Activism

Major UK cereal brand switches to more sustainable sources of palm oil following interview with the Ecologist

In a world of synthetic fragrances it's important to remember that there are natural alternatives. Here's where to buy them, what to look for and... how to go beyond patchouli

A must-see documentary explores how campaigners are successfully using new technologies and tactics to change the status quo

Instead of making exaggerated claims about species becoming extinct, NGOs could make progress on issues like deforestation by collaborating more closely with companies, reports Tom Levitt

You can turn it into everything from fuel to plastics. But will the surge in demand for sugar end up having a serious environmental impact?

Former lead singer of 10,000 Maniacs and now solo musician, Natalie Merchant, talks about campaigning against cement plants and leafletting her gigs

Protest group celebrates as activists force Didcot power plant to temporarily halt coal-fired electricity generation and switch to gas

Our growing demand for cheap feed to produce cheap meat is exacting a terrible human and environmental price. But the solutions are clear, and are within our reach

Climate activists prepare to shut down Ratcliffe-On-Soar after celebrating the demise of plans for a new coal power plant at Kingsnorth

Tamsin Omond's personal account of her journey from carefree student to 'climate suffragette' explores the world of climate activism in a manner that can only inspire

Canadian coastal communities are faced with rising sea levels as the government continues to support destructive tar sands mining

Greenpeace’s campaign for greener electronics shows promising results as HP release an almost toxin-free product

London City Airport has been allowed to double the number of flights despite environmental impact

Ruling would allow NGOs and individuals to challenge environmental damage in courts without prohibitive financial risks

It's the logo we all look for when buying furniture and wood products. But the Forest Stewardship Council has come in for some serious criticism. Matilda Lee looks at both sides of the argument