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Greenpeace UK’s commitment to tackling systemic racism

As an organisation and as individuals, we at Greenpeace UK are committed to dismantling systemic racism, creating a community of allies and empowering people of colour. Today we’re making four commitments to improve the way we work on these issues.

Is chlorine-washed chicken coming to the UK?

Trump’s trade team wants to force the UK to accept poorly-produced chicken washed in chlorine as part of a post-Brexit trade deal. Here’s what you need to know.

30+ ways to green your home

Many of us will be spending a lot more time at home these days due to the Covid-19 measures. Here are over 30 crowdsourced tips on greening your home.

The airlines industry wants a government bailout. Here’s what needs to happen

As the global health crisis unfolds, airlines have been hit hard. But why are airlines queueing up for a government bailout? Strong links with ministers might tempt the chancellor to dish out public cash to save these corporations – when a real Covid-19 recovery plan would prioritise people and planet instead.

A Greenpeace inflatable boat splashes over a wave. On board, activists hold up climate emergency banners. A giant oil platform can be seen in the background.

2019 in pictures: year of the climate emergency – and the fightback

Throughout 2019, activists and volunteers have continued to demand action on pollution and the climate emergency from corporations and politicians worldwide. This global fight is far from over, but here we celebrate our 2019 successes as we look forward to 2020 and the decade of change ahead.

5 brilliant books for young environmental activists

Young people have been making history by taking part in school strikes to demand action on the crises affecting the environment. Here’s a list of five books that would make great gifts for the budding climate activists in your lives.