Those Amazing Green Walls

Research shows that putting your feet in cold water is a good way to reduce core body temperature and keep your organs working. It will also help reduce swelling in your ankles and feet.

However, having a lukewarm shower or bath will cool you down faster and is the most effective way to coo...

Climate change is driving a rise in heatwaves. One study showed that someone born in 1960 is on average likely to experience around four heatwaves, whereas someone born in 2020 is likely to experience 30 heatwaves with 1.5°C warming. We have a 50% chance  of hitting this level in the next ten yea...

Another way to beat the heat is wild swimming. But be aware of cold shock. Slowly submerge your body in the water, understand the limits of your swimming ability and the rules about where it is safe ...

Being too hot makes you unwell and can even kill you. Some people are more 

It is important to stay hydrated and replenish the minerals we lose when we sweat. On average in very hot conditions (high 30s) we sweat 

Leaving fresh water dishes in your garden or balcony can make all the difference for wild animals. Birds and hedgehogs will appreciate the food you put out for them any time of year but during the summer the ground can harden, making it harder to forage. Plants also suffer from the heat. You can ...