Britain’s closure of its last coal plant marks a historic moment as the birthplace of coal-powered industry turns toward a greener future powered by renewables.
A generation on fire — How Indigenous youth are leading the charge against climate change
Indigenous youth across the globe are taking a stand against climate change, leading lawsuits and campaigns to protect their lands and cultures from environmental destruction and advocating for a sustainable future.
A landmark UK decision could reshape climate litigation around the world
A recent UK court ruling requiring consideration of all emissions from fossil fuel projects could set a global precedent, influencing future approvals and shaping international climate litigation.
Pacific Island Nations excluded from final pass of Cop28’s historic climate deal
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesPacific Island Nations excluded from final pass of Cop28’s historic climate dealDecember 19, 2023In the wake of the much-publicised Cop28 climate summit, an air of triumphant progress seemed to permeate the media coverage.The United Arab Emirates, hosting this pivotal event, hailed the final agreement as a historic turning point; a paradigm shift in the battle against …
We need a fusion of passion with pragmatism to shift from activism to action
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesWe need a fusion of passion with pragmatism to shift from activism to actionOctober 13, 2023“Activism” has become a dirty word. One associated with traffic jams, an affront on the innocent bystander, and a lot of orange glitter.It’s a term that in the past few years has woven itself as a vibrant thread connecting even completely …
The oil company that predicted climate change
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesThe oil company that predicted climate changeMay 11, 2023An enlightening example of when corporate self-interest trumps global interest.In the late 1970s, scientists and government agencies were beginning to study climate change more seriously. ExxonMobil, a major fossil fuel company, saw the potential disaster this could play for their oil and gas business, and subsequently formed a …
The race to save our planet: UN’s comprehensive climate change report demands urgent action
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesThe race to save our planet: UN’s comprehensive climate change report demands urgent actionMarch 21, 2023UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has declared a groundbreaking report on climate change a “survival guide for humanity” and urged all countries to bring forward their net zero plans by a decade.The report, a result of a meeting in Switzerland, highlights the …
Current biodiversity loss could lead to total ecosystem collapse, warns study
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesCurrent biodiversity loss could lead to total ecosystem collapse, warns studyMarch 10, 2023According to recent research on the greatest mass extinction in Earth’s history, the gradual degradation of wildlife and biodiversity could quickly escalate into a catastrophic collapse of entire ecosystems.The “Great Dying,” a cataclysmic event that unfolded 252 million years ago during the Permian-Triassic extinction …
COP27: Tears of joy or more frustration?
Fossil fuels// Hidden Stories SeriesCOP27: Tears of joy or more frustration?November 21, 2022In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous leaders are engaged in a crucial battle—not only for the preservation of their ancestral lands but also for the stability of the global climate.However at Ubuntu HQ, we had our optimistic hats on and recently published a blog detailing what …