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Lana

Lana O'Sullivan

Lana is a full-time writer and editor at Utopia, originally from Cambridge, the UK. After studying English Literature and Language between the University of Sussex and UC Berkeley, she has spent time as a freelance writer, content manager, and tour guide across Asia and the Middle East, picking up prestigious accolades along the way. She now lives in Berlin, where she enjoys cycling, cooking food from her travels, and the city's wonderful electronic music scene.


climate targets

Are Any of Our Climate Targets Still Achievable?

Understanding our climate targets is a vital first step to meeting them — and averting the worst impacts of climate change. Let's take a closer look. Read more


Best vegan milk

What Is the Best Plant-Based Milk, and Should You Make the Swap?

The best plant-based milk is a hot topic. With more people making the swap, let's clear up the confusion around dairy-free and vegan milk. Read more


nestle products

Crime & Controversy: Nestle’s 5 Biggest Scandals Explained

Nestlé products are among the most maligned by ethically conscious consumers. But why? We'll take a quick look at what controversies give Nestlé such a bad rap. Read more


fair trade definition

Fair Trade vs. Fairtrade: Why It’s Not the Same Thing

Equity, respect and transparency are at the heart of fair trade's definition. Here, we dive into what fair trade is, what it does, and the controversy surrounding it. Read more


Soy Products

Why All the Negative Talk About Soy Isn’t Actually True

Soy causes plenty of controversy. Does it replicate female sex hormones? Is it safe for children? Let's separate myth from fact and find out how healthy soy really is. Read more


Temperature Rise Below 1.5C

“No Credible Pathway” to Keep Temperature Rise Below 1.5C. What Now?

The UN has warned that the world is still dangerously far from reaching its goal of limiting global temperature to 1.5C. With COP27 right around the corner, where do we go from here? Read more


How to Become Vegan

How to Become Vegan: 6 Practical Tips

Whatever the reason you're considering becoming vegan, you're part of a growing global community. Here are some handy tips on getting started on your journey to veganism! Read more


what is paris climate agreement

What Is the Paris Climate Agreement, and Has It Already Failed?

The Paris Climate Agreement, also known as the Paris Climate Accords, is a global treaty that binds the world in a single effort to combat climate change. Read more