Government bends to public opinion with ban on plastic goods

Plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds are to be banned in England from next year to tackle pollution and protect the environment. Environment Secretary Michael Gove confirmed the ban on the supply of the items from April 2020 after a consultation revealed ‘overwhelming’ public support for the move. Catholic environmentalists welcomed it as a “really... Read More

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October 7, 2018

Crunch time for Walkers as use of unrecyclable packets is criticised

Catholic environmentalists have warned Walkers that it’s “crunch time” as they urged the snack food manufacturer to listen to their customers and pack in their unrecyclable crisp packets. Dr Edward Echlin, an eco-theologian and Honorary Fellow at Leeds Trinity University, has encouraged Catholic Universe readers to back calls for the company to switch to recyclable... Read More

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August 2, 2018

Morrisons extends ‘wonky’ range, following praise from Catholic environmentalist

Supermarket Morrisons has extended its range of wonky produce to flowers after the prolonged hot and dry weather stopped some varieties from developing properly. The retailer said it was selling the wonky flowers to help growers and prevent waste, and followed the success of its wonky fruit and vegetable lines. The wonky bouquets might have... Read More

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July 14, 2018

Government told it must do more to combat impact of climate change

Catholic environmentalists have joined calls urging the Government to address climate change, amid warnings over the recent UK heatwave. The Bishop of Salford, John Arnold, Ellen Teague of the the Columban Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation and Dr Edward Echlin, eco-theologian and Honorary Fellow at Leeds Trinity University, have backed calls from charity... Read More

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April 21, 2018

Iceland eco-policy praised as palm oil fight hits high street

A Catholic eco-theologian has praised British supermarket chain Iceland after it pledged to stop using palm oil as an ingredient in its own brand food by the end of 2018, warning that it drives the destruction of rainforests. The company said it is taking the product out of 130 food lines, which will reduce demand... Read More

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October 15, 2017

Car share to save the planet, says theologian

A Catholic eco-theologian has called on the faithful to share transport in an effort to lower air pollution. Dr Edward Echlin, an Honorary Fellow at Leeds Trinity University, pointed out that everyone has responsibilities, under God, for created life on this planet. “Our responsibilities include provision and protection of clean healthy air for humans, animals,... Read More

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