Recycling Tips

Thinking more about what you throw away is one of the easiest ways to start being greener. You’re probably already sorting your plastics from your glass, but recycling can be so much more interesting than this. From light bulbs turned into plant holders to bath tubs transformed into book shelves, there are a million and one ways to reuse stuff or share it with others rather than throw it away. And all of them are guaranteed to help you pimp your crib without costing the earth. Check out our articles for inspiration below…

For more info on companies and organisations who can help you be green visit our Eco Zone

14 ways to ruin the environment in 66 seconds

on in Lifestyle with No Comments »

Anti-environmentalists, we’re listening… this one’s for you…

Read more

GET THE LOOK: How to look Super(man) like Henry Cavill (ft. the ultimate Man of Steel workout)

on in Fashion with No Comments »

You may not have heard of him before but trust us when we say soon Henry Cavill is going to be very much on your radar…

Read more

Patagonia teams with eBay to bring you clothes recycling at its finest

on in Fashion with No Comments »

We love the idea of recycling fashion! And now Patagonia and eBay are taking on the five ‘r’s – reduce consumption, repair, reuse/resale via eay, recycle and reimagine – with their newest campaign…

Read more

Put the kettle on! Get money off your cuppa just by tossing teabags in the right bin

on in Lifestyle with No Comments »

Here at Global Cool we love a good cup of tea. And an interactive Facebook campaign from PG Tips and Recyclebank is saving us money…

Read more

Global Cool’s Summer Swish

on in Fashion, Get Involved with No Comments »

Global Cool decided to throw own own summer Swish last night for all our closest pals. The evening was a roaring success (if we do say so ourselves). Check out all the pics now…

Read more

Music goes green! Why a school bus belongs on tour and how to make rock and roll last forever

on in Entertainment, Get Involved with No Comments »

Global Cool made some awesome new friends and we’d like you to meet them too. Introducing Distorted Input – the only place you need to go for wisdom on everything music…

Read more

Get pecks like Becks and keep your balls golden

on in Lifestyle, Sport with 1 Comment »

We’ve seen David’s style evolve from a bleach blonde teenager with curtains to (let’s face it) something very close to perfection. So we’re here to help with these male beauty tips and eco products to keep you men looking so top-notch and Beck-oming…

Read more

PIMP YOUR LIFE: Turn an old bike into a sink plus how to make your own garden lights

on in Lifestyle with No Comments »

We think old things deserve a bit of love so why not try out one of these fab recycling ideas and make a new treasure out of old trash…

Read more

FASHION SPOT: Be a punk rocker with flowers in your hair

on in Fashion with 2 Comments »

Find out how to rock the flower garland look this summer now…

Read more

PIMP YOUR LIFE: Take a swing on an old skateboard and climb a tree to your attic

on in Lifestyle with No Comments »

We think old things deserve a bit of love so why not try out one of these fab recycling ideas and make a new treasure out of old trash…

Read more

Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Alicia Keys, Paul McCartney and Beyonce

on in Entertainment with No Comments »

This week we’re snogging one very big voice, avoiding another and marrying our fave McCartney…

Read more

Ryan Gosling. Thank you.

on in Entertainment with No Comments »

We want to give Ryan Gosling a big pat on the back, and here’s why…

Read more

PIMP YOUR LIFE: Turn teapots into planters and give your dog a new bed with an old pair of jeans

on in Lifestyle with 11 Comments »

Because getting rid of clutter shouldn’t cost the Earth…

Read more

Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Professor Green, Ryan Gosling and David Haye

on in Entertainment with No Comments »

This week we’re stepping on the toes of Chelsea’s elite, marrying the ultimate heartthrob and avoiding a heavyweight boxer…

Read more

COMP: Win this CD bundle and take Pearl Jam, Daft Punk and Badly Drawn Boy home with you

on in Win Free Stuff with 4 Comments »

We know after a long weekend galavanting your pockets are likely to feel considerably lighter than usual. So we have a little post-Easter CD bundle up for grabs for free…

Read more