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The Cotton Conundrum: The True Farm-to-Closet Footprint of Our Favourite Fabric

Dubbed the ‘world’s dirtiest agricultural commodity’, approximately half of all textiles are made from cotton, but the production of this fashion and homeware staple has serious consequences for the planet

by Charlotte Ward

Chhouk The Elephant Trapped in Poaching Snare Receives Prosthetic Foot and Walks Again

The Cambodia-UK rehabilitation project looking after Chhouk have called the prosthetic ‘amazing’

by Anthea Ayache

Beat Plastic Pollution: 10 Easy Ways To Reduce Single Use Plastic at Home

This World Environment Day is all about #BeatPlasticPollution so follow our easy, creative tips to reducing and reusing single use plastics in your home and help be the change

by Michelle Kuehn

The Top 5 Incredible Nature Movies To Watch Now

From an elephant queen to an octopus teacher, rival chimps and the fight to grow crops, these are the must-see wildlife and nature movies that will change your life – as well as your summer

by Hayley Doyle

The Heat Is On: Why The Next El Niño Could Make This The Hottest Year Ever

Global warming is exacerbating the effects of the climate-changing El Niño phenomenon which, when it arrives later this year, will make the world hotter and the UAE wetter

by Nick Harding

Beauty Giant Elizabeth Arden Launches Clean, Vegan Range

The new White Tea Skin Solutions from Elizabeth Arden will be available available in UAE Debenhams stores and online

by Anthea Ayache

How Flexitarians Can Save The World

Going meat free just once a week and eating more plant-based foods – and even seafood – can help tackle the climate crisis says environmental journalist and author Anna Turns

by Anna Turns

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr: Escape The Summer Heat at One of Abu Dhabi’s Most Sustainable Hotels

Ideally situated for exploring the cultural wonders, lush nature and world-renowned museums of the UAE capital, Fairmont Bab al Bahr offers a special and unique brand of laid-back ethical luxury

by Harriet Shephard

A Smashing Way To Recycle This World Environment Day

In celebration of World Environment Day, head down to The Smash Room in Al Qouz to donate all your unwanted tech and get a gift voucher back!

by Anthea Ayache

Plant-Based Milks And Their Carbon Footprint. How Does Your Favourite Rank?

From oat to coconut, this World Milk Day we look at which plant-based milks fare best when it comes to protecting the planet

by Amy Mathieson