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A huge amount of e-waste is produced globally every year, yet only around a quarter of it is collected and recycled properly.  Where does the rest of this e-waste waste go, what harm does it do to people and the environment and what toxic chemicals are involved? In this article we explore the issues of e-waste and what consumers can do about…

We interviewed Fabian Hühne from Fairphone – a social enterprise that proved that ethical products are profitable

Find an eco friendly and sustainable tablet. Ratings for the ethical and environmental record of 20 brands of tablets. This guide looks at the tech industry and the problems like use of conflict minerals, military connections, and workers' rights. 

Buying refurbished or second hand is a good way to help reduce waste generated by the fast upgrade cycle for new products. There are plenty of refurbished tech products on the market, but identifying a functioning device with a decent battery life, sold through a secure site can seem like a surprising struggle. Here we show you how to navigate the…

We explore alternative ethical Christmas gifts, where to shop ethically if buying new, sustainable decoration ideas to give some yuletide sparkle, and much more.

Fish4Ever were highly rated in our former tuna guide. We spoke to them about their business and what makes them sustainable. 

Our magazine has been at the heart of the ethical consumer movement since 1989. Each issue features detailed shopping guides across various sectors, news of ethical issues, products and campaigns, in-depth features, opinion, comment, boycott updates, readers' letters, and much more. An annual subscription for a business, organisation or institution…

Find an ethical and environmental desktop computer. We rate 12 brands of desktop computers to find the most sustainable option. Although many people have shifted to laptops, desktop computers are easier to repair and upgrade parts, which may extend their longevity. 

Reliable and easy to use ethical and eco shopping guides, for more than 100 products and services. Helping you to buy ethically, and avoid unethical products and companies.

Founder Paul Palmer tells us why GreenISP us what it takes to be an Ethical Consumer Best Buy

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.

A list of some UK products that are palm oil free or only use sustainable palm oil, from Ethical Consumer.

Web Developer, Hannah Smith, from Ethical.net tells us how she’s reducing her digital carbon footprint.

Repairing what we already own and buying pre-loved things is one of the best ways we can cut emissions when it comes to our consumption.   Here, we provide a roadmap to action for everything from clothing and technology to bikes and furniture.

How to avoid toothpaste brands that use palm oil Palm oil and palm oil derivatives have become an important component in many toothpaste products. In our shopping guide to toothpaste we rated and ranked 40 toothpaste brands and companies on their palm oil policy.