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Can I buy wrapping paper and be green?

We should take the wrap when it comes to ecologically sound gift presentation
Philipp Kauffmann's innovation: rainforest-sourced chocolate

The head of Original Beans advocates "replenishing while we consume"

Sloppy seed-sorting main culprit in GM crop escapes

Careless handling of seeds may be the reason for unintended spread of genetically modified crops, study finds
Energy bills to rise £500 due to low-carbon plans – or more likely not

Telegraph story on UK government's proposed energy market reforms uses outdated report to scare consumers

The ultimate climate change FAQ – and we're off

Hundreds of you have suggested questions for our climate FAQ, and the first answers are already starting to appear

Bestselling green books of the decade: part two

Enduring classics, green living and climate sceptics feature in the top 10 green books sold by Amazon UK this year

Cold weather cycling: how can you stop your toes from freezing?

Damian Carrington: Along with black ice and blizzards, cold toes are a surprisingly uncomfortable hazard of winter cycling. What's the solution?

Food

Meat consumption per capita in Denmark in 2002

Although the US is a huge consumer of meat, Danes individually eat more
Energy

UK energy use in 2005

The US consumes 10 times as much energy

Genetic breakthrough in fight against honeybee killer

Scientists have developed a chemical-free technique that could make the deadly varroa mite self-destruct
Beat winter blues with birdsong, National Trust urges

Birdsong can conquer the gloom of shorter winter days, says the trust as it launches an online audio guide to Britain's best-loved species
- Listen to the National Trust audio guide to Britain's bird species
Britain's new generation of green power plants 'are caught in planning delays'

CBI and unions call on government to clear logjams delaying 37 major energy schemes that could create up to 50,000 construction jobs

Why Bolivia stood alone in opposing the Cancún climate agreement

Pablo Solon: We were accused of being obstructionist, obstinate and unrealistic. But we feel an enormous obligation to set aside diplomacy and tell the truth
That snow outside is what global warming looks like

George Monbiot: Unusually cold winters may make you think scientists have got it all wrong. But the data reveal a chilling truth
WikiLeaks cables: the Dalai Lama is right to put climate change first

Isabel Hilton: For Tibet, climate change is a far more urgent issue than independence from China – its very survival is at stake
BP and Eric Holder's Deepwater suit

Kate Sheppard: BP's complex corporate structure means any damages have to be weighed against the risk of bankrupting its Gulf subsidiary
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On Tim Yeo saying Europe could work with China on green technology

If the EU was to combine its economic clout with China's jumbo carbon footprint and work together, the two groups could set the lead

Felt snowmen

Four hand crafted felt snowmen Christmas decorations that you'll look forward to seeing year after year. £5.95
Reusable tea lovers cup

Stylish and elegant, this double walled porcelain cup can be reused again and again. £10.95.
Woodcraft kit rhinoceros

Enjoy crafting your own intricate animal model with this FSC certified wooden craft kit. £5.50.
Recycled tyre bag

This original messenger bag has been entirely crafted from recycled tyres. £39.95.
Union Jack wooden coaster set

A set of four wooden coasters in a box with a distressed finish for an antique look. £12.95.
Wattson home energy meter

Sleek, chic and very stylish, the Wattson SilverLining is taking the energy monitor world by storm. £129.95.
Mayan Magic chocolate making kit

It's the chocolate lovers' dream: Make your very own chocolate, exactly how you like it. £14.95.
Santa Claus hand squeeze torch

A cute eco-friendly gadget for Christmas. No batteries needed, and great as a nightlight, too. £4.95.
Banana storage bag

Keep your bananas fresh and in style with this attractively designed banana storage bag. £4.50.
Kyoto aluminium fry pan

The 24cm pan uses Thermolon™ technology, a superb alternative to traditional non-stick cookware £29.95.

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