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Chemical weapon and radiation fear at Scottish RAF base
Ecologist
21st May, 2012
RAF Kinloss in Moray, Scotland, at the centre of an investigation into radioactive contamination and chemical weapons buried at the sitemore...
The beginner's guide to growing your own fruit
Mark Briggs
14th May, 2012
Whether you live in the city or in the heart of rural England, planting your own fruit trees provides you with a free source of fruit and a boost for biodiversity more...
Top 10… water inspired breaks
Ruth Styles
4th May, 2012
Last month’s downpours might have put you off water for life but that doesn’t mean a watery getaway isn’t worth a look. Ruth Styles rounds up 10 of the bestmore...
Review: Alde Garden
Rachael Stubbins
26th April, 2012
From the DIY ‘treebog’ to the solar powered fairy lights, bell tents and yurts, Suffolk’s Alde Garden is the perfect place for an eco-friendly weekend break. Rachael Stubbins paid a visit more...
The Peregrine
Mark Newton
26th April, 2012
A masterpiece of nature writing, J.A. Baker’s ‘The Peregrine’ is well worth revisiting, says Mark Newton, not just for the prose but also to help us re-engage with the natural world more...
Are straw bales the future of sustainable building?
Mark Briggs
20th April, 2012
Straw bale is a low impact, low carbon building material making strides towards mainstream acceptance. So is it about time we took notice? Mark Briggs reports more...
Five of the best... gypsy caravan breaks
Lisa Stephens
19th April, 2012
Forget My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding; the UK’s Romany caravans offer discreet luxury, emerald eco credentials and the chance to get back to nature in style. Lisa Stephens rounds up five of the best more...
Food of love: why 'aphrodisiac' oysters could be the sustainable alternative to meat
Matilda Lee
12th April, 2012
Oysters need a thriving natural eco-system and ultra clean water to survive. And as Matilda Lee discovered on a visit to Loch Fyne Oysters, they even find their own food. So are oysters the green choice? more...
The spotters guide to spring wild flowers
Rebecca Campbell
6th April, 2012
With spring in full swing, the UK’s ancient woodland is bursting into life. From bluebells to ramsens, Rebecca Campbell rounds up the best British bloomsmore...
Beat the heat: how a new type of eco home is helping tackle global warming
Paul Miles
3rd April, 2012
As climate change speeds up, the question of how to adapt our homes to hotter temperatures is becoming increasingly important. Now, a pioneering project on the island of Tenerife has been set up to address those concerns. Paul Miles reports more...
Climate justice: Scotland pioneers new fund to help poor countries with adaptation
Chris Hegarty
13th March, 2012
After leading the way on climate legislation with the 2009 Climate Change Act, the Scottish government are now putting their money where their mouth is with the creation of the Climate Justice Fund to pay for developing country adaption projects more...
Arctic Sanctuary: Images of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Mark Newton
8th March, 2012
An evocative combination of stunning photography and beautiful prose drives home the natural wonder of the Arctic in Jeff Jones and Laurie Hoyle’s wonderful book more...
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TAKE ACTION to stop Asia Pulp and Paper's logging in Indonesia's tiger rainforests
Priyanka Mogul
7th March, 2012
Greenpeace's undercover investigation accused Asia Pulp and Paper's of flouting the logging ban on ramin trees in Indonesia, threatening the remaining population of Sumatran tigers. Greenpeace calls on you to urge companies to boycott APP products more...
In season now: what to eat during March
Ben Hudson
5th March, 2012
Spring has (whisper it) sprung, so make the most of the fresh greens and foraged treats popping up in winter’s wake. Gardening expert James Taylor suggests five to get stuck into more...
The Naturescaping Workbook: A Step-by-Step Guide for Bringing Nature to Your Backyard
Laurie Tuffrey
1st March, 2012
Beth O’Donnell Young’s opus urges us to dispense with our prim patios and manicured lawns, and let nature in. Laurie Tuffrey hears the call more...
Wind turbines: the future of renewable energy or a blight on UK countryside?
Bethany Hubbard
24th February 2012
The wind farms debate rages on as the need for renewable energy grows. But is the UK in danger of putting aesthetics before the need to cut carbon emissions and adopt greener technologies? more...
See weed and eat it: a foraging break on the Scilly Isles
Kate Eshelby
23rd February, 2012
Seaweed, carrot flower and locally caught fish were all on the menu during Kate Eshelby’s gastronomic tour of the Scillies more...
Eco cement: the world's favourite building material gets a green-over
Paul Miles
14th February, 2012
Cement manufacturers are among the world’s biggest polluters and produce more emissions per capita than aviation. So how can you ensure that the cement you use isn’t wrecking the planet? more...
Four of the best…eco-friendly February half term breaks
Ben Hudson
3rd February, 2012
Whether you’re in the market for an organic French farm or a spot of skiing in the Scottish Cairngorms, there’s an eco-friendly half term break for you and your family more...
Going Dutch in Maastricht
Ruth Styles
31st January, 2012
Limburg’s capital boasts hearty local food, historic monuments and wonderful walks – all just a short train ride away more...
Five ways to make this year's family break the greenest ever
Laurie Tuffrey
17th January, 2012
From taking the ferry to a budget version of the Orient Express, Greentraveller founder, Richard Hammond, shares his top five ways to holiday without harming the planetmore...
Biofuels not food the biggest driver of 'land grabbing' deals, says report
Laurie Tuffrey
18th December, 2011
'Land grab' report highlights growing interest from speculators in ‘flex’ crops like soya, palm oil and sugarcane that can be used for biofuels or food more...
How global finance fuels a secretive and unethical land grab in Africa
Henk Hobbelink
9th December, 2011
Global banks, investment houses and pension funds are gobbling up farmland in poor countries for food and biofuels production. GRAIN, winners of the 2011 Right Livelihood Award, says this secretive and unjust practice needs to stop more...
Our Land: website champions sustainable holidays in English countryside
Ben Hudson
2nd December, 2011
Forget Lapland - a festive break in the English countryside is just as beautiful. New website Our Land will help you discover sustainable tourism in the Cotswolds, South Downs and New Forest, amongst others more...
Snack on that! Are insects the future of food?
Gavin Haines
18th November, 2011
With seven billion people to feed, agriculture is feeling the strain. So are creepie crawlies the solution? The Ecologist takes a closer look more...Members
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