In the time before endless scrolling on social media, and the constant new ‘must have’, from a global fast-fashion giant, Dr Seuss’ The Lorax warned us of overconsumption and the […]
Wisdom, Wildlife and Power: Understanding Anthropocentrism
Anthropocentrism, a concept rooted in environmental ethics, is the belief that humans and their existence is the most important fact in the universe.
Do we need spiritual dimensions to build sustainable futures?
The Academy for Sustainable Futures is partnering with The UK Consortium on Sustainability Research (UK-CSR) to bring about a Symposium that focuses on the contributions that spirituality and religion may make […]
Love Is Blind… But Even It Can See the Space Trash
Ah, space. The final frontier. The home of stars, galaxies, and apparently… a ridiculous amount of human rubbish. While we’re down here trying to save the turtles and sort our […]
Lettuce Talk DNA: how CRISPR is sprouting a Sustainable Future
Let’s be real: when most people hear the word DNA, their minds either flash back to secondary school biology or jump straight to crime documentaries. But today, we’re flipping the […]
Allergy Awareness Week 2025: Know the Signs, Save a Life
Allergies come in all shapes and sizes – well, more accurately, all types and severities. From food, to animals, to medication, allergies and intolerances are something that affect an estimated […]
What the Croc? The story behind the popular footwear brand and sustainability
The once unusual footwear brand Crocs has entered the forefront of fashion to now be a staple for many. From once being uncool and something just for children, the shoe […]
My pain is not your power – understanding the Gender Pain Gap
Gender inequality is not a new issue, in fact it is something that has been around for longer than many may realise. Research suggests that male superiority over women started […]
Lost in the Woods? Maybe That’s Exactly What You Need
Forests aren’t just a collection of trees—they’re living, breathing ecosystems that support 80% of the world’s terrestrial species, regulate our climate, and provide the very oxygen we breathe. But despite […]