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Local Initiatives and Businesses

• Naturewise
• London 21 Sustainability Network
• J3 Building Futures LLP
• Computer Aid International
• Washable Nappy Company

Naturewise
http://www.naturewise.org.uk.

A permaculture organisation which creates and maintains forest gardens in the local area. They also give advice and consultations and run permaculture training courses. The aims of Naturewise include promoting sustainable land use, sustainable lifestyles and organic food growing in the city environment.

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London 21 Sustainability Network
http://www.london21.org

The space for anyone interested in community-based action for sustainability in Greater London. For inspiration, support, people to work with and keeping up-to-date, visit the website. You can contribute to every section of the website.

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J3 Building Futures LLP
www.j3buildingfutures.co.uk

This fledgling sustainable development, environmental design, green
construction and ecological living consultancy is based in Crouch End. They are concerned with developing the built environment in a socially and environmentally sustainable manner.

This company has a residental arm which offers design and consultancy services to homeowners. The partners believe that by eco-refurbing their homes people will not only save bills and cut their emissions but will also have healthier buildings to live in. The company also works in the educational, social and commercial fields.

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Washable Nappy Company
http://www.thewashablenappy.co.uk/

This local business is run by a mother of twins who used washable nappies, an excellent source of advice on finding exactly the right range of washable nappies to suit you and your baby. Regular coffee mornings are held at Hornsey Vale Community Centre to introduce mothers to the washable alternative. See the website for details. Wahable nappies are better for the environment, and cheaper too!

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Computer Aid International
http:www.computer-aid.org

Have you got computers or computer equipment that you don't use anymore? Why not take them along to Computer Aid International? They are based in Holloway Road. If you have a large consignment of computers from an office they can arrange collection. All computer hard discs are security wiped using GCHQ anti-spyware equipment before sending on to countries in Africa, South America and other developing countries.

Telephone: 020 7281 0091

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