops #smallbusiness
January 22, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Your everyday choices power the Blue Patch community. Shop small is a key part of our mission to connect sustainability-minded business with conscious consumers.
#shopsmall #independentshops #smallbusiness
#shopsmall #independentshops #smallbusiness
Naturesave Insurance Brokers have opened a funding call for marine conservation projects. Closes 26 February.
With growing pressures on ocean ecosystems, this funding opportunity offers valuable support for initiatives protecting and restoring marine environments.
#ocean #conservation #funding
With growing pressures on ocean ecosystems, this funding opportunity offers valuable support for initiatives protecting and restoring marine environments.
#ocean #conservation #funding
January 21, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Naturesave Insurance Brokers have opened a funding call for marine conservation projects. Closes 26 February.
With growing pressures on ocean ecosystems, this funding opportunity offers valuable support for initiatives protecting and restoring marine environments.
#ocean #conservation #funding
With growing pressures on ocean ecosystems, this funding opportunity offers valuable support for initiatives protecting and restoring marine environments.
#ocean #conservation #funding
Our first carbon reduction training is this Friday 23rd January at 11am.
We’re re-introducing our carbon reduction course and there is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot project for 2026.
Sponsored by Naturesave Insurance
#carbonreduction #wearebluepatch #businesstraining
We’re re-introducing our carbon reduction course and there is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot project for 2026.
Sponsored by Naturesave Insurance
#carbonreduction #wearebluepatch #businesstraining
January 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Our first carbon reduction training is this Friday 23rd January at 11am.
We’re re-introducing our carbon reduction course and there is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot project for 2026.
Sponsored by Naturesave Insurance
#carbonreduction #wearebluepatch #businesstraining
We’re re-introducing our carbon reduction course and there is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot project for 2026.
Sponsored by Naturesave Insurance
#carbonreduction #wearebluepatch #businesstraining
Don't miss Anna's social media club news this month with info about Instagram's new hashtag policy and ideas for 2026. If you are subscribed, it should already be in your inbox. If you are not subscribed, you can do so in the hub.
#hashtags #socialmediatips #wearebluepatch
#hashtags #socialmediatips #wearebluepatch
January 19, 2026 at 11:32 AM
Don't miss Anna's social media club news this month with info about Instagram's new hashtag policy and ideas for 2026. If you are subscribed, it should already be in your inbox. If you are not subscribed, you can do so in the hub.
#hashtags #socialmediatips #wearebluepatch
#hashtags #socialmediatips #wearebluepatch
We were astounded to see the news that Royal Ballet & Opera had cut their energy consumption in the auditorium from 39kW to 6.2kW by rewiring and updating over 1,000 lighting fixtures, signs and candelabras to LED.
It can be done.
#energyconsumption #ledlighting #periodbuildings
It can be done.
#energyconsumption #ledlighting #periodbuildings
January 15, 2026 at 5:05 PM
We were astounded to see the news that Royal Ballet & Opera had cut their energy consumption in the auditorium from 39kW to 6.2kW by rewiring and updating over 1,000 lighting fixtures, signs and candelabras to LED.
It can be done.
#energyconsumption #ledlighting #periodbuildings
It can be done.
#energyconsumption #ledlighting #periodbuildings
As a sole trader or small business you don't need to hire a carbon consultant or run a full audit (yet).
There is an easier way.
At Blue Patch we've developed a carbon reduction course for businesses to measure and reduce their carbon footprint.
#carboncalculation #decarbonise #carbonauditing
There is an easier way.
At Blue Patch we've developed a carbon reduction course for businesses to measure and reduce their carbon footprint.
#carboncalculation #decarbonise #carbonauditing
January 14, 2026 at 3:04 PM
As a sole trader or small business you don't need to hire a carbon consultant or run a full audit (yet).
There is an easier way.
At Blue Patch we've developed a carbon reduction course for businesses to measure and reduce their carbon footprint.
#carboncalculation #decarbonise #carbonauditing
There is an easier way.
At Blue Patch we've developed a carbon reduction course for businesses to measure and reduce their carbon footprint.
#carboncalculation #decarbonise #carbonauditing
Food is a simple way to reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy the benefits of healthy eating at the same time.
📸 Heck Food, Womersley Foods, Eat Telfit, Source Climate Change Coffee
#plantbased #grassfed #organiccoffee #vinegarsandjams
📸 Heck Food, Womersley Foods, Eat Telfit, Source Climate Change Coffee
#plantbased #grassfed #organiccoffee #vinegarsandjams
January 13, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Food is a simple way to reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy the benefits of healthy eating at the same time.
📸 Heck Food, Womersley Foods, Eat Telfit, Source Climate Change Coffee
#plantbased #grassfed #organiccoffee #vinegarsandjams
📸 Heck Food, Womersley Foods, Eat Telfit, Source Climate Change Coffee
#plantbased #grassfed #organiccoffee #vinegarsandjams
It's lovely to see the collaborations that come out of the introductions we made.
Rachel @rocworxdesigns.bsky.social made these star earrings out of ballet slippers donated by Royal Ballet & Opera after we introduced them to each other.
#reducewaste #recycle #starearrings
Rachel @rocworxdesigns.bsky.social made these star earrings out of ballet slippers donated by Royal Ballet & Opera after we introduced them to each other.
#reducewaste #recycle #starearrings
January 12, 2026 at 3:04 PM
It's lovely to see the collaborations that come out of the introductions we made.
Rachel @rocworxdesigns.bsky.social made these star earrings out of ballet slippers donated by Royal Ballet & Opera after we introduced them to each other.
#reducewaste #recycle #starearrings
Rachel @rocworxdesigns.bsky.social made these star earrings out of ballet slippers donated by Royal Ballet & Opera after we introduced them to each other.
#reducewaste #recycle #starearrings
What's the biggest cause of carbon emissions in small business?
Energy 💡 for heating, lighting, and production. This is especially true in older buildings with less insulation and inefficient lighting and heating systems.
#renewableenergy #netzerojourney #carbonemissions
Energy 💡 for heating, lighting, and production. This is especially true in older buildings with less insulation and inefficient lighting and heating systems.
#renewableenergy #netzerojourney #carbonemissions
January 8, 2026 at 5:04 PM
What's the biggest cause of carbon emissions in small business?
Energy 💡 for heating, lighting, and production. This is especially true in older buildings with less insulation and inefficient lighting and heating systems.
#renewableenergy #netzerojourney #carbonemissions
Energy 💡 for heating, lighting, and production. This is especially true in older buildings with less insulation and inefficient lighting and heating systems.
#renewableenergy #netzerojourney #carbonemissions
What do reindeer poo, elephant poo, meadow seed and brewery waste have in common?
They're all materials which have been fused with recycled pulp in papers from The Sustainable Print Company.
And fear not. The poo is sanitised before use.
#PlantBased #RecycledPaper #Print
They're all materials which have been fused with recycled pulp in papers from The Sustainable Print Company.
And fear not. The poo is sanitised before use.
#PlantBased #RecycledPaper #Print
January 7, 2026 at 3:04 PM
What do reindeer poo, elephant poo, meadow seed and brewery waste have in common?
They're all materials which have been fused with recycled pulp in papers from The Sustainable Print Company.
And fear not. The poo is sanitised before use.
#PlantBased #RecycledPaper #Print
They're all materials which have been fused with recycled pulp in papers from The Sustainable Print Company.
And fear not. The poo is sanitised before use.
#PlantBased #RecycledPaper #Print
The National Emergency Briefing documentary isn’t about fear or spectacle. It’s about preparedness, clear communication, and public trust.
Support their independent work through their crowdfunder (if you are able).
#NationalEmergencyBriefing #ClimatePreparedness #ClimateEmergency
Support their independent work through their crowdfunder (if you are able).
#NationalEmergencyBriefing #ClimatePreparedness #ClimateEmergency
January 6, 2026 at 3:03 PM
The National Emergency Briefing documentary isn’t about fear or spectacle. It’s about preparedness, clear communication, and public trust.
Support their independent work through their crowdfunder (if you are able).
#NationalEmergencyBriefing #ClimatePreparedness #ClimateEmergency
Support their independent work through their crowdfunder (if you are able).
#NationalEmergencyBriefing #ClimatePreparedness #ClimateEmergency
Three reasons why buying wooden furniture will reduce your carbon footprint:
🌱 Trees absorb CO₂ which stays locked in
🌱 Wood is a renewable resource
🌱 Well made furniture lasts longer
📸 Heliconia Furniture, Beuzeval Furniture, Plyable Design, Angus Ross Furniture
#EthicalMakers #ClimateAction
🌱 Trees absorb CO₂ which stays locked in
🌱 Wood is a renewable resource
🌱 Well made furniture lasts longer
📸 Heliconia Furniture, Beuzeval Furniture, Plyable Design, Angus Ross Furniture
#EthicalMakers #ClimateAction
January 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Three reasons why buying wooden furniture will reduce your carbon footprint:
🌱 Trees absorb CO₂ which stays locked in
🌱 Wood is a renewable resource
🌱 Well made furniture lasts longer
📸 Heliconia Furniture, Beuzeval Furniture, Plyable Design, Angus Ross Furniture
#EthicalMakers #ClimateAction
🌱 Trees absorb CO₂ which stays locked in
🌱 Wood is a renewable resource
🌱 Well made furniture lasts longer
📸 Heliconia Furniture, Beuzeval Furniture, Plyable Design, Angus Ross Furniture
#EthicalMakers #ClimateAction