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Positive environmental stories: A 2023 roundup

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Brussels, my love? NATO enlargement & EU crackdown on greenwashing

In this episode of Brussels, my love, we pick apart Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron's trip to China, Finland becoming the newest member of NATO and the European Union's attempt to stop green-washing.

08/04/2023

30 per cent of the world's inhabitants feel distressed about the future, ‘often’ think about climate change, and are considering giving up long term goals like having children

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A third of people might not have kids because of climate concerns

As the climate crisis bites, it can be hard to imagine what the future might look like. This uncertainty is taking its toll - and increasing numbers of people are considering whether or not they should have children.

23/01/2023

Charlotte Ritchie and other celebs discuss their climate anxiety as data shows 68% of Brits are affected.

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68% of Brits experiencing eco-anxiety after record-breaking year

Charlotte Ritchie and other UK stars have opened up about their own fears in some of the UK’s most precious natural spaces.

18/01/2023

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03/01/2023

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Different languages have different ways of describing the problems of the climate crisis.

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6 must-know European phrases to understand the climate crisis

Climate change is a global problem - but the debate often takes place in English. Here are some must-know European phrases to help you wrap your head around it.

25/11/2022

Child activists join a march through Westminster during a 'climate strike' demonstration, part of the global 'Fridays for Future' movement

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Seven in ten children fear climate change, survey shows

Young people are increasingly worried about the future of the planet, new research reveals - but increasingly feel they can do something about it.

24/11/2022

Kais Bothe relaxes in the cool in the city hall pool, as temperatures hit 37 degrees Celsius in Edmonton, Alberta, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.

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As temperatures rise, so does anxiety, new research finds

Brand new research finds the immediate difference between people’s climate anxiety before and after experiencing the sudden heat wave in Canada last summer.

25/01/2022

Thousands of people take part in a protest for climate action on September 20, 2019 in Cape Town.

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‘Devastating’ climate change a deep concern for young people in Africa

The African Youth Survey has discovered that climate change is one of the key concerns young people have about their future.

10/12/2021

Environmental activists rally during the UK Student Climate Network's Global Climate Strike protest action in central London, on September 20, 2019.

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World Mental Health Day: Eco anxiety can fuel powerful climate action

A new online movement led by young women in the UK is helping others to feel less alone with their eco anxiety.

05/11/2021

Prince William says saving the Earth should come before searching for life on other planets.

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Prince William: We should be saving Earth, not exploring space travel

The British royal, now a father of three, also expressed concern over the rise in climate anxiety in younger generations.

14/10/2021

How to tell the difference between tree planting schemes and scams

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How to tell the difference between tree-planting schemes and scams

As more companies use trees to lure in customers, Ariel Maldonado explains how to spot a greenwashing scam.

01/09/2021

"As we move into an unpredictable climate future, it is important that the public have trusted voices to turn to for explanations of the nuance."

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Euroviews. Three online climate communicators on dealing with eco-anxiety

Accounts on TikTok have been irresponsibly pushing an oversimplified view of the climate crisis, preying on vulnerable viewers’ anxieties - but this misinformation needs to stop.

09/08/2021

Climate Clock in Glasgow counting down to COP26

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Are climate clocks making eco-anxiety better or worse?

New climate clock in Glasgow counts down to 100 per cent renewable energy use around the globe.

09/06/2021