Patrick Curry’s Ecological Ethics is a comprehensive and engaging assessment of modern environmental philosophy, says Mark Newton
… secularism. The issue of value is core to the ethical debate – as Curry states: ‘There can … debate; Curry explores the development of ethical thought over the past few decades, and …
Employment tribunal rules in favour of ethical vegan who claims his employer sacked him for his beliefs.
… Catherine Early | 8th January 2020 News Vegan Ethical Vegan Employment Veganuary Change … Employment tribunal rules in favour of ethical vegan who claims his employer sacked … the needs of vegans following a ruling that ethical veganism is a philosophical belief and …
Dan Crossley, of the Food Ethics Council, talks to the Ecologist about their work on developing an 'ethical food manifesto' ahead of the next general election
… Ecologist about their work on developing an 'ethical food manifesto' ahead of the next … Nowhere near enough is being done. Food – and ethical concerns around food – need much … issues that we would like to feature on an ethical food manifesto. Raising food up the …
On the day of the 2018 Fashion Awards, what can the industry learn from the political firebrand Katherine Hamnett?
… Scott | 10th December 2018 News Fashion Ethical Clothing London Fashion Week Change … was a political forum from the get-go. Ethical label After studying at the renowned … Fast-forward and Hamnett's sustainable ethical label has never been more relevant. It …
The company Amazon is having a huge impact on the environment as well as our hight streets - from the destruction of usable goods to fossil fuel powered data centres.
… if you make your purchases via an ethical, internet based, store. Toxic … conditions means they’re still far from an ethical option. In fact they score a worst Ethical Consumer rating across almost all of …
The Most Rev Justin Welby describes climate change as 'the most pressing investment challenge of our time'.
… met". Focus In a video message for the Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI) ahead of this autumn's world summit on ethical finance in Edinburgh, Mr Welby said: … stewardship of their assets. "At its best, ethical finance can drive positive change in …
Popular ethical fashion brand Matt & Nat given watchdog warning after misleading customers about its green credentials.
… screenshot_2019-09-24_at_08.30.51.png Popular ethical fashion brand Matt & Nat given … Authority (ASA) issued the warning to ethical label Matt & Nat, a pioneer of vegan … as ‘recycled’. Customers trying to shop ethically need to know they can trust retailer …
A total of 78 artists - including Turner Prize and BP Portrait Award winners - call for end to BP sponsorship at National Portrait Gallery.
… grant. The retrospective is now going ahead. Ethical fundraising The Gallery’s BP … key clause on human rights in the Gallery’s ‘Ethical Fundraising Policy’ had been breached … The Gallery dismissed the complaint, and its Ethical Fundraising Policy was replaced last …
Their grasp of science can’t be faulted but William Antholis and Strobe Talbott need to offer solutions too, says Mark Newton
Fast Forward: Ethics and Politics in the Age of Global Warming Mark Newton | 20th October 2011 Reviews Climate Change Politics Kyoto Copenhagen USA China India Brazil Reviews book-jacket.jpg Their …
People & Planet league table shows universities strong on divestment but not investing in renewables.
… People & Planet University League measures ethical and environmental performance of 154 … such as whether the university has an ethical investment policy with commitments to … in renewables goes hand in hand with wider ethical and environmental standards. Its time …
Elizabeth DeSombre and J. Samuel Barkin’s readable prose makes unpicking the complex politics and economics behind the fishing industry look as easy as shooting fish in a barrel
Book review: Fish Ben Hudson | 15th December 2011 Reviews Fish Fishing Politics Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall Project Ocean Conservation Reviews Books fish.jpg Elizabeth DeSombre and J. Samuel Barkin’s …
It is time for the UK government to act if we want to stamp out the ongoing abuses perpetrated by corporations overseas and ensure an ethical weekly shop, argues Seb Klier
… by corporations overseas and ensure an ethical weekly shop, argues Seb Klier There … priorities of the company. Ultimately, the ethical treatment of workers cannot be … to financial reward for those who act least ethically. Furthermore, companies are able to …
Can a fully vegan diet really be a healthy choice for people and the planet?
… getting everything you need to truly thrive. Ethical A vegan diet consisting purely of … are statutorily regulated and governed by an ethical code to ensure they always work to the …
English Nature's decision to licence England's badger cull has no scientific basis, write Iain McGill and 26 other distinguished vets in this Open Letter to EN's Chief Scientist. Science Advisory Committee and Board. The body must urgently re-examine the entire issue before issuing any more licences to kill badgers.
… view that this policy does not represent an ethically sound, scientifically valid, or …
Leading musicians and change makers are rallying to support a new social media platform focused on building communities.
… is a new social network offering an ethical alternative to surveillance capitalism … we need your help to ensure this dream of an ethical social network that gives back to, and … said: “Campfire is all about a modern, more ethical, green way of communicating. The good …
The effect of new labour saving technologies has been ... to keep us working as long as ever, or longer. But why? Certainly not for our benefit, writes David Spencer. It's to keep civil society suppressed, docile, in thrall to the power of capital. All the more reason to rebel - demand a 30-hour working week now!
We should all get three-day weekends - all the time David Spencer | 30th August 2015 Comment Society Economy Politics work-who-needs-it-cut.jpg The effect of new labour saving technologies has been …
Donald Watson, a joinery teacher, coined the term 'vegan' in November 1944 - a moment celebrated during World Vegan Day today.
… choice to become a vegetarian on ethical grounds, citing the horrors of the … on which left their global mark. Taking his ethical consumption a step further, Watson is …
Prize winners influence the firm’s sourcing strategies and demonstrate that a regenerative future is possible.
… heart of the world’s economies, according to ethical toiletries business Lush. The economic … and support activities co-run by Lush and the Ethical Consumer Research Association – was to …
People & Planet research shows University of Sheffield has not made good on its promise to divest from all fossil fuels. We can't let them get away with it.
… University has responded, claiming that their Ethical Investment Advisory Group's guidelines … and uncertainty around the our position on ethical investments. Let me be clear straight … I have seen a lot of positive work around ethical investments and sustainability more …
McDonald's now claims to be a champion of animal welfare. But the food chain continues to rely on super fast growing chickens - which even in the best cases live miserable lives. PRU ELLIOTT calls for a change of policy from the multinational
… has gone great lengths to paint itself as an ethical company in recent years. But does it … the company has gone great lengths to appear ethical in recent years, using only free-range …
The political events of the last year are cause for sorrow, for reflection, and for reorientation. But they're also cause for a Green reboot. And fortunately, the UK's upcoming election on June 8th gives us just such an opportunity, writes RUPERT READ
… threefold division of the electorate into ethical Pioneers, 'me'-directed Prospectors …
The Green Gathering is a festival with a rich history that's not afraid to encompass hedonism, writes Emma Fordham - but also goes way beyond it. A showcase of real life alternatives with a mission to have fun and change the world, it's coming back this summer - so prepare for an unforgettable experience (and £10 off the ticket price).
… change Emma Fordham | 15th April 2015 Ethical Living Society Politics Arts … numerous campaigns, community groups and ethical small businesses. In 2009, as reported …
Entrances to National Portrait Gallery blocked by performance activists, preventing guests from entering the gallery.
… a £1 million grant from the Sackler family on ethical grounds, due to their links with the … out that this shows that the gallery can make ethical funding decisions when it chooses to …