“The polluter must pay”: why rich countries could be sued for destroying the climate
Poorer nations that suffer the effects of extreme weather are looking to seek financial climate justice via the courts.
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Why Cop26 was much more than “blah, blah, blah”
After 25 years as a climate scientist, Peter Stott believes the world could finally be ready for climate action.
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“A crisis of feeling”: Kenya’s Elizabeth Wathuti on keeping faith on climate’s front line
As drought ravages the horn of Africa, youth climate activists are calling for global solidarity and support for local action.
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“A further act of colonisation”: why indigenous peoples fear carbon offsetting
Despite new rules agreed at Cop26, many think that carbon markets could still be used to aid the theft of…
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We must learn from those who are closest to land and sea: indigenous people
At Cop26, delegates from these groups were frank and articulate – and shamefully overlooked.
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As countries transition to green energy, a deadly race for global power begins
There will be winners and losers. But if states are driven by competition, we might start to see dramatic progress.
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Why we need Greta Thunberg more than ever
There is still too much misinformation and greenwash surrounding claims of climate action.
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Boris Johnson risks making “murder respectable” with claim Cop26 spells the end of coal
Alok Sharma admitted the diluted coal pledge was disappointing despite the PM's claim it makes no difference
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