A referendum in Bavaria around farming practices has had record turnouts at the polls. Driven by growing environmental concerns, specifically wildlife conservation, concerned Bavarians have backed up their beliefs by exercising their right to vote – something they expect brands to do, too.

The demise of bee colonies around the world has sparked fears about how humans will survive without these invaluable insect pollinators. In Germany, amateur apiarists, start-ups, researchers, and farmers are banding together via online platforms to help hives thrive in spite of climate change.

As people wake up to the impact of their everyday decisions on the environment, they’re looking for alternative ways to enjoy their favourite leisure pursuits. It’s why many Europeans are embracing ‘slow travel’, swapping instant gratification for eco-friendly and experience-led trips on trains.

A package-free sustainable grocery store owner has won the 2018-19 Berlin Entrepreneur of The Year. 'Original Unverpackt', which launched in 2014, has been credited for helping regular Germans reduce their carbon footprint by buying food and drink that is totally package free.