Is being vegan the most ethical way to live?

Reducing meat consumption is important, but going vegan may not solve all our problems…

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

Is wearing fur morally worse than wearing leather?

Both industries have questionable ethics – and even faux alternatives aren’t necessarily green, says Lucy Siegle

Should I worry about cheap cashmere?

Just about every clothing supplier out there is offering deals on cashmere, including the cheap ones. Should I be concerned?

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

How ethical is shipping goods by sea?

Greenhouse gases from shipping are set to rise – but it’s still better than flying goods out

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

How can we stop the persecution of birds of prey?

It’s time for us to get tough on wildlife crime

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

Is it ok to buy non-ethically certified coffee from a small independent?

If I no longer buy my Fairtrade coffee from a multinational chain. Instead, I’ve switched to a tiny independent. The coffee tastes great, but isn’t ethically certified. Is it better or worse?

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk