Sustainable living

More focus needed on waste reduction

As part of polling commissioned by Friends of the Earth in partnership with City to Sea, 81% of Brits revealed they want refillable products to be a top government priority for ending the plastic pollution crisis.

Plastic bags “just a tiny drop in a heavily polluted ocean”, says Friends of the Earth

From Blue Planet to Seaspiracy, it's clear our oceans are in trouble. We explore the threats they face and what we can do about them.

More must also be done Ministers must do far more to reduce the amount of waste produced in the first place

Consultation on Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers expected imminently

This isn't the action of a government wanting to show environmental leadership, says Friends of the Earth

Businesses, MPs, faith leaders, academics and campaigners write to Boris Johnson

Friends of the Earth has put together a list of the lifestyle changes that will have a positive impact on caring for the environment – all of which you can make without having to leave the house.

Kale Yeah! provides information and tools to help caterers serve up menus with less and better meat, fish and dairy and more veg, pulses and beans