There are strong forces at work attempting to convince us that a rapid and just transition would be too difficult, too unpopular or too expensive. It is not so. Our new coalition #Mission2025 comprises some of the world’s largest businesses, networks, cities, regions and individuals, joining to call for governments to raise ambition for the next round of national climate plans (the NDCs due in 2025) to be 1.5°C-aligned. By doing so, we can unlock the momentum needed for this transition to happen at the speed and scale required, and with the equity deserved. This is entirely possible and – as we clearly see from the rising numbers of catastrophic extreme weather events in our news feeds every day – absolutely necessary. Holding the line on 1.5°C is not an aspirational target – it is a scientific imperative. It’s time for leaders to lead. Read more about #Mission2025 via link in bio. FT piece: https://www.ft.com/content/8540ac9a-5d36-45f7-bcc3-8459f86d3f14 #lcaw24 #lcaw2024
Recommended: Dying Earth, directed by @fatimalianes This new eight-part @aljazeeraenglish documentary series exposes the reality of the climate crisis, exploring what it will take to tackle the emergency. I was pleased to contribute to a few of the episodes. Episode 4 looks at the human and environmental cost of cobalt mining as the global demand for cobalt skyrockets to produce so-called clean energy. You can watch on YouTube: aje.me/DE4 and I highly recommend checking out the other episodes in this excellent series. #dyingearth #drc #cobalt
Seeing nature as a process (that we are part of) not a thing or an object 💚
Some would say that Costa Rica is the poorest nation in the world because it has none of the riches that were valued before. We have no fossil fuels, no metals, no minerals. Today we realise that was a blessing because having no fossil fuels, we had no other option but to produce all electricity with clean energies. And our richness lies in nature, tragically undervalued in so much of the world, but treasured here. Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse nations on earth, and despite being one of the smallest countries in Latin America, it has become a leader in sustainability and conservation efforts. Our high levels of wellbeing have very little to do with money or economic growth. Learn more in Episode 7 of Dying Earth, directed by @fatimalianes This new eight-part @aljazeeraenglish documentary series exposes the reality of the climate crisis, exploring what it will take to tackle the emergency. I was pleased to contribute to a few of the episodes. You can watch on YouTube: aje.me/DE7 #dyingearth #costarica
As part of Refugee Week (17th-23rd June) we’ll be bringing you a special episode on climate and migration on 20th June. With up to three billion people expected to be displaced by the effects of climate change by 2100, this is a topic that affects us all. Refugee Week is a global festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of people seeking sanctuary. To find out more, head over to @refugeeweekuk #SimpleActs #RefugeeWeek #OurHome
As part of Refugee Week (17th-23rd June) we’ll be bringing you a special episode on climate and migration on 20th June. With up to three billion people expected to be displaced by the effects of climate change by 2100, this is a topic that affects us all. Refugee Week is a global festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of people seeking sanctuary. To find out more, head over to @refugeeweekuk #SimpleActs #RefugeeWeek #OurHome
As part of Refugee Week (17th-23rd June) we’ll be bringing you a special episode on climate and migration on 20th June. With up to three billion people expected to be displaced by the effects of climate change by 2100, this is a topic that affects us all. Refugee Week is a global festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of people seeking sanctuary. To find out more, head over to @refugeeweekuk #SimpleActs #RefugeeWeek #OurHome
Marine biologists in Costa Rica are fighting to protect hammerhead sharks and all of ocean life, under dire threat by climate change and an insatiable fishing industry. Conservationist Randall Arauz maintains that “we still have hope” with some policy changes in Costa Rica having had a global impact. Learn more in Episode of Dying Earth, directed by @fatimalianes This new eight-part @aljazeeraenglish documentary series exposes the reality of the climate crisis, exploring what it will take to tackle the emergency. I was pleased to contribute to a few of the episodes. You can watch on YouTube: aje.me/DE6 #dyingearth #costarica
My thoughts on the Pope’s recent comments about climate change. Hear more on this week’s episode of @outrageoptimism, wherever you get your podcasts.
My thoughts on the Pope’s recent comments about climate change. Hear more on this week’s episode of @outrageoptimism, wherever you get your podcasts.
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Carlos Nobre and Christiana Figueres are joining The Planetary Guardians. World renowned scientist and Nobel Laureate, Dr. Carlos Nobre, has dedicated his life to researching the Amazon. Christiana Figueres has unprecedented experience collaborating across sectors to protect the planet and humanity, such as the Paris Agreement, which she was integral in delivering.
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Carlos Nobre and Christiana Figueres are joining The Planetary Guardians. World renowned scientist and Nobel Laureate, Dr. Carlos Nobre, has dedicated his life to researching the Amazon. Christiana Figueres has unprecedented experience collaborating across sectors to protect the planet and humanity, such as the Paris Agreement, which she was integral in delivering.
📣 WE NEED LEADERS TO LEAD, NOW. #Mission2025 launched at London Climate Action Week today! It’s a high ambition coalition backed by @cfigueres and many other leaders and organisations ready to work with governments to deliver 1.5C-aligned climate plans in 2025 and faster action ahead of #COP30 in Brazil. Some would have us believe that a rapid transition is impossible – in fact it is already underway, with change happening faster than we think. Join us on this decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet 💚 Head to the link in our bio to read the open letter to heads of state and hear more in our #LCAW2024 special episode later this week.
📣 WE NEED LEADERS TO LEAD, NOW. #Mission2025 launched at London Climate Action Week today! It’s a high ambition coalition backed by @cfigueres and many other leaders and organisations ready to work with governments to deliver 1.5C-aligned climate plans in 2025 and faster action ahead of #COP30 in Brazil. Some would have us believe that a rapid transition is impossible – in fact it is already underway, with change happening faster than we think. Join us on this decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet 💚 Head to the link in our bio to read the open letter to heads of state and hear more in our #LCAW2024 special episode later this week.
📣 WE NEED LEADERS TO LEAD, NOW. #Mission2025 launched at London Climate Action Week today! It’s a high ambition coalition backed by @cfigueres and many other leaders and organisations ready to work with governments to deliver 1.5C-aligned climate plans in 2025 and faster action ahead of #COP30 in Brazil. Some would have us believe that a rapid transition is impossible – in fact it is already underway, with change happening faster than we think. Join us on this decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet 💚 Head to the link in our bio to read the open letter to heads of state and hear more in our #LCAW2024 special episode later this week.
📣 WE NEED LEADERS TO LEAD, NOW. #Mission2025 launched at London Climate Action Week today! It’s a high ambition coalition backed by @cfigueres and many other leaders and organisations ready to work with governments to deliver 1.5C-aligned climate plans in 2025 and faster action ahead of #COP30 in Brazil. Some would have us believe that a rapid transition is impossible – in fact it is already underway, with change happening faster than we think. Join us on this decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet 💚 Head to the link in our bio to read the open letter to heads of state and hear more in our #LCAW2024 special episode later this week.
📣 WE NEED LEADERS TO LEAD, NOW. #Mission2025 launched at London Climate Action Week today! It’s a high ambition coalition backed by @cfigueres and many other leaders and organisations ready to work with governments to deliver 1.5C-aligned climate plans in 2025 and faster action ahead of #COP30 in Brazil. Some would have us believe that a rapid transition is impossible – in fact it is already underway, with change happening faster than we think. Join us on this decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet 💚 Head to the link in our bio to read the open letter to heads of state and hear more in our #LCAW2024 special episode later this week.
A perspective shift. Can we see the urgent challenges of our time as an invitation, rather than a punishment or a set of circumstances we must suffer through? #worldenvironmentday
Some want us to believe the transition is impossible. It’s actually happening faster than we think. 💼 Businesses want this: it makes economic sense. 💸 Investors want this: it makes financial sense. 👫🏾 We, the people, want this: it makes common sense. Join us on a decade-defining mission to secure the success of our economies and the well-being of our people and planet. It’s time for our leaders to lead. Hear more about #mission2025 in a special episode of Outrage Optimism tomorrow – wherever you get your podcasts 🎧 https://bit.ly/_Mission2025 #Mission2025 #LCAW2024
A wonderful message from the incredible @cfigueres @outrageoptimism who will be joining our Festival of Solutions via Zoom 🫶 We cannot wait to receive her wisdom on all things climate optimism 💕 grab tickets through the link in our bio now!
Could Trump surprise us on climate? In this week’s episode, @cfigueres suggests his re-election would mean a global disaster for climate – tune in to find out why political scientist @ianbremmer thinks that might not be the case. Paul Dickinson reflects that comparing the potential impacts of a second Trump presidency to the first is like comparing ‘Devastating A’ with ‘Devastating B’ – even if it’s better it will still be disastrous. A reminder that things are NEVER black and white. Let us know in the poll below whether you think Trump might embrace renewables if he gets back in to the White House 😮 Plus, @tomcarnac and Paul Dickinson discuss the critical events shaping global democracy over the last week: Trump’s convictions, Sunak vs. Starmer and Modi’s unexpected election result, asking: how much is climate change impacting these global democratic events? Listen via the link in our bio, or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧 POLL: If re-elected, do you think Trump will embrace renewables?
‘Why should we trust that economic competitiveness will win over “political tentacles” in the time frame available?’ @cfigueres asks @tomsteyer, who in this week’s episode makes the case that capitalism can be used to scale climate progress and ‘winning the climate war’ is inevitable due to market forces. What do you think? Listen via the link in our bio, or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧 #Stubbornoptimism #stubbornoptimist #climatepositive #climatecrisis #positivenews #climateaction #climateeducation #climateemergency #outrageandoptimism #climatepodcast #climatejustice #climatenews
¡¡YA DISPONIBLE‼️📢🙌🏻 @cfigueres, la influyente diplomática costarricense que guió el Acuerdo de París, nos revela su profunda travesía personal hacia la resiliencia y la transformación espiritual. Un año antes de lograr el histórico acuerdo climático, Christiana enfrentó una dolorosa ruptura matrimonial que la llevó a una profunda depresión y a considerar decisiones extremas. 💔🌀 En su camino hacia la sanación, encontró el budismo y dejó atrás la victimización, construyendo una sólida infraestructura espiritual. Con renovado optimismo y fortaleza, Christiana continúa su incansable labor en la lucha contra el cambio climático, destacando la importancia del trabajo espiritual constante para los líderes. 🍃✨ . . . . . #Resiliencia #LiderazgoConsciente #CambioClimático #Empoderamiento #Coraje #Gratitud #HistoriasInspiradoras #ChristianaFigueres #TransformaciónPersonal
¡¡YA DISPONIBLE‼️📢🙌🏻 @cfigueres, la influyente diplomática costarricense que guió el Acuerdo de París, nos revela su profunda travesía personal hacia la resiliencia y la transformación espiritual. Un año antes de lograr el histórico acuerdo climático, Christiana enfrentó una dolorosa ruptura matrimonial que la llevó a una profunda depresión y a considerar decisiones extremas. 💔🌀 En su camino hacia la sanación, encontró el budismo y dejó atrás la victimización, construyendo una sólida infraestructura espiritual. Con renovado optimismo y fortaleza, Christiana continúa su incansable labor en la lucha contra el cambio climático, destacando la importancia del trabajo espiritual constante para los líderes. 🍃✨ . . . . . #Resiliencia #LiderazgoConsciente #CambioClimático #Empoderamiento #Coraje #Gratitud #HistoriasInspiradoras #ChristianaFigueres #TransformaciónPersonal