Campaigners find PFAS, which can contaminate the soil and water supply, in more than 80% of 27 companies’ products Hikers may be inadvertently damaging the environment and risking their own health by wearing clothes made waterproof with “forever chemicals”, according to research by Ethical Consumer.The campaigning magazine examined 27 companies that...

Laxey Bay, Isle of Man: This protected marine area is doing better than most, but there remains one rather foul problem to addressOn the east coast of the Isle of Man there exists an extraordinary little bay that supports a wealth of wildlife. Today, flowering thrift bobs among the breeding gulls and a gannet plunges in the bay, gathering food for a...

Juneau agrees deal with industry body to curtail visits but critics say it does not go far enough to protect quality of lifeAlaska’s capital city is to limit the numbers of cruise ship passengers arriving at the port amid concerns over tourism’s growing impact, but a leading critic of the industry has said further measures to protect Alaskans’ quality...

Representative from Europe’s biggest economy and key player in global climate talks says deep emissions cuts by 2030 ‘essential’ to limit climate heating to 1.5CGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastGermany’s climate envoy has dismissed claims the Paris agreement is only about reaching net zero emissions by 2050, warning...

Stay cosy, save money and reduce your carbon footprint with these easy DIY, landlord-friendly optionsChange by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprintGot a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.comAnyone who has rented a home...

Campaigners say next government must reduce use and toxicity of pesticides before it is too lateThe UK’s insect populations are declining at alarming rates and the next government must put in place plans to monitor and reduce the use and toxicity of pesticides before it is too late, wildlife experts say.In recent years, concerns have been raised over...