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Why the UNEP 1.5°C overshoot report must be an urgent call to action on climate change
The UNEP’s new report ‘Limiting Overshoot’ outlines a pathway called “overshoot, peak and decline” to minimise and adapt to the impacts of an exceedance and an eventual return to 1.5°C.
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The human, environmental and economic cost of the war on Iran
Six months into the US-Israeli war on Iran, people are paying the price in lives, environmental damage and higher bills. The crisis shows how dependence on fossil fuels leaves people exposed to volatile prices and future shocks.
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What the ‘natural’ disasters of 2026 reveal about climate change
Record-shattering global temperatures across land and sea are the grim reality of climate crisis, and the reason we need an immediate transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energies.
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The energy and environmental impact of AI and how it undermines democracy
How does AI affect the environment? From data centre pollution in New Jersey to economic threats in Ireland, we look at how the tech boom impacts global ecosystems.
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Governments drag their feet on first Global Plastics Treaty negotiations
As the first Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) meeting for the Global Plastics Treaty concluded today, Greenpeace called on governments to step up for people and climate and stop delaying meaningful negotiations of the Global Plastics Treaty.
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4 years of Amazon destruction
The destruction of the Amazon rainforest has been a hallmark of Jair Bolsonaro's time as president of Brazil. During his term, a total of 45,586 km² was lost, a 53% increase compared to the previous four years.
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Four ways Europe’s governments must respond to the global energy crisis
It’s a volatile time for Europe. War. Historically high gas, oil, and electricity prices. High inflation. Looming recession. Climate crisis. Soon, winter will arrive, leaving people at risk of a choice between being able to afford to heat their homes or cook their meals.
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Devastation of the Amazon forest marks the end of Bolsonaro’s government
Over the past four years, a total of 45,586 km² of the forest was destroyed, marking the end of Bolsonaro’s government with a legacy of destruction.
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3 demands we’re making for biodiversity at COP15
The stakes are high. Protecting nature is central to our livelihoods, our health, our well-being, and our welfare, as well as mitigating the risk of climate disasters and adapting to climate change.
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Good news stories from around the world – November
Celebrating the wins and the good news that spur us on in our fight for people and the planet.
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Big oil’s generational curse: pollutant-related epigenetic changes keeps South Africans in poverty cycle
After 60 years of exposure to air pollution by surrounding oil refineries, it will take this South African community at least two generations to reverse epigenetic changes
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Black Friday: My nightmare for the planet
Most of the items bought for short-term gratification on Black Friday will be quickly forgotten - the vast majority of goods will be used once and be discarded.
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Sailing 1,000 km to save Thai mackerels
Going on a voyage to save mackerel, the "soul food" of the Thai nation.
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If cities could talk: Voices for urban justice
The human population has reached 8 billion, and more than half of us live in cities. Urban areas have a crucial role in tackling climate change.