Small, inexpensive changes can add up to big savings when it comes to greening a rental property
How to green your flat on the cheap George Wigmore | 17th June 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Energy Savings Rental Properties Insulation EPCs Low-energy Appliances Recycling Leds Ecotricity …
One family's journey to turn a draughty, turn-of-the-century terrace into a snug paragon of eco efficiency
Turning our Victorian terrace into an ecohome: part one Sue Wheat | 29th April 2010 Ethical Living Energy Green Living Ecoretrofit Energy-efficiency Ecohouse Household Carbon Emissions Penney Poyzer …
Researchers warn that individual countries looking to go it alone with 'cheap' solutions to regional climate change could inflict negative impacts on the rest of world
… as increasing cloud cover to deflect solar radiation, may not work on a global scale, a … of the most discussed technique - solar radiation management (SRM), which involves … with SRM. As such, attempts to reduce solar radiation in one region are likely to have …
As the new nuclear renaissance grows, so too does uranium extraction. In Niger, which boasts some of the world's richest deposits, NGOs say that the poor are being exploited for the West's 'clean energy'
… campaigners take samples to measure radiation levels in the streets of Akokan, a … to have been caused by exposure to ionising radiation. Cancer is an illness found mainly …
Climate manipulation must be regulated at the UN level to avoid countries taking matters into their own hands, says a committee of MPs
… expressed particular concern about Solar Radiation Management (SRM), which involves … and space-based shades to reflect the sun’s radiation. The report said such attempts …
Despite disturbing claims about the impact of uranium, ten-thousand proposals for exploration in the Grand Canyon area have been submitted. A key fuel for nuclear power, the US must now decide between full scale uranium mining, partial mining or a twenty year moratorium. Leana Hosia investigates
… mine there. But it's the invisible levels of radiation that causes concern. At some … water sources with elevated levels of radiation. Potential health effects include … not a compensable disease under the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. 'It's so …
Thousands of miles by train, coach, bus, boat and foot and, at the last hurdle, Ewan finds that there's no way to cross the Tasman Sea except on metal wings...
I failed. I caught a plane Ewan Kingston | 3rd February 2010 Comment Green Living Travel Flying Aviation Tourism boardplane.jpg Thousands of miles by train, coach, bus, boat and foot and, at the last …
Sir Richard Doll died in July 2005. Over a year later, evidence came to light that he was in the pay of major chemical companies when he gave the green light to their products. Eight years earlier, the Ecologist was threatened with legal action for running this story...
… is a cancer epidemic caused by exposure to radiation, pollution, pesticides and food …
Only massive and regular sulphur injections into the atmosphere would prevent sea-level rises of 30-70cm on 2000 levels by the end of the century as a result of climate change
… main options involve limiting incoming solar radiation, through the use of mirrors or by …
Vane Minerals currently exploring for uranium deposits on the edge of the Grand Canyon National Park in area with alleged history of contamination affecting former miners and local indigenous population
… water sources with 'elevated levels of radiation'. 'Potential health effects include …
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 …
Scientists say desertification of the mountain grasslands of the Tibetan plateau is accelerating climate change
Tibetan nomads struggle as grasslands disappear from the roof of the world Jonathan Watts | 2nd September 2010 News Water Climate Change Deserts Farming gen_logo_hi-res.jpg Scientists say …
Sue has a brief love affair with solar panels, but realises that if she shies away from the thorny issue of solid wall insulation, she's throwing good money after bad
Turning our Victorian terrace into an ecohome: part two - insulation Sue Wheat | 3rd June 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Energy Climate Change Insulation Feed In Tariffs Solar Pv Eco Home Retrofit …
A leading US research body has said the range of confirmed or suspected carcinogens to which we are exposed on a daily basis is cause for serious concern, but UK campaign groups refuse to change their views
… including second-hand smoke, ultraviolet radiation, asbestos, radon gas and various …
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 …
Director of 'The Idiot Cycle' claims people are being kept in the dark over the dangers posed by toxins in everyday life - and questions the murky links between UN, WHO and chemical companies
… including second-hand smoke, ultraviolet radiation, asbestos, radon gas and various …
Is it healthy? Is it organic? Is it fairly traded? How far has it travelled? At times, making informed choices can feel like a full-time job. Here is a pocket guide to buying food from the new book Stuffed
… antibiotics, hormones, genetic engineering or radiation. Organic farming minimises damage to … • No growth hormones • No GM • No irradiation • Traceability • Better for wildlife …
The slums of Accra in Ghana are being used as a dumping ground for Western consumer waste, including toxic electrical components.
Atlantic Rising: Ghana's slums recycle Western waste Tim Bromfield | 28th January 2010 Comment Atlantic Rising Ghana Waste And Recycling atlanticrisingslums.jpg The slums of Accra in Ghana are being …
Having survived cancer, biologist Sandra Steingraber wrote a book to expose its link to the environment. As the film version premieres in Europe, she tells the Ecologist why we must all take a stand on air, food and water pollution
… are now trying to fight with chemotherapy and radiation? Maybe that would make cancer …
German design, British location, tropical climate. Super-efficient PassivHaus construction makes for warmer homes and lower energy bills. So why aren't we all building this way?
PassivHaus construction: the future of UK housebuilding? Laura Sevier | 22nd October 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Home PassivHaus Architect Building Energy Insulation Green Building Company Green …
Insulating the floor can be fiddly, messy and costly. Luckily, there are simple, cheap options too as Sue discovers
Turning our Victorian terrace into an ecohome: part three - floors Sue Wheat | 1st July 2010 Ethical Living Green Living Energy Housing Eco Home Insulation Eco Retrofit Energy Saving Draught Excluder …
Beauty advice for the winter season: get enough sleep, eat well and never stray far from a good jar of organic skincream. From Neal's Yard to Weleda, here are the Ecologist's top ten picks...
… dioxide and zinc oxide to protect from UV radiation. Other key ingredients include …