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How to achieve cycling enlightenment

Andreas Kambanis: Overcoming the challenges that stand in the way of cycling happiness will require you develop a new set of senses
Satino Black rolls out green toilet paper

Leo Hickman: Loo roll is among our top five 'eco crimes'. But without a bidet or copies of the Guardian, is there a sustainable option?
Kevin McCloud's top green home tips

Kevin McCloud: As Grand Designs Live opens, TV presenter Kevin McCloud selects 10 products from recycled scourers to insulating blinds
Why don't we hear about toxic household items any more?

Leo Hickman: Parabens, phthalates and other sythentic chemicals are still in use, but these days we do not hear much about them
More ethical and green living

Why I stopped believing in environmentalism and started the Dark Mountain Project

Former deputy editor of the Ecologist, Paul Kingsnorth, explains why he became disillusioned with the parables of environmentalism, so decided to write his own instead
Green groups divided over US climate bill stand off

Campaigners call for urgent effort to save US climate bill, while some insist proposed legislation remains fundamentally flawed
Can the Sahara light up Europe with solar power?

Across the world's sunbelts, concentrated solar power is emerging as a blindingly obvious answer both to global power – and local water – needs. But can it reach the scale required, asks Duncan Graham-Rowe
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Carbon emissions

US total CO2 emissions 1900-2004

The US has made the biggest historical contribution to global warming
Energy

UK energy use in 2005

The US consumes 10 times as much energy

Sea ice loss driving Arctic warming cycle, scientists confirm

Study identifies cycle of ice loss and temperature rise that could see Arctic's icy cover disappear sooner than expected
Cape Wind to become America's first offshore windfarm

Green light for 130-turbine project in Nantucket Sound overcomes nearly a decade of resistance from the Kennedy clan and local environmental opposition
Tesco, Sainsbury's and Ecover products 'lack evidence' for green claims: Which?

Laundry tablets and toilet cleaners among items marketed with exaggerated or unsubstantiated green claims, study finds

Industry must become 'water-smart'

Andy Wales: Any business that relies on water has a responsibility to examine its whole supply chain to find ways of conserving this crucial resource
The main parties are spouting greenwash – we are the real deal

Response: There is only one Green party and in this election we can make a difference, says Darren Johnson
Conservative science policy ticks (nearly) all the right boxes

Martin Robbins is disappointed by the Conservatives' failure to fully endorse an evidence-based drugs policy
Next government has 100 days to move Britain on to low-carbon track

Peter Young: If we want sustainable economic growth and jobs, our financial recovery is doomed to failure if it does not address our environmental deficit
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Divine Milk Chocolate Hearts

Made from luxuriously smooth and creamy Fairtrade chocolate, guaranteed to go down a treat.
Neals Yard Refresh Gift Set

Wonderfully refreshing! This luxurious gift set from Neal's Yard contains Geranium & Orange Shower Gel and Body Lotion. £9.95.
Fair Trade Wool Applique Bag

This charming flower design handbag has room for all your essentials. On offer for just £14.00
Komodo 'Trees' T-Shirt

Made from 100% organic cotton jersey and features the words "Trees… help you breathe more easily'. Now just £10.00
Vienna Black Aluminium Casserole

From the new range of cookware from 'Green Pan'. Sustainably produced, and without any toxic substances. £69.95.
Love in a Box

This box from 'Grobox' contains some glorious red flowers, ready to be planted. A gift that lasts forever! Just £7.50.
Bird Friendly Hamper

Tasty treats for our feathered friends, plus some wool for nesting and a snug nest pocket, all presented in a FSC certified timber box.
OWL, the Wireless Electricity Monitor

Tells you the amount of electricity you are using in terms of both power and cost.
Heat sensitive CO2 Mug

The colours change to reveal the world's most severe carbon footprint offenders!
Roberts Revival DAB Radio

1950s style retro radio with advanced DAB features and 120 Hours Battery Life

From lungless frogs to northern quolls, here is this week's pick of images from the natural world

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Ecomotion

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walkit.com

The UK's urban walking route planner that helps you get around town on foot. Find out your journey time, calorie burn, step count and carbon saving