willows to make a new hedge, but planting is one of the most important things that you can do in your garden.Trees provide shelter and food for animals, absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and improve the soil underneath them.Make green gifts. We all

dioxide emissions. 3. Be sparing with your water  If you fill your kettle up with just what's needed, you'll save water and power4. Look for 'A-rated' appliances  These are the most efficient tried-and-tested appliances5. Turn off the tap  Simply

to the shops on foot or shop on the internet to reduce your carbon footprint.  More green living from Junior:Five ways to pack an eco-friendly lunchSimple solutions to save the planet

Tips For Thrifty LivingEATINGAccording to the Love Food Hate Waste campaign, every family throws away one bag of food for every three they buy, costing £400 a year. But help is at hand. The Women's Institute has just launched the Love Food Champion