A way to consume more consciously, not just at Christmas, but throughout the year? Take Christmas: we’ve published a lot of gift guides, from gifts for mums, cyclists and teenagers to analogue presents that get scrolling loved ones off their screens, and gifts from ethical brands and retailers that support charities and communities. And we’ve offered ideas on how to reduce waste this Christmas, from investing in reusable crackers to making the most of your leftovers. And to encourage more thoughtful purchases so that our readers will, ultimately, consume less. We’ll put more products through their paces and help you find the most sustainable, repairable and even refurbished choices.

Source: The Guardian December 27, 2025 11:21 UTC