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Activism

Why it’s worth contacting your MP about the environment – even if they don’t seem to care

Influencing your MP can feel impossible, but in my years as a political campaigner I’ve seen how public pressure can make a difference.

by Ami McCarthy June 15, 2022

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Activism

Vigil to call for more action from Brazilian government in search for UK journalist & Brazilian Indigenous expert

A 50-strong gathering of family members, journalists and civil society organisations held vigil at the Brazilian Embassy in London this morning to urge Brazilian authorities to scale up…

by Alison Kirkman June 9, 2022

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Activism

Curious about volunteering with Greenpeace? Come and ask us about it!

Greenpeace staff and volunteers are hosting a series of events across the country. Come along and find out about Greenpeace campaigns, and how to get involved.

by Greenpeace UK June 9, 2022

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Environmental justice

Why protecting the ocean means protecting people

When we fail to protect the oceans, we’re failing to protect ourselves.

by Rima Sonigara June 6, 2022

Climate change

UK government grants Shell new permit to extract gas from Jackdaw field – Greenpeace reaction

The UK government has today granted Shell a new permit to extract gas from the Jackdaw field, east of Aberdeen. Greenpeace believes this permit approval could be unlawful, and…

by Greenpeace UK June 1, 2022

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Plastic

100,000 count their plastic to tackle the plastic crisis

Greenpeace and Everyday Plastic supporters just made history by taking part in The Big Plastic Count - the biggest ever investigation into plastic waste.

by Bryony Walker June 1, 2022

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Air pollution

In pictures: 10 inspiring ideas for greener ways of living

From experimental technology to simple practices, people around the world are thinking creatively about how we can live better with nature. Here are some of the clever things they’ve come…

by Angela Glienicke June 1, 2022

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Climate change

Feeling climate anxiety? Here are five reasons for hope

If you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed by the climate crisis, here’s a handy tip. Focus on the little victories and the small steps forward – like these recent reasons…

by Cassandra Soderstrom May 31, 2022

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General

Quiz: Can you spot the greenwashers?

Fancy yourself as a green scam-spotting pro? Try our quiz to find out!

by Leah Das May 31, 2022

Climate change

Audit proposals not enough to clean-up scandal-ridden industry, campaigners say

The UK government’s audit reform proposals don’t go far enough to fix the scandal-ridden industry, not least because they fail to adequately cover fundamental issues like climate change and reform…

by Phil Richards May 31, 2022