The wonders of habitats like the rainforest and the wealth of species they contain have been transported to our homes by TV series such as Planet Earth. But they’re being exploited to fuel global demand for everyday products. Find out about some of the most at-risk habitats and how the UK is contributing to their destruction.
It’s not always easy to work out whether our favourite brands’ green credentials are up to scratch. With companies falling over themselves to promote their eco-friendly products, learn how you can cut through the noise and become an informed, conscious consumer.
How much space is there for nature in the UK? How do we use the land? Look at it from the air and you find some surprising answers, says Dan Raven-Ellison.
Northern Ireland’s countryside is at crisis point. Over 90% of our protected sites are dangerously polluted. Our rivers and lakes are in sorry state too. Most of this pollution comes from agriculture.
Published: 21 May 2018
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Sandra Bell
The government is writing a new policy for agriculture after Brexit. This is our opportunity to make sure pesticide reduction is at the heart of UK farming.
There's enough food in the world for everyone – but to stop people going hungry we need changes in politics, farming and lifestyles: Friends of the Earth's position.
