Environment Articles
Investing in destruction: how much does the University of Manchester invest in fossil fuels?
A Freedom of Information request by The Mancunion has revealed that the University invested £9.9m this year in fossil fuel and oil companies
Big businesses pledge to go green in Manchester
Big businesses in Greater Manchester such as Aldi have pledged their intentions to help Manchester become a more sustainable and green city.
Most are willing to change their consumption habits to tackle climate change
Research from the University of Manchester shows the consumers are willing to change their consumption habits to combat climate change.
“Save the bees”
The conversation around bee populations has lost its nuance, and Jacklin Kwan seeks to address that
Capturing more than just Conservative attention
Dr John Broderick speaks to us about the importance of scientists in policymaking, and advocating for environmental policies at a Conservative conference
12 years to prevent climate catastrophe
Leading climate scientists and government figureheads from across the globe have met in South Korea this week to scrutinise a 15-page report advising policymakers on global increases in temperature
Zero greenhouse gases by 2050?
An ambitious report by the Royal Academy of Engineering and Royal Society states that the UK could become carbon-neutral by 2050.
Ljubljana for the budget traveller
Known for being quirky, inexpensive and rich in history, Slovenia’s capital city is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination. Praised for its commitment to improving the environment, Victoria Evans proves the city has much more to offer than cheap pints.
Autumn 2018 food trends our ancestors would be proud of!
Sources suggest that the fermentation/pickling process, buying hyper-local produce to minimise environmental impact, healthy fast food and snacks, and booze-free food and drink are all popular trends during 2018. The trends of fermentation/pickling and buying from the most localised sources indicate a fashionable step into Britain’s agricultural past. What can we, in 2018, learn from […]
Lacoste X Save Our Species
Lacoste join the emerging group of brands seeking to raise awareness of environmental issues
UoM study finds sandwiches have same environmental impact as cars
Research by the University of Manchester finds that national UK sandwich consumption has equivalent carbon footprint of 8 million cars
University of Manchester wins environment award
The University of Manchester has recently been awarded for two projects by a prestigious award
Fast Fashion – A Sustainable Lifestyle?
Sustainability is not often the first thing you think of when it comes to fashion, but that may be about to change