Facts about fracking – the controversial technique for extracting shale gas. Plus, why fracking is bad – including risks to public health and the climate.

From community celebrations to eco-friendly Christmas gifts that are good for the planet, our top tips should bring plenty of festive joy to the holiday season.

The UK wastes more than 10 billion tonnes of food every year – most of it unnecessarily. Bread is the UK's most wasted food, and 32% of what we bin is perfectly good to eat. From bread puddings to breadcrumbs, discover 40 ways to waste less bread (and do your bit to help the planet).

Researchers identify new onshore wind and solar sites that utilise less than 3% of land

Damning new report from Sir Michael Marmot's Institute of Health Equity lays bare the dire state of Britain's homes

From fireworks to dinner parties and birthdays to picnics, here's how to throw the best eco-friendly parties and avoid a trail of plastic waste.