In his keynote presentation, Professor Mark Miodownik deliberates on the perils of consumerism, how we might manage to bring it to a sustainable future, and its obsolescence

The Mancunion chats with installation artist Jo Lathwood, about her new exhibition Making Up, a thought-provoking piece exploring journeys, materials and the environment at Salford Quay’s The Lowry

Artist and curator, Jessica El Mal talks about sustainability, collaboration and her curatorial work with A.MAL Projects

The highly anticipated Vegan Christmas Festival makes its way to Manchester this November, and will be home to a variety of vendors and talks about sustainability

The Mancunion shares its tips and tricks for shopping sustainably as a student

Less than two weeks after Gucci announced their newest creative director, Lacoste has revealed their new creative design director for the brand! But what does this mean in the world of fashion?

Praised by the lactose intolerant and climate conscious alike, oat milk has been the favourite milk substitute for a long time. With its creamy texture, natural sweet taste, and ability to make a latte even more delicious, is it too good to be true?

Reminisce your crunchy childhood by filling your evenings with arts and crafts at Fallowfield’s latest bar: HandleBar. From Drink & Doodle, life drawing to pottery with Dave, you’ll become an artist in no time

In an attempt to improve sustainability in the fashion industry, the EU is cutting back on fashion shows. But how worthwhile is this? And who will it affect the most?

Being sustainable as a student doesn’t have to break the bank – here are five ways that you can be a greener student in Manchester

An insight into the creative history of concert merchandise and how current artists are exploiting their fans through the sale of fast fashion with a lacks of creativeness

Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has praised the signing of a historic multi-city green deal

Want Not Waste, Manchester’s first student-run, plastic-free shop and wider project, celebrates three years of positive change on campus.

Deputy Fashion Editor Zahra shares her top tips on how to spot and avoid greenwashing so you can live your best sustainable consumer life.

A conversation with The Kindling Trust, a Manchester based organisation that seeks to subvert our food system for the good of people and the planet.

From Mitigation, to Adaption, Finance to Collaboration – what’s on at the Manchester Festival of Climate Action?

Rhiannon Ingle explores Manchester’s “Rummage in the Range” car boot sale and the community effort that surrounds it

Have you ever thought about period underwear but felt too afraid to try it? Don’t worry, we did it for you

Beauty Editor Alex Bikard interviews vegan blogger Jenny Marie on her thoughts about sustainability and plus-size fashion