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Are we simply swapping plastic for PFAS?
Dr Kerry Dinsmore of environmental charity Fidra explains how chemicals of concern, PFAS, risk undermining the environmental benefits of many so called ‘sustainable’ packaging alternatives, and why almost 12,000 people have joined together to ask UK supermarkets to take action to remove harmful forever…
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The Southern Co-operative has drawn criticism from civil rights groups Big Brother Watch and Privacy International following revelations that the supermarket chain has been using live facial recognition technology in its stores.
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As part of our new campaign, we are encouraging consumers to contact big tech companies and asking them to publicly justify continued use of tax avoidance schemes in economies severely impacted by the current pandemic.
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A seasonal worker is suing the Spanish government for confining him to a makeshift home without water or basic supplies during the coronavirus pandemic.
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The global pandemic has seen a groundswell of ordinary people devoting their time to help others put at risk by the virus or the resulting lockdown. Unfortunately, many UK clothing companies do not appear to be joining in with this new sense of solidarity.
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Inadequate working conditions are a persistent issue in the IT supply chain. The vast majority of manufacturing takes place in countries with fewer protections for workers.
In this article we look at typical working conditions, particularly in China, and the use of potentially forced labour.
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An estimated £7bn is lost to the UK public purse each year as a result of corporate profits being shifted to tax havens. Alex Crumbie asks what role clothing companies might play in this.
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Ahead of Fair Tax Week 2019 Martin McEwen, Head of Tax at SSE, tells Tim Hunt why paying tax should be top of the agenda for all companies.
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Alex Crumbie investigates the death of birds in relation to the harvesting of olives with vacuum machines. He also gives advice on what consumers should do to avoid funding this method.
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Clare Carlile looks at the reasons behind the slow down revealed in our 2018 Ethical Consumer Markets Report.
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The Lush Spring Prize comprises of a biennial £200,000+ prize fund and other support activities, to build capacity for those repairing the earth’s damaged systems.
It is for groups, organisations, enterprises or networks that are working to revive damaged social and natural environments, and who want to share what they are doing to inspire and…
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Reducing your carbon footprint and your household energy bills is easy with a few quick steps.
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We interviewed Fabian Hühne from Fairphone – a social enterprise that proved that ethical products are profitable
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Food production accounts for over a third of all greenhouse gas emissions globally.
In this article, we look at where the emissions come from, highlight the biggest culprits and ask what consumers can do to make change.
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UK energy bills have almost doubled in 2022, fuelled by rising gas prices and our over dependence on fossil fuels.
With the need to transition to renewable energy clear, how do green energy suppliers fare? Should you switch to a green tariff now? And what green steps can consumers take to lower energy bills?
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A summary of the in-depth Ethical Consumer report into the National Farmers' Union, the English agribusiness lobby group.
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Looking for an ethical and sustainable chocolate brand?
This guide rates and ranks 31 chocolate brands, with our unique Best Buy recommendations and the brands to avoid.
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Looking for ethical alternatives to Spotify, Amazon, and YouTube?
Our guide rates and ranks 13 music streaming services and digital music download platforms, offering Best Buys advice, recommended brands, and brands to avoid. Discover the best options for ethical music consumption.
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Libraries of Things are popping up all over the UK. This page gives a brief outline of what a library of things is and how they work.
Plus look for a library of things near you, using our directory and map of all the (known) Libraries of Things around the UK - now over 100!
We've also included a section on Repair Cafe directories too.
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Finding ethical and eco friendly cat food. Ethical and sustainability ratings for 29 brands of cat food, with recommended buys and what to avoid.
In this guide we look at what goes into cat food and rate the major cat food brands like Sheba and Whiskers, along with Nestle who owns Purina and Lily's Kitchen, plus smaller eco friendly brands, some of…