The new climate divide: Trump, Khan, and Badenoch in a culture war
Last night, like hundreds of thousands of Londoners, I received an email from the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, with the subject line: “Gautier, what today means for you.” Curious, I wondered if something had happened in London. Was it something serious? Yes and no—the event in question came from across the Atlantic. Donald Trump’s […]
Top green activities in London this November
The Green Londoner continues its monthly feature of top green activities across the city for November, from activist marches and leading conferences to outdoor and fun events. If you find it valuable, let us know! Friday 1 November, London, 12 – 3pmNourish Hub Open Day!Join a community afternoon with activities for all ages: Enjoy Halloween-themed […]
England’s bus fare cap jumps to £3 – will London follow suit?
Yesterday, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced a new budgetary measure raising the bus fare cap across England from £2 to £3, effective through the end of 2025. This 50% increase could place a considerable burden on regular bus users’ budgets, particularly in rural areas where public transport is often the only available option. […]
From crisis to hope: Caroline Lucas’ vision for a just green transition
Last night, Caroline Lucas, former Green MP and party leader, delivered the Grantham Institute’s annual lecture at Imperial College London, speaking to a full house. In her straightforward yet impactful style, Caroline tackled the significant challenges of the low-carbon transition, the role of the UK government, and the urgent need to reinvent a positive narrative […]
A greener Halloween in London: 10 eco-friendly tips
Discover 10 eco-friendly ideas to reduce waste, reuse materials, and make your Halloween fun and sustainable in the heart of the city. Let’s be honest: if it were up to us, Halloween would be a simple day like any other. But that would overlook the fact that, according to the charity Hubbub, half of the […]
Building climate awareness: Ash Goddard on the power of Climate Fresks and the Freskival
Ash Goddard, founder of Climate Clarity and organiser of the first Freskival, which begins this Thursday, spoke to The Green Londoner about the Climate Fresk tool, how he transformed climate education into his guiding principle, and how it compares to martial arts. The Green Londoner: Tell us a bit about Climate Clarity. What inspired you […]
London’s urgent need to adapt to climate risks: flash floods, the London Climate Resilience Review and the mayor’s response
As we reflect on the recent flash floods across London, which brought devastation (including to my building’s basement), one question looms large: is the pace of adapting London to climate risks fast enough, and is the Mayor’s response to the London Climate Resilience Review heading in the right direction? Earlier this year, the Chair of […]
My Backyard Garden: Fatma Ahmed’s mission to green White City Estate in West London
This article focuses on My Backyard Garden, a community greening project that could potentially transform the green spaces of social housing estates in London and beyond. Fatma Ahmed’s vision for urban green spaces I met Fatma Ahmed a few months ago during a startup accelerator programme organised by Undaunted at Imperial College and the Startup Discovery […]
Is pedestrianising Oxford Street a good idea—and what should it look like?
Mid- September, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan made two major announcements: plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street and a goal to make London’s rivers swimmable within the next decade. Both initiatives seem like positive steps for Londoners and the environment, but they’re still in the early stages, with no guarantees. What’s it all about? Focusing on […]
Exclusive Interview with Pauline Metivier of ReLondon: Insights on the Circular Economy Week
Now in its 7th year, Circular Economy Week continues to grow in popularity. What are the key goals of Circular Economy Week 2024, and is there a specific theme or focus this year? Circular Economy Week has always been about showcasing and celebrating the circular economy, promoting fantastic initiatives, and driving progress for both businesses […]