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Beyond GDP: Join the conversation about wellbeing economies
Alternative Futures is all about listening to different voices and sharing multiple solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis we are facing, providing space for everyone to come together.
Dorina de Jonge • 3 min read -
UN INC3 ends in frustration as governments allow low ambition countries to derail Global Plastics Treaty
The third session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC3) for a Global Plastics Treaty ends on a disappointing note - Greenpeace's statement.
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Global Plastics Treaty: A Lifeline for Africa
Plastic pollution has far-reaching consequences on Africa’s health, environment and economy. This is why a strong Global Plastics Treaty is a lifeline for Africa.
Gerance Mutwol • 5 min read -
Artists, activists call for Global Plastics Treaty to end the age of plastic
Thirteen celebrated activists, athletes and actors from around the world have appeared in a video calling to end the age of plastic.
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EU-Mercosur: the European Union’s dirty plastic secret
While world leaders are negotiating a Global Plastics Treaty to end the age of plastic, the European Union is trying to push through a free trade agreement with the Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay) that will do exactly the opposite.
Lis Cunha • 3 min read -
EU-Mercosur deal will boost trade in plastics, a dangerous set back for Global Plastics Treaty goal
A Greenpeace analysis found that a trade agreement currently being negotiated between the EU and Mercosur will eliminate tariffs for EU exports of throwaway plastic products.
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Typhoon Haiyan survivors for the 2023 Climate Justice Walk
Almost a month since leaving Manila’s Kilometer Zero and in time for Typhoon Haiyan’s 10th commemoration, the Climate Justice Walk team finally reached Tacloban, ‘Ground Zero’ of Typhoon Haiyan.
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The oil cartel has blood on their hands
They are intent on destroying what is good for us, what is good for humanity. They want to profit on the scarcity and desperation they are creating. We have got to put humanity first, because we won't eat money and we won't live off the poison.
Dr Desmond D'sa • 4 min read -
World Cities Day 2023: Communities and movements shaping sustainable cities
Celebrated annually on October 31st, World Cities Day highlights the importance of urban areas and their impact on our planet.
Pujarini Sen • 5 min read -
Urban Movements Map launched to commemorate World Cities Day
Together with Clima e Mobilidade and the Urban Movement Innovation Fund, Greenpeace International launched a global Urban Movements Map.