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Mauritius

Mauritius arrests captain of ship that spilled over 1,000 tons of oil

The MV Wakashio was meant to stay 16 kilometres from the coast but it was less than 2 kilometres from the shore when it sank.

Mauritius

Work underway to remove Japanese oil spill ship in Mauritius

Tug boats will pull the bow — the smaller part of the shipwrecked MV Wakashio — out to sea and allow it to sink.

Green News

Disposable masks pose a real environmental threat

An increasing number of eco-friendly PPEs are available made from materials such as fishing net and wood pulp.

Green News

Earthquake scientists have found a surprise benefit of lockdown

What can the vibrations of the earth's crust teach us about the environment?

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Living

Digital fashion may be the answer to saving the planet

Ever wanted a new outfit for a specific photo? The new digital fashion movement is exactly what you need.

Green News

How much plastic do you actually throw away every year?

Even if you've ditched plastic bottles and straws, you might be surprised to see your full plastic problem.

Living

A tank for a plantpot? The French designer reimagining our vehicles

Nicolas Abdelkader's series is called "The Urgency to Slow Down" and considers how vehicles could be greener.

Russia

Russian mining company Nornickel admits new pollution in Arctic Tundra

Nornickel has opened an investigation after suspending the employees responsible.

Living

Designer makes eco-burial clothes which form part of the earth

A designer has created a series of biodegradable burial garments to make funerals more eco-friendly.

Green News

Plastic rains from the sky in some remote parts of the US

Plastic pollution in the atmosphere is now being found outside of urban areas.

Green News

Is planting trees the answer to offsetting our Netflix addiction?

A new subscription service uses trees to offset users' carbon emissions caused by their streaming habits.

Living

Why destroying the planet is bad for human health

Our health and the health of the planet are more closely linked than you might think.

Destinations

Italy's pristine beaches to see tourists return with electronic tags

Interesting new measures could be implemented to limit visitor numbers this summer.

Living

Experts call for 'total abandonment' of fast-fashion

Things need to change drastically to stop the industry's damaging impact on the planet.

World

Pollution levels drop as COVID-19 lockdown continues

Worldwide levels of pollution are dropping in the wake of the economic lockdown aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19

Living

We Recommend | Alison's Adventures: Your Passport to the World

Follow Alison Teal as she details her unbelievable life story helping to protect the earth’s greatest treasure.

Living

What is the true environmental impact of the meat you eat?

Knowing the environmental impact your dietary choices could encourage you to cut down on animal products.

Green News

Is your reusable tote worse for the environment than a plastic bag?

Just how many times do you have to use a 'bag for life' to make it worth it.

Italy

All roads lead to Rome - and so does all traffic

All roads lead to Rome - and so does all traffic

Malaysia

Malaysia returns waste to Europe: 'we're not world's rubbish dump'

Shipments of unwanted rubbish have been rerouted since China banned the import of plastic waste in 2018, but Malaysia and others are fighting back.