A photo essay on illegal gold mining and other industries in the Brazilian Amazon contributing to deforestation and mercury poisoning. Shot on assignment for WWF in Brazil by Chris J Ratcliffe.

A photo essay on the palm oil industry and its impact on the environment, wildlife and habitat loss in Borneo. Shot on assignment for WWF in Borneo by Chris J Ratcliffe.

A photo essay on the impact of tourism on the Galapagos islands. Shot on assignment for Panasonic and Getty Images in Borneo by Chris J Ratcliffe.

A photo essay on Jones Hill Wood where environmental activists stand off against developers of the HS2 rail project to protect an ancient woodland from destruction. Shot for Getty Images.

A photo essay on a pheasant and game shoot in rural England. Shot for Getty Images.