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Four Ways You Can Live a More Eco-Friendly Life Everyday

William Thompson & Son • Apr 21, 2020

We take environmentalism very seriously here at William Thompson & Sons. It’s why we sell recycled aggregates from our quarry to ensure we’re as green as possible. However, there are a number of changes we can all make in our daily lives. Read on to find out more.


Eat As Locally as Possible and Think About Packaging

Sourcing the food you buy from local sources will help you to reduce your own personal carbon footprint. Big supermarkets get their food from all around the world, which means fumes from trucks and planes. However, by buying local, the food you eat will have travelled less far. Therefore, there will be less pollution attached to its distribution. Local food tastes better too!


Start a Compost Pile

If you have a garden and you grow vegetables of plants, a compost pile can help them to become more happy and healthy! Starting your own compost pile is simple and means that you can reuse materials you would normally just chuck out into the bin. You’ll save money on shop-bought compost as well! What’s not to like?


Be Clued Up on Your Energy Usage

By being more aware of the energy you use in your home, you can really easily make a difference. Have a look around your home. Are there any appliances not being used but still switched on? Are all of your bulbs incandescent rather than fluorescent or LED? By simply being more aware of the energy you’re consuming you can make changes that will reduce your bills and make you more eco-friendly.


Use Recycled Aggregates in Construction and DIY Projects

Finally, if you’re planning a construction or DIY project in the future, always buy recycled aggregates from a local quarry. Using this material will greatly reduce the environmental impact of your construction project - it will also be cheaper!


Source Your Recycled Aggregates in Scotland With WM Thomson & Son



Here at William Thompson & Son, we can provide the very highest quality aggregate products in Glasgow, Dumbarton and Lanarkshire. If you want to reduce the impact your construction project has on the environment, look no further. We can help you become more eco-friendly and reduce your carbon footprint.


To find out more about our services, please feel free to contact us today. You can find us at William Thompson & Son (Dumbarton) Ltd, Birch Road, Dumbarton, G82 2RN. Alternatively, call us on 01389 762271 or email us at info@thompsonquarries.co.uk

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