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How shopping sustainably could save our planet

How shopping sustainably could save our planet

Fashion is the second most damaging industry in the world. Amelia Dunn explores fast fashion, and offers some sustainable alternatives.
Want Not Waste: The SU’s eco-venture

Want Not Waste: The SU’s eco-venture

Save money for yourself and save the planet with Want Not Waste, the new zero-waste store in the SU
Senate introduces Postgrad Exec Officer

Senate introduces Postgrad Exec Officer

The SU’s decision making body was overshadowed by low student attendance
A loveletter to Matthew Williams’ ALYX

A loveletter to Matthew Williams’ ALYX

“ALYX’s vision goes beyond the surface, being a brand that wishes to influence a much wider contemporary culture, rather than just idly producing clothing.”
The genius behind Sainsbury’s revolutionary new food product

The genius behind Sainsbury’s revolutionary new food product

This week, Sainsbury’s puts ‘barbecue flavoured crickets’ on their shelves across Manchester. Could insects be the answer for our environmental issues?
Most are willing to change their consumption habits to tackle climate change

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.
Falling out of favour with fast fashion

Falling out of favour with fast fashion

Students often rely on fast fashion companies for stylish and affordable clothes, but more environmentally friendly solutions are available.
In conversation with: People and Planet

In conversation with: People and Planet

Chloe Hatton sat down to chat with Sophie Marriott about all things environment
UoM has not joined EAUC initiative to reduce carbon emissions

UoM has not joined EAUC initiative to reduce carbon emissions

Vice-Chancellors of five UK institutions have pledged to work with the Government to reduce carbon emissions
Charity shopping: the guilt free way to shop

Charity shopping: the guilt free way to shop

Inspired by this week’s focus on sustainability, Freya Poppy Wild took some time to remind myself of the joys of second hand shopping
Sephora’s “Witch Kit” appears to be a curse to minority groups

Sephora’s “Witch Kit” appears to be a curse to minority groups

Some Native Americans and allies have used the debate to address the need for social change in the fashion and beauty industries.
The trend of sustainability in S/S 2018 collections

The trend of sustainability in S/S 2018 collections

Sustainability and fashion is an interesting pair. In an industry that is defined by constant change, how can it be sustainable?
Lacoste X Save Our Species

Lacoste X Save Our Species

Lacoste join the emerging group of brands seeking to raise awareness of environmental issues
Manchester council plans to build ‘Tower of Light’

Manchester council plans to build ‘Tower of Light’

The tower will be part of the £18 million Manchester Civic Quarter Heat Network project, aimed to be environmentally friendly energy solution for the city centre

University of Manchester wins environment award

The University of Manchester has recently been awarded for two projects by a prestigious award

Man Met rank number one green university in UK

People & Planet University League sees Manchester Metropolitan University ranked first in sustainability practices

University launches interactive tree trail

“People have a very personal relationship with the trees that they see each day” said Urban Green Managing Director as University launches tree trail

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

Recycling Rapture

Blondie wows on catwalk in London, in aid of environment

Manchester second most entrepreneurial UK city

Mayor Andy Burnham tells The Mancunion that Manchester “doesn’t like being second-best at anything”