Laura Laker

In order to reduce the flow rate of urban rainfall - and clear the often polluted water from buildings and streets - cities must learn to mimic the natural 'bioretention' properties of undeveloped land, says Laura Laker

Groups such as Dot Dot Dot and the Squash Campaign are pushing for workable solutions to the UK's housing crisis, but they are up against an anti-squatter media backlash. Laura Laker reports

Arcola theatre has made its name with cutting-edge artistic productions while insisting its carbon footprint be as low as possible

Cutting the car out of the school run has health, social and environmental benefits for pupils, parents and teachers. Here's our guide to making it happen...

A pioneering social marketing project in Richmond and Ham is using neighbourhood networks to improve energy efficiency in the borough

A hypermarket victory in Hackney demonstrates how local groups can help protect community shops...

WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) is not just a cheap way to see the world - it's a hands-on way to learn new skills of sustainable living

To keep prices down, Laura shops around and gives food co-ops a whirl...

Laura Laker discovers the joys of farmers' markets, the convenience of vegboxes, and the horror of plans for a nearby Tesco Metro that will threaten her local corner shop

No-one enjoys supermarket shopping. But kicking the habit requires conviction, as Laura Laker reveals in the first of a new series...

Don't get stumped by the name: permaculture is a simple, vital tool for food growers and gardeners alike

Armed with just a good idea and big dose of enthusiasm you can transform a bleak area into a mini orchard. Plus, the best way to approach a station manager...