Resources

We’re part of a coalition campaigning for a new UK Business, Human Rights and Environment Act. But why do we need it and what impact would it have?

We’re taking action to demand that the multinational company Unilever severs ties with Indonesian palm oil giant Astra Agro Lestari, unless it makes amends to local communities. We’ve spoken out and Unilever is listening.

UK imports are driving deforestation in Malaysia at the expense of local people and rainforests. Find out why we need a new law to hold businesses to account.

The wonders of habitats like the rainforest and the wealth of species they contain have been transported to our homes by TV series such as Planet Earth. But they’re being exploited to fuel global demand for everyday products. Find out about some of the most at-risk habitats and how the UK is contributing to their destruction.

It’s not always easy to work out whether our favourite brands’ green credentials are up to scratch. With companies falling over themselves to promote their eco-friendly products, learn how you can cut through the noise and make informed, conscious choices.

Kamran Shezad, sustainability lead for the Bahu Trust and climate change advisor to the Mosques & Imams National Advisory Board, offers some inspiring ideas for an environmentally-friendly Ramadan.

Before you buy a brand-new wooden product, think if it's possible to repair what you have – or at least buy items made from reconditioned or recycled wood.

From the pollution produced by landfills to the devastating effects of plastic in our oceans, we urgently need to stem the flow of rubbish pouring into our environment. Here's a reminder of why recycling is such a good thing – for you and the planet.

An alphabetical list of helpful links on wood use and tree protection – from campaigns to recycling and sustainable building.

If you can't find reused or recycled wood for your woodworking projects, the next best environmental choice is local FSC-certified timber.