Whether it’s plastic bottles or old magazines, Valentina Jovanovski has a creative way to turn it into something entirely new
… Ten of the best…ways to reuse your rubbish Valentina Jovanovski | 5th … water intensive, which means upcycling or reusing your junk is more important than ever. The need for a cultural shift towards reuse was emphasised by a recent DEFRA report, …
From scratch-proof gloves to soothing organic balms, Anjuli Koshal rounds up five green gardening essentials that the eco-conscious shouldn’t be without
… of Chelsea to the enthusiastic amateur gardeners found in every corner of the UK …
In an effort to address the joint problems of poverty and environmental degradation, Vivienne Westwood has joined up with the International Trade Centre for the launch of her second ethical range
Not charity but work: Vivienne Westwood's 'Ethical Fashion Africa' collection goes on sale Rosie Spinks | 9th August 2011 Ethical Living Fashion Society Green Living Africa Vivienne Westwood Ethical …
Electric bicycles are yet to go mainstream in the UK but could the launch of Haibike’s new electric mountain bike change all that? Gervase Poulden reports
… motor cuts out at around 16mph, in line with EU regulations, at which point you’re on your … could finally be in sight GREEN LIVING Top 10…Euro cities to cycle Want to see a new city …
The salvaged velvet curtains are in and the newly painted walls are good to go but was it all worth it? In the final installment of her ecorefurb diary, Sue Wheat takes a retrospective look at a challenging year
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Boasting vibrant cities, countless historical treasures and lush rolling countryside, England has much to offer green travellers, says Green Living Editor Ruth Styles
… transport , Birmingham, Newcastle and former European cultural capital, Liverpool, have … equal of anything to be found in the rest of Europe. Even the food is catching up, with the … when Hitler’s territorial ambitions tipped Europe into yet another devastating war. Post …
Green design doesn't have to mean scrimping on aesthetics; as George Blacksell discovered, combining style with sustainability is easily achieved
… a thing of the past and we can move on to reuse and recycle. Aspects of ecologically … renewable materials instead of plastics, and reusing items that would otherwise be thrown … a solid chunk of spruce wood - a certified European softwood that is sourced from …
From zoning to killer bees and lovely honey: Gervase Poulden explains the essentials of beekeeping
… areas of the UK,’ says James Dearsley, amateur beekeeper and founder of the blog, Surrey … known by the disease it causes in bees: European Foul Brood. The bacteria compete with … growth of the colony. According to Beebase, European Foul Brood can be identified by the …
Contrary to popular belief, composting is simple. What’s more, it’s also eco-friendly, cheap and utterly addictive. Hannah Corr shows you how to get started
The beginner’s guide to making your own compost Hannah Corr | 14th October 2011 Ethical Living Gardening Composting Vegetables Eco-friendly Green Living Food And Farming holding.jpg Contrary to …
Growing your own fruit and vegetables doesn’t have to involve huge amounts of space. As Hannah Corr explains, there are plenty of short cuts for city dwellers who want to get stuck in
Ten of the best…ways to get stuck into urban gardening Hannah Corr | 28th October 2011 Ethical Living Food And Gardening Green Living Grow Your Own Organic Sustainable Community holding.jpg Growing …
Offering the ultimate in locally produced food, Britain's farm shops are a culinary national treasure
Ten of the best…farm shops Vanessa Jones | 4th November 2011 Ethical Living Farm Shops Food And Drink Local Organic Natural Food And Farming Green Living holding.jpg Offering the ultimate in locally …
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
Our Land: website champions sustainable holidays in English countryside Ben Hudson | 2nd December 2011 Ethical Living Travel Eco England Walks Green Natural World Our Land Green Living festive1.jpg …
With bricks and mortar proving environmentally unsustainable, a dearth of affordable housing available, and charity Shelter maintaining that homelessness persists, could shipping containers be a solution?
Shipping containers: could they tackle the housing crisis for a growing population? Sophie Laggan | 6th December 2011 Ethical Living Home Community Shipping Containers Science And Technology Green …
'Deeper than skin' is the motto of ethical green beauty and skincare brand Madara which has received accolades from WWF
Madara: the luxury skincare range with social and environmental ethics Matilda Lee | 7th December 2011 Ethical Living Health Green Living Health And Beauty Madara Organic Skincare Preservatives …
Globally, meat consumption has increased by 20 per cent in the last decade despite concerns about its environmental impact. So, asks Laurie Tuffrey, can going vegetarian really help the earth?
… estimates that at least 80 per cent of the EU’s farm animals are factory farmed – and a …
Don’t let the touchy-feely title put you off: Dr Fabrizio Mancini’s latest opus is packed with sensible advice, argues Ruth Styles
… After all isn’t ‘self-healing’ just a euphemism for ‘grin and bear it’ or as we … beginning with the idea that pharmaceuticals, which by the way, around a fifth of …
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
The Ecologist A to Z of beauty goodies Priyanka Mogul | 3rd February 2012 Ethical Living A To Z Beauty And Health Organic Natural Skincare Cosmetics Ingredients Health Green Living holding.jpg You’ve …
We are looking for agents of change and leaders of the future, who will use the unique learning experience we can provide at Schumacher College, to make a more sustainable and equitable world
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Ashridge Business School is a place where tradition meets innovation – in one of the most beautiful locations in England
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Biodynamic Agricultural College – Specialist courses in Biodynamics: Principles and Practices. Now available on line with our new Distance Learning course in January 2012
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