How do we build an alternative economy from the ruins of the financial crisis?

Another Economy is Possible, edited by Manuel Castells (Polity Books, 2017) As the dust began to settle after…

Looking for a job you love? Ethics might hold the answer to a happy working life

The Ethical Careers Guide: How to find the work you love, Paul Allen (New Internationalist, 2017) Readers may…

Meet … Gemma Lacey, co-op communications and sustainability leader

Gemma Lacey is director of sustainability and communications at The Southern Co-operative. She talked to us…

How retailers can connect with their communities by going ‘hyperlocal’

Hyperlocal is a marketing buzzword to remind big brands to connect with their communities – and…

Travel co-ops and the rise of sustainable tourism

Every year, over one billion international tourists pack their bags to go on holiday, creating millions…

Innovative food co-op sees NHS patients growing food at GP surgeries

A food co-operative set up by a GP surgery is helping patients to grow food in Lambeth,…

The Co-operators funded project provides work experience for marginalised Canadians

In St John’s, a city on Newfoundland, Canada, a community café is offering work experience to marginalised people.…

Obituary: Pam Walker, teacher and lifelong co-operator

Pam Walker (1953-2017) was a gifted teacher and a natural co-operator. Her talents came together when…

Book review: How Germany’s energy revolution solves more than just climate change

The first chapter of Energy Democracy is titled ‘Energiewende: The Solution to More Problems than Climate…

Mutuals and member-owned companies make list of most ethical companies

Several mutuals and customer-owned businesses have been placed on a list of the world’s most ethical…

Seed Co-op and Unicorn Grocery make the finals of BBC food and farming awards

Manchester’s Unicorn Grocery worker co-op three finalists in the ‘Best Food Retailer’ category of the BBC’s…

Trump’s budget blueprint sees cuts for co-ops and credit unions

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a $1.15 trillion budget blueprint featuring a $54bn boost in defence spending…