Bridget Shirvell discusses her evolving approach to sustainable birthday parties, emphasizing joy, creativity, and mindful celebrations over waste and stress.
Throwing a birthday party without all the plastic (and still making it magical)
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Environmental blog with a focus on climate change.
COP30 report: Critical coal dependency highlights climate action failures
A report highlights the urgent need to reduce global coal dependency for climate targets, with countries lagging on necessary emissions reductions.
Menopause awareness month: hot flushes in a warming world – how rising temperatures are intensifying menopause symptoms
Rising global heat worsens menopausal symptoms like hot flushes and insomnia — a hidden gendered impact of the climate crisis across Europe.
Green Voices – Ep 15 – Lorienne Whittle: Financing rewilding
Nattergal’s Lorienne Whittle on how the company is financing rewilding and restoring land at Harold’s Park Wildland and beyond.
The renewables dividend: Why Somalia must bet big on clean power
Somalia’s renewable energy potential can alleviate poverty, reduce emissions, and drive socioeconomic growth but requires strategic investments and policies.
China launches its first railway project integrating renewable energy
China initiated its first renewable energy-integrated railway project, aiming for significant carbon emission reductions and enhanced energy efficiency.
Solar and wind growth outpaces rising electricity demand
In early 2025, solar and wind installations surpassed electricity demand, marking a significant decline in coal and gas capacities.
Book review: Designing Hope, by Sarah Housley
A survey revealed young people’s dread about the future; “Designing Hope” explores hopeful alternatives while encouraging proactive engagement with future narratives.
How Halloween’s pumpkin obsession became an environmental nightmare
As Halloween nears, millions of UK pumpkins end up in the bin. Here’s how our pumpkin obsession fuels waste, emissions, and water loss.
Analysis: Uruguay expands solar energy as electricity demand increases
The country already has a 94% renewable electricity mix, but plans to diversify by adding more than 100MW of solar by 2026.
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