Planet Friendly People

We’re an ordinary family, worrying about how things will turn out for our children and future generations. We are trying to do our bit to be kinder to the planet and every living thing on it.

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Hello and Welcome!

Welcome to Planet Friendly People – a site created by an ordinary family, for anyone and everyone who looks at the world, sees it’s problems and wants to make a difference. As we mention on our Who We Are page, we’re not different or special; we’re just normal people, who like you, still sit and wonder what we can do to make things better. Although one person can’t change the world, if we all do what we can, hopefully the best we can, then together we really can move mountains!
Ants working together beneath a leaf
As individuals and collectively, by using the power of the purse/wallet, we can guide/goad even the largest of companies to do better. With a little bit of thought, all of us can use a bit less energy, buy a bit less brand new stuff and repurpose/recycle more old stuff instead of sending it to landfill. No doubt this is what you’d expect to see on a site like ours, but there’s more…
“As individuals and collectively, by using the power of the purse/wallet, we can guide/goad even the largest of companies to do better.”
Of all the things we talk about, what may surprise you most, is how big a part the food on our plates plays in shaping how the future for our children and grandchildren;  in fact, food is arguably the single biggest arena for change in helping to create a safe and stable future. You can explore this topic with us here: We’ll tell you the sorts of things we do, the research we’ve done, and the mistakes we’ve made – and with luck, save you a chunk of time and trouble! We’d love you to share your ideas and practical tips too – the best ones will go on the website with your name, credited to you !
Children walking together outdoors
In the end we’re all part of a team, a massive team for positive change, so let’s start now, working together to get the world back on track for the next generation!

What You’ll Find Here

🌿 Trying to be More Eco

Practical guides on clothes & shoes, recycling, travel, energy, food, hidden gems, weird but wonderful recipes, and buying locally made. Explore Eco →

📚 The Rainbow Cure

Good food for good health. Discover the Blue Zone principles, the science of nutrition, and how food shapes our future. Available on Amazon Kindle. Discover More →

🔬 Science Made Simple

Atoms, molecules, chemistry and biochemistry — the science behind the natural world, made accessible and fun. Learn Science →

Join Us on the Journey

Every small step counts. Whether it’s recycling those tricky pet food pouches, making your own healthy lollies, or understanding what’s really in your food — we’re in this together.

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