How ethical is the elephant ‘sanctuary’ you’re visiting?

On the eve of World Elephant Day experts advise how to avoid cruel elephant attractions and support genuine welfare centres

The first ocean-going solar yacht to debut at Cannes Yachting Festival 2018

  Solar yacht SolarImpact creates an almost unlimited range for a whole new maritime experience. SolarImapact Yacht  relies on solar-based energy supply and optimised SWATH construction. The world‘s first ocean-going solar yacht combines high-tech, sustainability, a contemporary lifestyle and luxurious accommodations. After five years of research by the Swiss yachting company SolarImpact Yacht, the vision … Read more

Sustainable Restaurant Award 2018: Sustainability can only go as far as you can envision it

  In the search for a sustainable future in , there are no limits that cannot be broken. The Basque restaurant Azurmendi is well-placed to further encourage a sustainable revolution in the restaurant world. For the forward-thinking Basque restaurant Azurmendi (Larrabetzu, Spain), the menu starts in the field. Azurmendi is this year’s winner of the Sustainable … Read more

Hybrid cars to be exempt from 2040 petrol and diesel ban

Move angers environmental campaigners but is welcomed by automotive industry

The last (plastic) straw: travel and its environmental responsibilities

Some airlines, hotels and tour operators are now addressing the issue of plastics pollution but activists believe the solution requires everyone to take a stand

Ferragamo Creations: Rainbow Future is a sustainable reinvention of the iconic Rainbow sandal

  Part of the Ferragamo Creations collection, the Rainbow Future is a limited edition, with only 100 pairs produced worldwide. Rainbow Future is the shoe for Salvatore Ferragamo, inspired by the principles of fashion sustainability. A reinvention of the iconic Rainbow sandal, the Rainbow Future from Ferragamo Creations is a hand-finished platform in veritable wood, crafted … Read more