Climate change BP’s profits plunge following oil price crash In response to the release of BP’s first-quarter results, Charlie Kronick, oil finance analyst for Greenpeace UK, said: “Today as profits tumble BP is shaping the future of the company,… by Stefano Gelmini April 28, 2020
Climate change The price of oil has dropped below zero – what does this mean? Demand has plummeted because of Coronavirus, but oil workers shouldn’t pay the price for the industry’s latest crisis. Governments can help by giving them a way out. by Emily Black April 24, 2020
Air pollution In the world’s first ‘Coronavirus elections’, South Korea voted for climate action In the first national elections in the time of Covid-19, South Korea’s Democratic Party won in a landslide – after putting forward a bold Green New Deal plan in their… by Helle Abelvik-Lawson April 23, 2020
Fishing The government just bailed out small-scale fishers. Here’s what should happen next The UK’s small-scale fishers have been struggling for decades due to climate change, industrial overfishing and unfair quota systems. Now, the coronavirus pandemic is pushing local fishers to the brink,… by Anthony Lewis April 16, 2020
General Shell’s vague Net Zero plan will drive us deeper into the climate emergency – Greenpeace statement In response to Shell’s Responsible Investment Annual Briefing update Richard George, head of Greenpeace UK’s climate campaign, said: “A credible Net Zero plan from Shell would… by Emily Black April 16, 2020
Climate change Covid-19, climate, and what comes next We’re living through one of the most challenging moments in recent global history. Not only must we protect the most vulnerable among us from Covid-19 and the impacts of the… by Flo Stuart-Leach April 9, 2020
General 30+ ways to green your home Many of us will be spending a lot more time at home these days due to the Covid-19 measures. Here are over 30 crowdsourced tips on greening your home. by Helle Abelvik-Lawson April 9, 2020
People How online activism has changed the world It’s easy to be cynical about online activism. But done right, internet-based campaigning can – and does – change the world. Here’s how. by Helle Abelvik-Lawson April 9, 2020
Oil and gas Government admits BP drilling permit process was unlawful: Greenpeace wins legal challenge Greenpeace activists blocked a BP oil rig from drilling new oil wells in the North Sea for 12 days in June last year. BP’s rig operator, Transocean, is seeking unlimited… by Emily Black April 6, 2020
Air travel The airlines industry wants a government bailout. Here’s what needs to happen As the global health crisis unfolds, airlines have been hit hard. But why are airlines queueing up for a government bailout? Strong links with ministers might tempt the chancellor to… by Samantha Wockner April 3, 2020