How to dissent peacefully from the corruption, waste and destruction of the world? By a mindful disengagement from evil, writes Julian Rose: from fossil fuel energy to propagandist media, from sweatshop clothing to the predatory financial system. Some of the steps we can take are easy, others very difficult - but what ultimately matters is the direction of travel.
… energy to propagandist media, from sweatshop clothing to the predatory financial system. … - yes. The real fashion disasters We all need clothing. But the clothing industry is a nightmarish corporate …
What do the Australian Environment Foundation, the Renewable Energy Foundation and the Global Warming Policy Foundation have in common? They are all fiercely anti-environment, writes William Laurance - and we must beware their 'eco-doublespeak'.
… Beware environmental wolves in sheep's clothing! William Laurance | 9th June 2014 …
Nuclear power is neither beautiful, nor safe, nor cheap, writes Justin Keating - a message to the United States, where the Obama administration has pledged to waste over $200 million financing the 'Small Modular Reactor' (SMR).
Nuclear power - small isn't beautiful, safe, or cheap Justin McKeating Greenpeace | 22nd June 2014 Comment Nuclear USA Energy Technology hms-ambush-cut.jpg Nuclear power is neither beautiful, nor …
From plastic bag-free towns to refashioned clothes and bus fleets run on chip fat, here's a guide to what you can do to tackle waste in your community
How to campaign for less waste and more recycling George Wigmore Matilda Lee | 6th July 2010 Activism Waste & Recycling Energy How To Make A Difference Compost Waste Watch Women's Institute Zero …
America might be better known for Calvin Klein and co but as Ally Boyd discovered, eco-designer Annie Le is giving them a run for their dollars
… and department stores that offer her clothing line. She wants to continue expanding … children. She hopes to continue building her clothing line so it becomes an internationally …
The Tea Party of Miami put up a convincing demo last week to oppose a 'land grab' that would see 46,000 acres of sugar farm land restored for Everglades conservation. Just one problem - the 'protestors' were actors each being paid $75 for the two-hour shift.
… banners or signs that will be provided. Clothing is almost anything!! Use common sense … banners or signs that will be provided. Clothing is almost anything!! Just wardrobe …
The world lives under oil’s spell. Jeremy Smith reveals the extent to which the industry’s by-products have permeated our lives.
… gloves, plastic goggles and protective nylon clothing. Once picked, the apple has to travel … the ‘rubber’ of the conveyor belt, the nylon clothing of the cashier, the bags you put your … starch or limestone derivatives. 30 The clothing industry should use vegetable starch …
Protests against BP, the oil industry and its pollution are as much a part of Britain's history as the industry itself.
Crude Britannia James Marriott Terry Macalister | 13th May 2021 | Comment Energy Editor’s Picks Bp Climate Change Crude Britannia Protests against BP, the oil industry and its pollution are as much a …
A single mother, three teenagers and an East London terrace offer a living piece of research on retrofitting designed for real-time living
Home retrofit experiment shows low carbon living for real people Charlotte Sankey | 24th January 2012 Activism Climate Change Energy PassivHaus Low Carbon Eco House holding.jpg A single mother, three …
All European manufacturers and retailers must tell you about the energy efficiency of household ‘white goods’ such as fridges, freezers, washing machines, tumble driers, dishwashers, air conditioners, ovens and lightbulbs. The European Energy Label is certified by the Energy Savings Trust (EST), in conjunction with industry and the government. On these labels, products are rated from A to G, with A being the most efficient.
Behind the eco labels: Energy Star Pat Thomas | 1st April 2007 Ethical Living Energy Star Eco Labels Energy BTL_Looking_glass_MAIN_2.jpg All European manufacturers and retailers must tell you about …
As well as being masters of water engineering, the Romans also engaged in a long distance trade in water across the Mediterranean - embodied in grain, oil, wine, cloth, metals and other goods. They also discovered the food-water-energy nexus - and not in a good way. We need to heed the warnings from Roman history.
The food-water-energy nexus defeated the Romans. It could defeat us too Jonathan Bridge | 13th December 2014 Comment History Water Food Energy Society caesaria-aqueduct-cut.jpg As well as being …
After a peaceful protest against nuclear weapons showed up shoddy security at a $19 billion nuclear bomb factory site, writes Kevin Alexander Gray, Uncle Sam got mad - against the protestors, now jailed for up to five years. Will Peace Prize winner Obama set them free?
President Obama - pardon the 'Oak Ridge Three' anti-nuclear activists! Kevin Alexander Gray | 19th March 2014 Activism Nuclear Weapons USA Religion y12.png After a peaceful protest against nuclear …
In 1980 The Ecologist published an iconic Special Edition' devoted to the multi-use 'wonder crop' hemp. 34 years on, Thomas Prade finds the case for industrial hemp is as strong as ever.
Hemp - the energy and industrial crop of the future? Thomas Prade | 5th January 2014 Comment Hemp Biofuels Biodiesel Farming Energy hemp-field.png In 1980 The Ecologist published an iconic Special …
The UK's 'Green Deal' energy efficiency scheme was a massive failure, writes Sue Roberts. But few knew just how bad until the NAO's report - which reveals that its main effect was to line the pockets of the Big Six energy companies, load the public with expensive loans, create a tangle of red tape, and engineer the collapse of the UK's nascent energy efficiency sector.
… - and sold yet more boilers. Wolf in sheep's clothing Energy suppliers are not the natural …
So-called 'smart meters' are being rolled out across the UK, writes David Toke, but they don't support the dynamic pricing that's essential to expand renewable energy and decarbonise our electricity. It's time for green NGOs to get campaigning - and not leave vital decisions to a hostile government, a failing regulator and industry insiders.
Green groups must denounce the sham 'smart meter' scandal David Toke | 22nd March 2017 Comment Energy Renewables Economics Fossil Fuels Corporations Regulation UK substation-cut.jpg So-called 'smart …
Energy Secretary Amber Rudd's plan to deliver the UK's emissions reductions promised in COP21 rely on nuclear power as the main 'low carbon' energy source, writes Paul Flynn. But the high cost of nuclear, and the ruinous track record of current technologies, show that this path leads only to massive failure at public expense.
Finally, Amber Rudd must drop her nuclear obsession Paul Flynn MP | 16th December 2015 Comment COP21 Politics UK Energy Nuclear Renewables Finance rance_tidal_power_station-cut.jpg Energy Secretary …
Better insulation means more warmth but also more mould and condensation. Sue Wheat's eco retrofit continues with a look at a super-efficient ventilation system that recycles heat while stamping out damp
Turning our Victorian terrace into an ecohome: part six – ventilation Sue Wheat | 19th November 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Energy Housing Eco Home Eco Retrofit Energy Saving Electricity Heat …
Jeremy Corbyn came under attack yesterday for his refusal to countenance the use of nuclear weapons, writes Commander Robert Green. But his stance is honourable and both legally and strategically correct - especially with his opposition to renewing the Trident nuclear missile system.
… government has needed to find intellectual clothing for what has always been a gut …
A orchard garden has taken root on a long-vacant lot in an economically and racially divided neighborhood of Boston, writes Orion Kriegman. In the making it has united a community, helped to heal deep scars of violence, and inspired a wider reclamation of the urban commons.
Making it happen - a community orchard in downtown Boston Orion Kriegman | 7th November 2014 Ethical Living Commons Cities USA Farming sunflower-cut.jpg A orchard garden has taken root on a …
Research over, it's crunch time in Sue's house, as materials are delivered, builders are educated in new eco techniques and wall insulation is fitted
Turning our Victorian terrace into an ecohome: part five Sue Wheat | 14th October 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Energy Housing Eco Home Insulation Eco Retrofit Energy Saving Wall Knauf …
Fuel poverty is a complex problem with many causes, writes Mari Martiskainen, but it is also a deadly one for some 25,000 thousand people every year. And there is one surprisingly simple solution: a huge upgrade in the energy efficiency of our housing stock.
As tens of thousands die, the UK must act on fuel poverty Mari Martiskainen University of Sussex | 16th October 2015 Comment Energy Efficiency Society Economics Politics one-bar-fire-hands-cut.jpg …
The new Commission may have dropped environmental protection from its 2015 work plan - but it's pressing ahead with a new Directive to protect corporate secrecy, threatening consumers, journalists, whistleblowers, researchers and workers.
… to hide information on chemicals in plastics, clothing, cleaning products and other items …
The European Commission has proposed new rules on foods derived from GMOs that would allow EU countries to opt out from the Europe-wide approval system - a move that has attracted strong criticism from all parties in the GMO debate.
EuroComm proposes EU country opt-outs on GMO foods Euractiv | 23rd April 2015 News EU USA GMOs Politics Law norway-gmo-demo-cut.jpg The European Commission has proposed new rules on foods derived …