Many of us will send off the old year and start 2025 with a bang. New year celebrations will vary in size from small back-garden firework displays to large-scale professional shows. Last year, London’s main event released 12,000 fireworks – just one of many annual events held worldwide to entertain and celebrate.
The British Fireworks Association estimates that in the UK alone, roughly 10 million people buy and use fireworks each year. But perhaps it’s time to use more eco-friendly alternatives?
