Hong Kong has been heralded as the freest economy in the world, according to the Heritage Foundation’s 2019 Index of Economic Freedom. The city’s special administrative region status has underpinned its reputation as a center of commerce governed by the rule of law, enabling it to play a key role in international trade while serving as…

The growing unilateralism and weaponization of trade policy by President Trump have turned into the most grievous risk for a rules-based international system that ensures fairness, reciprocity and a level playing field for global trade. If this trend continues, trade policy will end up being decided by interest groups with enough access to influence and…

C'mon, you know a Trader Joe's addict or two, don't you? It's sometimes impossible to resist the combination of lower prices and lots of organic and even Fair

Cadbury Dairy Milk Fairtrade: Is the future of Fairtrade with big switches by big companies or increasing access to the pioneer brands? "Cadburys says in the FT today that it's not trying to undermine the pioneering 100% Fairtrade companies such as

A new video from the Ecologist Film Unit shows how baby elephants are being smuggled into Thailand from Burma for tourism.

Chocolate, tea and more goodies partner with Fair Trade USA which expands farming programs and experiences record sales.

Craving the perfect cup of tea on a chilly morning? Here are some companies with ethical business practices worth supporting.

In Japan, celebrating the transient beauty of flowers is a beloved custom when the cherry blossoms spring to life.

This Fair Trade company has new cold-weather footwear for men and women.

Senator Barack Obama proposed on Monday a plan to decrease the United States' dependence on foreign oil―while fighting climate change―by creating an auction system that will require power companies and other polluting industries to pay for their

This stunning temporary pavilion utilizes Hong Kong's time-honored bamboo construction methods in conjunction with cutting-edge computational design.

Built with the help of a village's last remaining bamboo weaver, this computer-designed pavilion was built by hand using local materials.

Children. Alone in the forest. At night.

A new report calls for international collaboration to fight the crime organizations behind the illegal trade in wood and wildlife.

This short film, while focused on the island of Kauai, highlights the challenges and crises we will all have to face on our island planet.

It took three years, but Hōkūle’a made the impressive journey using only ancient Polynesian navigational methods.

The outdoor gear retailer plans to certify 30 percent of its clothes as fair-trade by the end of 2017.

The UK grocery chain has long been a Fairtrade champion, but recently announced it would invent its own 'fairly traded' certification scheme.

The ethical shopping label is facing new competition from companies opting to create their own certification programs.

And a few looks back at themes of the last ten years.

New research identifies the emotions that motivate some people to make ethical choices day after day.

Wikipedia carries a definition of Arabbers which includes this:An arabber (or a-rab) is a

Now you can get your morning coffee fix celebrity-style, thanks to an alliance between Leonardo DiCaprio and LaColumbe coffee -- plus, all proceeds support sustainable initiatives.

We love products that support or revive traditional crafts. Check out, for ex ample, the work of Kallari, fair trade suppliers of traditional Amazonian baskets, which we reported on here. Now we've come across another cool basket supplier, this time

Can we hear them saying, "I told you so!" to the rest of the outdoor gear industry?

Featuring eye-catching geometries, local and non-toxic materials, these unique furniture pieces meld a medley of traditional weaving and woodworking techniques.

Charred wood never looked so good.

And for most debt-weary Americans, shopping is not on that list.

Though shark finning itself had already been banned, transportation and import of shark fins had not been.

British retailers brace for "unbelievably bad" profits this year. Can climate change be blamed?

Martín Azúa's latest rug design is made from esparto soles from the traditional spanish espadrilles. It will be used in Camper's shoe stores.

Cotton is ubiquitous in modern life but the long trail between the fields in which the crop grows and the store at which a finished item is purchased is seldom considered.

A new study explores the social and environmental costs of cotton production, and how Fairtrade certification can mitigate these.

It's great that you're buying Fairtrade coffee and chocolate, but now it's time to apply that standard to your wardrobe.

It's a solid, sustainable choice all around.

In photographer Yao Lu's "View of Waterfall with Rocks and Pines," two men stand underneath the spreading branches of a gnarled pine tree, aiming their cameras off in the distance, where

It is all about the progression through the spaces.

The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is dedicated to the conservation of the wild turkey in the United States and the preservation of our hunting heritage.

Despite recent criticisms, a new report shows that Fairtrade International is doing better work than any of its competitors.

Even as global demand for all-things-coconut increases, coconut production in Asia is stagnating because farmers aren't paid enough to make it worthwhile.

If you like craftsmanship, woodworking, and traditional hand tools, or you just enjoy watching somebody else do all the work, you'll love this short film.

One to keep in you pocket whenever you're faced with someone trying to tell you than putting a price on carbon and promoting energy efficiency will hurt more than they help: Huffington Post reports on the benefits of the Regional Greenhouse Gas

These handy accessories tick all the boxes for ethics and eco-friendliness.

Homestead is a California-based company that sells high-end ethical bedding at reasonable prices.

In Barcelona, buying bulk is part of the city's history -- and visiting one of these historic shops is a unique olfactory experience.

But this doesn't mean we should give up on fair trade certification.

A response to Black Friday and Cyber Monday with the goal of inspiring conscious consumerism.

You don't want to ruin the romance with a gift contaminated by child labour and slavery.

As you spoil mom on Mother's Day, amplify your appreciation by opting for Fairtrade products that will turn the day into something even more meaningful.