Why we’re buzzing about World Bee Day
And no, we're not talking about a day dedicated to Beyoncé. But, we're also not opposed to that idea! World Bee Day is an annual awareness day, established in 2018 by the UN, to highlight the role of bees in
Net Zero is NOT Zero
Every day there is a new 'net zero' announcement. The latest tranche includes Shell, whose plan features the continuation of fossil fuel use. If that sounds like a major contradiction, we're with you. So, is this all just greenwashing? What
5G – are we asking the right questions?
While lockdowns were in place around the globe, we relied even more heavily on technology to live our lives. The demand for faster and more reliable internet access, especially as many of us continue to work and learn from home,
Soil – the unsung hero in the fight against the climate crisis?
We all know how invaluable trees, and especially rainforests, are for combating climate breakdown but there is another vital element that gets a lot less attention than it deserves - soil. 95% of the world's food production relies on the
Can celebrities really change the fast fashion industry?
Celebrity "Sustainability Ambassadors" - an emerging trend in the fast-fashion world but activists are not buying it. We take a look at recent announcements by H&M and Primark on their latest attempt to re-brand as ethical businesses. Celebrity Ambassadorship is nothing
How ethical are CBD products? Does chasing green trump being green?
Hailed as a cure for everything from anxiety to asthma, CBD is truly having its moment. Back in 2019, we discussed the how, what and where of CBD products in Asia and have witnessed the industry soar to even loftier
Can music save the planet?
A wave of climate-conscious initiatives has been sweeping the music events space. DJs, pop stars and rock stars alike are driving the mission to make music planet-friendly. With their unique ability to bring people together both physically and emotionally, they
Is your Easter chocolate funding slavery? Investigating the dark side of your favourite treat
An outraged mom attempted to shock the internet earlier this week by revealing how much sugar is in a single Cadbury's Creme Egg. Twitter's hilarious responses were not quite what she was expecting. While you might not be surprised that
Why the new UK Police Bill sets a worrying precedent for social and environmental activism
The recent UK Police bill has been called “draconian” by activists, politicians and campaigners alike and described as a threat to fundamental rights to peaceful protest and an assault on democracy. So, what is going on? Before we get into the
