What is sustainability? A simple guide to a vital idea - Greenpeace …
WEBWhat is sustainability? Sustainability is a way of using resources that could continue forever. A sustain-able activity is able to be sustained without running out of resources or causing harm. If something is unsustainable, it means it’s …
What are the effects of climate change on biodiversity?
WEBClimate change is transforming the natural world. Discover how climate and biodiversity are linked – and how we can make things better.
What are the solutions to climate change? - Greenpeace UK
WEBClimate change is already an urgent threat to millions of lives – but there are solutions. From changing how we get our energy to limiting deforestation, here are some of the key solutions to climate change.
About Greenpeace - Greenpeace UK
WEBAbout Greenpeace. Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Our vision is a greener, healthier and more peaceful planet, one that can sustain life for generations to come. We are independent. We don’t accept any funding from governments, corporations or political parties – our ...
Deforestation: what you need to know - Greenpeace UK
WEBDeforestation is devastating for people and animals that live in the world’s forests – such as the Amazon in South America, and forests in Indonesia and the Congo. Forests provide food, shelter, fuel, building materials, medicine and cultural significance for the people who call them home. Forests are particularly important for Indigenous ...
What is the Paris climate agreement and why does it matter?
WEBMar 16, 2021 · The Paris Climate Agreement is an international treaty that commits most of the world’s governments to addressing climate change. Forged through decades of negotiations, the Paris Agreement is the world’s first comprehensive climate treaty. Despite its problems, it’s still seen as a major breakthrough in humanity’s effort to tackle the ...
How Greenpeace creates change - Greenpeace UK
WEBHow Greenpeace creates change. Greenpeace investigates, exposes and confronts the causes of environmental destruction. We work to bring about change by lobbying, consumer pressure and mobilising members of the general public. And we take peaceful direct action to protect our Earth and promote solutions for a green and peaceful future.
What are the effects of climate change? - Greenpeace UK
WEBThe effects of climate change include extreme heat and drought, more rainfall and more frequent extreme weather events such as storms and floods. Melting polar ice and glaciers is leading to sea-level rise around the world, which – along with increased storm surges – is starting to permanently re-shape coastlines.
What is the UK doing about climate change? - Greenpeace UK
WEBThe UK was the first country in the world to create a legally-binding national commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions. The Climate Change Act of 2008 pledged to cut our emissions as a country by 80% by 2050, from 1990 levels. The 80% target was updated in 2019 with the target of achieving an effective 100% reduction by 2050.
How does plastic end up in the ocean? - Greenpeace UK
WEBJun 10, 2020 · Plastic pollution in the ocean is a growing problem, but where does it come from? Here are the plastic pollution facts you need to understand what’s happening.