Cosy charms conceal hidden harms: the uncomfortable truth about woodstoves
Woodburning directly affects air that we breathe – its pollution now has greater impact than that from vehicles
Read moreDetailsOlwyn Hocking is a freelance proofreader/editor, lifelong community volunteer and campaigner on a range of issues associated with global heating/climate change. These all draw on journalism roles over more than 30 years (broadcast, print, online) and membership of the team producing the Scottish Parliament's "Official Report" (similar to Hansard). She is a founder/director of Digital Voice for Communities social enterprise.
Woodburning directly affects air that we breathe – its pollution now has greater impact than that from vehicles
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