Living the green

When you pull at the threads of clothing ‘take-back’ schemes, all may not be as it seems. We explore what happens when textiles reach the end of their life, and the environmental consequences of their disposal

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas; Soon the bells will start, And the thing that will make them ring, Is the carol that you sing, Right within your heart IT is a song we have loved for decad

Once again, we’re starting a new year in a climate crisis. Headlines shout every day about rising temperatures, deforestation and extinction. It can be easy to get discouraged – but the antidote to cl

STUCK for ideas for your festive present list? Looking for some seasonal home décor inspiration? Is your purse feeling the strain of the season? High street charity shops offer a solution to these pro

Wendy Graham explains sustainable ways to keep food fresh. FREEZER bags are undeniably useful at reducing the food that we waste, but the mountains of plastic they create are far less convenient for t

Q I’ve got a big night out planned and I’d love a new outfit. How can I do it for less? A The ideal situation would be having a friend the same size as you with a stylish wardrobe you could borrow fro