
The media frenzy that erupted as Tesco admitted having second-thoughts on carbon footprint labels may have inflicted lasting damage on a once promising sector
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Politicians deny the existence of isolated tribes like the Mashco-Piro as oil, gas and logging exploration increasingly encroaches on their forest territory
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Debate over role of farm animals in spreading of superbugs intensifies as scientific study downplaying fears is accused of serious flaws
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Special report Pepper: how our favourite spice is tainted by a deadly legacy

Despite no scientific training Bjørn Lomborg has had a strong influence on the climate change debate, positioning himself against climate deniers and campaigners who say that climate change is a global emergency
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Are the UK's new high speed rail plans part of a sustainable future for public transport in the UK or a big statement that only benefits a minority?
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'Super vegetable garden' enables Mauritanian refugees to run agribusinesses

From phosphates to enzymes, the contents of your detergent can be difficult to decipher. Here’s what to look out for and what to avoid
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You’ve learned to avoid parabens and sulphates but what should you be using instead? The Ecologist takes a closer look at the natural beauty ingredients that can make a positive difference to your skin
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What does it take to make it in the low-carbon economy? The Ecologist takes a look at the skills and courses that will set you up for success
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Whether it’s tiredness, stress or winter skin, Green Living Editor Ruth Styles has some super speedy suggestions – and no chemicals involved
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Fed up of paying a premium for supermarket berries and herbs? Take a walk on the wild side and pick your own
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The coast of Peru is being blighted by an industry sprung up to satisfy the West’s voracious appetite for salmon – marine life, human health and whole ecosystems are paying the price. The Ecologist Film Unit investigates
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A new book of stunning photos of the Arctic documents the wonder of one of the last wilderness regions on the planet
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Join the growing chorus of individuals and organisations demanding the right to know what's in their food... all GM foods should be labelled, say Just Label It campaigners
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It is estimated that by 2030, 92 per cent of Britons will live in cities. The CEO of charity Trees for Cities on why its so important but difficult to plant trees in our streets
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Home retrofit experiment shows low carbon living for real people
TAKE ACTION: Urge your MP to vote for 10:10's climate-friendly Daylight Saving Bill
Climate hotspot: sea level rise threatens millions in Mekong Delta rice belt

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Competition: win a set of Dr Hauschka Skin Care products on behalf of the Biodynamic Association

Free food from Feeding the 5000 in Trafalgar Square, London. Come along and give your food some thought on Friday 18th November
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What does it take to make it in the low-carbon economy? The Ecologist takes a look at the skills and courses that will set you up for success
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