Seeing the Changes 1915

In Loughor, Lords and ladies (Arum maculatum) is already anticipating Spring.

No Shit Sherlock!

Firefly Green Fuels of Gloucestershire England, have made jet fuel 'entirely' from human faeces. Their product seems to have a carbon footprint, that's only 10% of that of standard jet fuel (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-67771640). Flying, generates about 2% of global carbon dioxide emissions. This mode of transport, consequently, has a substantial impact on our heating planet. An almost inexhaustable supply of human shit is available. It may, however, prove difficult to rachet up the production of this biofuel sufficiently. At the moment, the vast majority of jet fuel comes from fossil sources. Major new investments would be needed, as well as mechanisms encouraging airlines to switch (there's currently no duty on jet fuel).

All The Best To Readers For 2024!

Nice that the readership appears to be becoming more cosmopolitan. At the start of 2024, the UK, although reads are much as they have ever been, has fallen to 9th place.

Plants We Used To Use 203. Ground ivy

The leaves and stems of Ground ivy (Glechoma hederacea) have been used as a herb, in place of mint or thyme, as a flavouring for soups, stews and egg or meat dishes. In traditional medicine, Ground ivy was given as a treatment for colds, asthma and bronchitis. This plant has anti-inflammatory properties.

Plants We Used To Use 202. Ground elder

The Romans may have introduced Ground elder (Aegopodium podagraria) to Britain. It was traditionally used to treat gout. This plant has also been applied for rheumatism and arthritis, as well as bladder and digestive conditions.

Plants We Used To Use 201. Green buckwheat

Green buckwheat (Fagopyrum tartaricum) is also called 'Tartar buckwheat'. It's a domesticated food plant, producing kernels. These are often eaten, after getting them to sprout.

Plants We Used To Use 200. Green alkanet

Green alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens) root powder was used in hair care and as a 'natural' hair colour. It was said to prevent hair loss as well as premature greying.