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What’s the answer to our plastic problem?

Posted by Alice Hunter - 22nd August 2018
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We’re all worried about the issue of plastic packaging – but what’s the real solution? Are bioplastics made from organic materials the answer? Can’t supermarkets just make all plastic recyclable? And doesn’t plastic packaging keep food fresh and prevent food waste? Sound familiar? It’s time to… Read More

World Orangutan Day – 10 furry facts

Posted by Rima Sonigara - 17th August 2018
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Happy World Orangutan Day! Ever wondered where orangutans sleep? Or where their name comes from? Here are 10 fun facts about orangutans that you can impress your friends with:     10) Orangutans only live on two islands – They can be found on the Southeast… Read More

Our oceans are finally getting the top-table attention they deserve

Posted by Louisa Casson - 17th August 2018
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Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem meets with the UK Environment Secretary, Michael Gove, to discuss an Antarctic Ocean Sanctuary.

In July, as a result of our campaign, Boris Johnson gave public backing to an Antarctic Ocean Sanctuary. This was a big deal: he was the first Foreign Secretary around the world to vocally support our campaign and commit to prioritise… Read More

Alison from Swansea – Why I’m asking Barclays to stop funding tar sands pipelines

Posted by Greenpeace UK - 16th August 2018
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As part of a nationwide push by Greenpeace to put pressure on Barclays to stop funding toxic tar sands pipelines, we set up our table in Swansea town centre outside the bank, complete with replica ATM and its striking Dirty Barclays logo dripping black oil.  … Read More

An Orca mother finally abandons her dead calf that she carried for over two weeks

Posted by Aakash Naik - 14th August 2018
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Orca Whale jumping out of the water.

After 17 heartbreaking days, Tahlequah (J35), the orca mother who captured the world’s attention, has finally stopped carrying her dead calf through the Salish Sea off the Pacific coast of Washington and British Columbia. In response, Greenpeace USA released the following statement calling for greater efforts to protect endangered Southern… Read More