In order to reduce the flow rate of urban rainfall - and clear the often polluted water from buildings and streets - cities must learn to mimic the natural 'bioretention' properties of undeveloped land, says Laura Laker
Greening the grey: introducing rain gardens Laura Laker | 25th October 2012 News watergarden.jpg In order to reduce the flow rate of urban rainfall - and clear the often polluted water from buildings …
Don't get stumped by the name: permaculture is a simple, vital tool for food growers and gardeners alike
… A beginner's guide to permaculture gardening Laura Laker | 30th March 2010 … growers and gardeners alike A philosophy of gardening. Gardening and philosophy. Either way it seems …
Whether it’s poor soil or limited space, a raised bed could be the solution to your gardening woes. And with National gardening week approaching there's no better time than now
… Hubbard | 2nd March 2012 Ethical Living Gardening Raised Beds Horticulture Flowers … a raised bed could be the solution to your gardening woes. And with National gardening week approaching there's no better …
A hypermarket victory in Hackney demonstrates how local groups can help protect community shops...
Life without supermarkets: community action is the best way to beat them Laura Laker | 10th August 2010 Comment Green Living Food And Farming Society Green Shopping Community Shops Food Co-ops …
WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) is not just a cheap way to see the world - it's a hands-on way to learn new skills of sustainable living
Why working holidays on organic farms help you see the world anew Laura Laker | 14th July 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Food And Farming Sustainable Agriculture Organic Farms WWOOF Volunteer …
From dim sum to tea tastings, ring in the year of the dragon in a planet friendly way
Five eco-friendly ways to celebrate Chinese New Year Bethany Hubbard | 20th January 2012 Ethical Living Chinese New Year Dim Sum Acupuncture Lush Celebrations Home holding.jpg From dim sum to tea …
Armed with just a good idea and big dose of enthusiasm you can transform a bleak area into a mini orchard. Plus, the best way to approach a station manager...
Persuading your local station to plant fruit trees Laura Laker | 2nd March 2010 Activism Food And Farming Sustainable Cities Green Living Grow Your Own Transition Towns fruit-trees-digging2.jpg …
Forty years ago the Ecologist published its landmark ‘A Blueprint for Survival’ issue outlining the need for a serious economic and environmental overhaul
The Ecologist January 1972: a blueprint for survival Bethany Hubbard | 27th January 2012 Other Edward Goldsmith Blueprint For Survival Sustainability Environment Society …