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Tesco's Nationwide Food Waste Initiative Transforms UK Supermarkets
Tesco launches a groundbreaking nationwide initiative to tackle food waste, partnering with Olio to redistribute surplus food to communities across the UK. Discover how this scheme will benefit local charities and reduce environmental impact.
Hannah Ritchie's Data-Driven Case For Climate Optimism
Discover how data-driven environmental scientist Hannah Ritchie challenges doom-laden narratives with actionable, evidence-based solutions for a sustainable future in her groundbreaking new book.
The Unseen Fight Against Ecological Collapse
Exclusive insight into the global battle being waged against climate catastrophe. Discover the strategies offering a lifeline for our planet's future amidst unprecedented ecological crises.
Shrinking States: The Positive Future with Fewer People
Forget the doomsday scenarios. New research reveals a future with fewer people offers a surprising opportunity for greater equality, a healthier planet, and a higher quality of life for all. Discover the positive revolution in global demographics.
Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags
Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking
The Climate 100: UK's Top Environmental Leaders for 2024
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
Leicester City FC partners with One Water to ditch plastic
Leicester City Football Club partners with eco-brand One Water in a landmark deal to eliminate single-use plastics at the King Power Stadium, championing sustainability in British sports.
Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish
A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.
California Ranchers Fight Environmentalists in Point Reyes Clash
A fierce battle is raging in California's Point Reyes National Seashore, pitting multi-generational dairy and cattle ranchers against powerful environmental groups. The conflict centres on a contentious plan to extend agricultural leases for 20 years, rai
Premier League Blocked Arsenal's £43m Luiz Transfer
Exclusive: The Premier League intervened to block Arsenal's proposed £43 million transfer for Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz in 2022, citing controversial profit and sustainability rules.
East Germany's Prefab Housing Finds New Life in Modern Era
Once a symbol of Cold War austerity, East Germany's prefabricated Plattenbau housing estates are experiencing an unlikely renaissance. Discover how these concrete giants are providing a blueprint for tackling today's urgent issues of urban density, sustai
Starbucks UK Unveils Major Store Revamp with New Community Look
Starbucks is transforming its UK coffee shops with a bold new design philosophy focused on community, sustainability, and a premium, local feel. Discover the changes coming to a high street near you.
Lady Amelia Windsor: Royalty's Sustainable Style Icon
Lady Amelia Windsor, the most fashionable member of the Royal Family, reveals her journey from royal protocol to sustainable style icon in an exclusive interview. Discover how the Duchess of Kent's granddaughter is redefining modern aristocracy.
Ditch Your Weekly Food Shop To Save Money, Experts Urge
A leading food waste charity is urging UK shoppers to ditch the big weekly supermarket trip. Discover the simple switch that could save you money and help the planet.
Virgin Atlantic's toilet paper plea to passengers
Virgin Atlantic urges passengers to conserve toilet paper on flights in a new sustainability drive, as the airline tackles supply chain issues and aims to reduce waste.
King Charles's Secret Frugal Habit Revealed By Ex-Butler
A former royal butler who worked for King Charles for seven years shares an astonishingly frugal and sustainable secret from the monarch's daily routine that defies all royal expectations.
Liverpool Target Ekitike as Newcastle Face Isak Sale
Exclusive: Liverpool are considering a surprise move for PSG's Hugo Ekitike, with Newcastle United potentially forced to sell Alexander Isak to meet Profit and Sustainability Rules, sparking a major transfer chain reaction.
Shell scraps Rotterdam biofuels plant in green strategy U-turn
Energy giant Shell has abruptly cancelled construction of its flagship biofuels facility in Rotterdam, dealing a significant blow to European sustainable fuel ambitions and raising questions about the company's decarbonisation commitments.
Mum slams school for cancelling meat options in canteen
A concerned mother has publicly criticised her child's school after it unexpectedly removed all meat-based meals from its canteen menu. The decision, part of a new sustainability initiative, has left many students struggling to find appealing food options
My Life at the Tip: A Story of Britain's Waste Addiction
A first-person account of a life consumed by trips to the local tip, revealing a deeper societal obsession with waste and consumerism in modern Britain.
Dubai: The Hollow Heart of 21st-Century Capitalism?
A critical examination of Dubai reveals a city built on a paradox: a glittering monument to hyper-capitalism that masks a deeply fragile and unsustainable social and economic model, serving as a stark warning for the West.
Royal Mail trials solar-powered parcel lockers across UK
Royal Mail launches a pioneering trial of solar-powered parcel lockers across the UK, aiming to slash emissions and offer 24/7 parcel collection in a major sustainability push for the postal service.
Drax Investigated Over Biomass Sustainability Claims
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has launched a formal investigation into Drax Group regarding historical statements about its biomass sourcing practices and sustainability credentials.
Man Rescues 40 Abandoned Clothes Horses From UK Streets
A quirky British hero is on a one-man mission to rescue discarded clothes horses, giving them a new lease on life and fighting waste in a truly unique way.
M&S Partners with eBay for Pre-Loved Clothing Scheme
Marks & Spencer launches groundbreaking partnership with eBay, allowing customers to easily resell unwanted clothing. Discover how this scheme boosts sustainability and offers M&S credit.
Scottish Government Proposes Radical Overhaul of Edinburgh Centre
The Scottish Government has unveiled a transformative strategy to pedestrianise key parts of Edinburgh's Old Town, create new green spaces, and tackle overtourism, aiming to preserve the city's heritage while building a sustainable future.
Mauritius oil spill sparks female farming revolution
How an ecological disaster off the coast of Mauritius empowered a generation of women to transform the island's agricultural landscape and achieve food self-sufficiency.
Ocado to Eliminate All Plastic Bags by 2024
In a major sustainability move, online supermarket Ocado has announced it will eliminate all plastic bags from its deliveries by the end of 2024, responding to growing consumer demand for eco-friendly shopping.
Solar car teams race 3000km across Australian Outback
Daring university teams push solar-powered vehicles to their limits in the World Solar Challenge, showcasing cutting-edge renewable technology in one of Earth's most extreme environments.
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