The new Waste Resources Strategy paints a fantasy circular economy while avoiding the real issue of how we can use less plastic, writes environment journalist Lucy Siegle
By Lucy Siegle - 19th December 2018
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The government's new Waste and Resources Strategy outlines plans for a simpler recycling system and new rules that would see companies pay disposal costs.
By Nina Pullman - 18th December 2018
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Food scraps could be turned into a plastic alternative thanks to £60 million of new government funding earmarked for research into sustainable packaging.
By Nina Pullman - 18th December 2018
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On any given week, I could start this piece with a new worrying story or study about the pervasive nature of plastic pollution in our living world, writes Elena Polisano of Greenpeace.
By Elena Polisano - 12th December 2018
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Christmas is that time of year when it’s tempting to throw all ethical intentions to the wind in place of decadent decorations, thoughtful gifts for loved ones and any kind of food that takes your…
By Nina Pullman - 3rd December 2018
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Recycling plastic does not go far enough to tackle to scale of the pollution crisis and instead the focus should be on using less in the first place, acccording to leading NGO.
By Nina Pullman - 26th November 2018
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The anti-plastic movement is a milestone gateway that could prompt both businesses and consumers to start thinking on a larger scale about their environmental impact.
By Nina Pullman - 1st November 2018
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Riverford founder Guy called for a unified recycling system 12 years ago, and only now is government reviewing it. This isn't the time for greenwash, now is the time to step up.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 10th September 2018
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Riverford founder Guy called for a unified recycling system 12 years ago, and only now is government reviewing it. This isn't the time for greenwash, now is the time to step up.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 10th September 2018
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A former Dyson engineer has created the world’s first reusable coffee cup made from takeaways, with plans for the local economy and regional waste collection.
By Nina Pullman - 24th September 2020
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Eating fruit, veg, fish and wholegrains is linked to lower prevalence of depression and better mental health, writes nutritionist Francesca Vuolo.
By Francesca Vuolo - 24th September 2020
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A House of Lords vote to ban sales of imported food that do not meet UK standards sends strong message to MPs ahead of next Ag Bill review.
By Nina Pullman - 23rd September 2020
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As the days cool and autumn colours emerge, fresh British-grown kale comes into season offering a delicious splash of green in these top five kale recipes.
By Kirsty Hale - 22nd September 2020
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We see the most vital benefit as not marking our own homework; regular assessment will highlight areas for improvement, and help us balance competing demands.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 21st September 2020
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The National Trust and the Wildlife Trusts have both issued new calls to protect and restore nature via conservation efforts and designated ‘wild belt’ areas.
By Nina Pullman - 18th September 2020
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