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Marcus Brigstocke in 'Eco pads'

Marcus Brigstocke

Marcus Brigstocke Stands Up for Climate Change in `Eco Pads'

Comedian, writer and actor Marcus Brigstocke reveals some of the eco-renovations he has made to his London home in true MTVTM style.

A green enthusiast, Marcus takes viewers on a tour of his `Eco Pad', discussing the alterations he has made to his own home to save money and energy, where he:

  • Reveals his `big butt', also known as his water butt
  • Demonstrates `where the magic happens', in his composter
  • Boasts his energy saving light bulbs
  • Brags about his insulation made from recycled plastic bottles
  • Explains a `water saving device called a plug'
  • Shows off his two bicycles, with `fourteen inch rims'

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