Magazine
Guides to the alternatives, and essays on living with less harm. Guides show when we last checked them; essays are dated when they were written.
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Digital Tools, Democracy, and Activism
It’s becoming ever clearer that democracy as we know it is more fragile than many in the west ever appreciated. Unchecked populism appears to be on the rise,…
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How to Have a Local Sustainable Holiday
A ‘staycation‘ could be the perfect way to enjoy a holiday without it (literally or metaphorically) costing the earth. Take a leaf out of Greta Thunberg‘s book by…
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Food Waste Causes Climate Change. Here’s How We Stop It.
Curries. Burgers. Sushi. Pizzas. Tortillas. As a species, food is central not only to our survival but also to our cultures. We love food. But as much as…
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The Slavery Supported by That Device in Your Pocket
When I look at my phone I think about slavery. I think about modern-day slavery, perpetuated by the wealth and power that historic slavery facilitated. I think about…
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How Tech Companies Have Responded to Covid-19
Most big tech companies have reacted well to Covid-19 – or at least that’s how it appears from the outside. In March 2020, giants including Apple and Facebook…
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Sustainable Weddings: How to Go Green on Your Big Day
The bride may be wearing white – but how to make sure everything else is green on your big day? Planning a sustainable wedding allows you to enjoy…
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The World after Covid: What Should Change?
Just over three months ago, we went to our offices, schools, and universities, and potentially saw hundreds of people every day. Today, as we sit in our homes,…
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Biodiversity is Collapsing Worldwide. Here’s Why.
It’s the beginning of summertime high in the alpine meadows of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, and colourful displays of native wildflowers are just starting to bloom. But if…
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Ethical Job Sites for Freelancers
I write words. For money. Being a freelancer can often be as simple as that, but where to look for gainful employment, and is it worth checking out…
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Right Livelihood: How to Make Sustainable Money from Home
Our world is in flux, and many of us may be finding it difficult to adjust. Change can be terrifying – but in these difficult times, we need…