Interview: Naomi Zaragoza on Reimagining Nature at the Design Museum
We met with Naomi Zaragoza, Assistant Curator of Public Practice at the Design Museum. Part of the Learning team, she oversees public programming for temporary exhibitions, community projects, and access initiatives. Our conversation took place in the Dame Sylvia Crowe Garden, where Naomi has led Growing Together, a three-year project exploring the intersection of design, gardening, horticulture, […]
Mark Thomlinson on Ealing’s Climate Week and Why It Matters
We sat down with Mark Thomlinson, Head of Sustainability & Climate at Ealing Council, to talk about the upcoming Ealing Climate Week. The Green Londoner: What is Ealing Climate Week, and why is it important for the borough right now? Ealing has nearly 380,000 residents, and we know most people care about climate change and […]
Why Heathrow Expansion Must Not Go Ahead
A call from The Green Londoner and West Londoners to our elected representatives The threat of Heathrow expansion is back — the airport has just unveiled a £49 billion plan to build a third runway across the M25 and modernise its terminals. As concerned Londoners, we’re calling on our local leaders to take a stand. […]
How H&F Residents Are Powering Up with Solar and Community Action
We spoke to Henrietta Dale, Low Carbon Development Programme Manager, and Lily Robertson, a volunteer with Hammersmith & Fulham Community Energy (HFCE), who shared with The Green Londoner the story behind the borough’s first community-owned solar project — and the newly launched share offer, open until September. A quiet rooftop in White City is now generating more […]
More than Human: A Radical Reimagining of Design at the Design Museum
The Green Londoner was at the preview of the Design Museum’s new flagship exhibition More than Human yesterday. It’s beautiful, striking, deep and innovative — and we’re here to tell you all about it. What if design wasn’t just about helping humans, but about supporting all life on Earth? That’s the central idea behind More than Human, a bold […]
Who are the new climate geeks? How do you recognise them — and are you one of them?
In this light-hearted post, we take a fresh look at climate action — questioning our everyday habits as Londoners, and celebrating a community that’s becoming increasingly active and engaged. As Clint Eastwood once said: “There are two kinds of people in this world, my friend: those with loaded guns, and those who dig.” In today’s […]
The Green Londoner x LCAW 2025: A Week of Stories, Action and Collective Energy
We’re proud to announce that The Green Londoner is an official supporting media partner of London Climate Action Week 2025. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing a rich programme of coverage — from inspiring stories and interviews to behind-the-scenes insights and cultural highlights. Our goal: to spotlight the most impactful and imaginative ways Londoners are responding to the climate crisis. […]
Culture Meets Climate: 12 Unmissable Events During LCAW 2025
London Climate Action Week isn’t just about policy, finance, and community. It’s also about storytelling, art, film, and creativity — powerful tools that help us feel the urgency of climate change and imagine better futures. Whether you’re into documentaries, design, theatre, or youth-led films, this year’s cultural line-up is one of the strongest yet. Here are The Green Londoner’s top 12 […]
London Climate Action Week Highlights: Inspiring Events to Join
London Climate Action Week is now less than a week away, and the 7th edition is set to break all records — with over 700 events. It’s a powerful signal that climate action in London is not just alive — it’s expanding, despite global headwinds. We’ve been digging through the packed programme and this edition is […]
Grow Urban: Reclaiming Joy, Land, and Community Through Nature in the City
We spoke with Sal Chebbah, founder of the Grow Urban Festival (7–15 June), who shared the story behind this week-long celebration of urban nature, community resilience, and creative regeneration. How did the idea for the Grow Urban Festival come about? During lockdown, I was growing mushrooms at Somerset House as part of a circular economy […]