High Lines and park life: why more green isn’t always greener for cities

Transforming old industrial areas into urban woodland may look nice but can be conterproductive in the long run

Beyond plastic: creating sustainable materials from recycled waste

New, innovative materials can be produced from everyday waste – could they offer a sustainable alternative to plastic or wood?

Climate scientist to US Senate: ‘Climate change is a clear and present danger’

In a Senate hearing on President Obama’s Climate Action Plan, Dessler summarised the science behind the climate threat

A suggestion for Burberry’s next line: toxin-free fashion

Greenpeace has found hazardous chemicals in Burberry clothes – it should, like its some of its rivals, join our Detox campaign

Sixteen global sustainability leaders seeking transformational change

It’s easy to beat ourselves up for not doing enough to speed up sustainability, but it’s important to celebrate courage and commitment

Environmental sustainability among top restaurant menus trends for 2014

What’s hot. 2014 Culinary Forecast.  A recent National Restaurant Association survey of nearly 1,300 chefs and members of the American Culinary Federation have identified the top ten food trends for 2014 as part of a What’s Hot culinary forecast for 2014. This is an indicator of what individuals are likely to see on restaurant menus … Read more