The political and economic changes taking place in Central and Eastern Europe since the collapse of the Soviet Union have touched practically every walk of life for people living in the region, and one of the most radical changes involves how food is grown, procured, distributed and sold. Despite the fact that the Western ‘supermarket model’ has spread quickly throughout CEE, intensifying global food shortages and recently leaked concerns that biofuels production is to blame for sharply escalating food prices should be clear signals that existing models related to food production, distribution and consumption are seriously—even fatally—flawed.

One doesn’t necessarily need to invoke the Amazon rain forest to make people concerned about the environment, or to mobilise them into protective action. Sometimes it’s enough to point to something closer to home. Poland provides one such example.

Innovative green architecture is a key toward building a sustainable future; while initial costs can be high, green buildings are proving to save money and energy over the long term.

Interview with Timo Makela, Director of Sustainable Development and Integration at DG Environment of the European Commission.

Ignoring the consequences of increased consumption has had some ugly and messy consequences in Bulgaria.

Southwest Georgian port city, Batumi is regaining its sea side resort status.

Lithuanian environmentalists and the difficulties they face.