Trees

How to ease off the rampant consumerism – and save the planet's natural resources – without being a Scrooge at Christmas. Our 21 cockle-warming tips for a greener festive season.

To mark the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Anike Bello spoke to Friends of the Earth Germany to find out how this symbol of tension and division has transformed into a beacon of growth and hope.

From "forest baths" to Forest Schools, the impact of nature on our wellbeing is increasingly documented. But for some, nature is an alien environment. To mark Black History Month, nature-based psychotherapist Beth Collier reflects on the importance of opening up nature for everyone. This article is derived from a speech given by Beth at the Garden Museum, London in Summer 2019.

Learn how to protect your local trees with our guide to Tree Preservation Orders.

Reports of increased fires in the Amazon rainforest prompt calls for world leaders to condemn the Brazilian government and reconsider trade deals.

“Having more trees in our towns and cities will lower temperatures, provide shade and absorb carbon emissions to help avert climate breakdown in the first place."

We asked you to share your best ideas for doubling tree cover in the UK. These are our 5 favourite suggestions.

Alongside throwing out emissions disasters like airport expansion and fracking it’s crucial that the next government supports plans to double tree cover in the UK