Sustainable living
Make a difference in 60 minutes with Earth Hour
Turn a symbolic act into action with this year’s Earth Hour. Whether you switch off your lights or spark a conversation, our ideas will help you make a change
Make a difference in 2024
Any time is the right time to take eco-action. But if you’re looking for new-year inspiration our ideas will help you start living a greener life today
Give your home energy use an eco-boost
Discover the forecasting tools that will let you know when you can power your home with renewable energy rather than fossil fuels
Insulate your home: quick fixes and big wins
Draughts and heat loss can cause chilly homes in winter, but there are plenty of ways to keep the warmth inside – better for your budget and for nature!
Fresh ideas to cut food waste
Throwing food away is bad news for your budget and the planet. But there are plenty of tasty ideas to try if you find yourself with unused ingredients
“We’re becoming investors in a better future”
Richard Curtis has made audiences laugh with his films and TV shows, but now he wants us to think seriously about the power of our pensions
Try meat-free twists on your favourite meals
Cutting back on meat in your diet is a great way to reduce your impact on nature. Our 10 veggie alternatives will give you plenty of meat-free inspiration!
Five novel ideas for unwanted books
If your shelves need decluttering, there are plenty of ways to give unwanted books a new home – or even a brand new use
Recycling right – how to prevent plastic pollution
Wherever you live, plastic that gets thrown away can end up on the coast, polluting our seas. Get the lowdown on recycling all sorts of plastic to help keep the ocean clean
“This is a movement that’s gaining momentum”
Model, author and activist Lily Cole found fame as a face of the fashion industry – and now she’s calling for clothing to become more sustainable
Five ways you can take action for the Amazon
From conscious consumption to sparking discussion, discover how you can play a part in safeguarding this irreplaceable ecosystem
Seven tips for water-wise gardening
With summers set to become hotter and drier, it could be hard to look after our green spaces. But our tips will help you save water while keeping your plants happy
Reduce your pet’s carbon pawprint
Pets bring joy to our lives, but they also create a significant carbon footprint. Our tips will help you reduce the impact of your furry, scaly or fishy friends
Unlock the green potential of your pension
While many of us pay into a pension to protect our financial future, choosing a provider that invests in sustainable projects could protect the planet too
Six ways to be a sustainable festival-goer
There’s a festival to suit every taste these days. If you’re heading off for a weekend of al fresco music and fun, make the experience as eco-friendly as possible
Make your garden a hedgehog haven
Hedgehog numbers are falling dramatically in the UK, but you can take a few simple steps to give these prickly mammals a helping hand
Take your pick: become a litter hero
Whether it’s a 10-minute tidy in your street or a big countryside clean-up, litter-picking is practical and positive. And it can be good for you, too!
Inside the People’s Assembly for Nature
Find out what it’s like to be part of the nationwide call for action as we hear from some of the team behind the People’s Plan for Nature
Grow your own wildflowers – wherever you live
Whether you have a garden or a window box, sowing wildflower seeds can provide a vital boost for nature. Get planting today!
New life for old tech
Recycling has long been seen as the solution to pollution, but to really wise up on waste we need to reuse what we already have – particularly when it comes to gadgets and electricals
Eight ways to make nature welcome
The easiest way to support UK nature is to make wildlife feel at home on your doorstep. Whether you’ve got a grand garden or a compact balcony, our tips will help you to help nature
Save water, protect our rivers
In a warming climate, the UK’s rivers and streams are in greater danger of running dry. But we can help to preserve them – just follow our 10 tips to reduce your water use
Get creative with ‘future foods’
Our global food system is reliant on a handful of crops, leaving it vulnerable to climate change and other challenges. But a diverse diet of ‘future foods’ can be good for you and the planet
Five ways to eat well for nature
Start making a difference today! Introduce small changes to your everyday meals and you can help create a better world
10 tips for going green after Christmas
There are plenty of ways to have an eco-friendly celebration, but our tips will help you protect the planet and minimise your festive footprint on Boxing Day and beyond
Choose the right plant-based alternative for you
Reducing our consumption of meat and dairy is a great way to protect nature. But some plant-based foods are better for the planet – and your health – than others. Our tips will help you choose the best options
Which fish should I eat?
Making environmentally responsible seafood choices is a great way to enjoy a healthy diet and help protect our ocean, but where do you start?
10 ways to wise up on waste
From smarter recycling to repairing and reusing what you own, our ideas will help you reduce your rubbish
Six essential pollinators – and how to help them
A wide range of insects are vital for thriving flowers, trees and crops. Gardening expert Kate Bradbury offers a guide to six essential species and the plants you can grow to support them
Make a change, make a difference
From laundry day to meal times, we can build a better world by making small changes to our everyday lives
Plant your own Wildlife-friendly vegetables
Growing your own food is an easy way to do your bit for our world. Wildlife gardener Kate Bradbury reveals how you can encourage wildlife and enjoy delicious, fresh food straight from your garden – whatever its size
10 bright ideas for a green Christmas
Christmas is a time for caring, so here are our top tips for enjoying some planet-friendly festivities
Appetite for destruction
The world’s forests are critical to the survival of our planet. Yet our food choices are driving them towards a tipping point. Find out how, together, we can keep these irreplaceable landscapes alive
