The inaction and irresponsibility of wealthy nations on the climate is pushing the global south into debt, greatly impacting their ability to bring tackle the climate crisis. Analysis by Heidi Chow, Debt Justice.
Tag: Environment
Qatar World Cup – a labour and environmental disaster
"Not only is the Qatar World Cup in the wrong place and time, but it's a labour and environmental disaster... some have called it the "dangerous games" as thousands of migrant workers have died preparing Qatar to host the World Cup."
Here’s why Great British Energy in public ownership is a WIN for our movement! (Even if it’s not full nationalisation) – We Own It
"No, it’s not full public ownership but it’s a hugely important first step. GBE will prove that public ownership is a successful way to run a company in the national interest" - We Own It analyse Labour's public energy announcement.
Labour and climate movements must unite to defeat Liz Truss’ climate vandalism
"It will take the united strength, imagination and organisation of the labour and green movements to stop Truss’ climate vandalism in its tracks and to tackle the cost of living crisis."
By reversing the fracking ban, Liz Truss turns the clock back on climate policy – Olivia Blake PM
"Reversing the fracking ban will not even lower our energy bills or increase our energy security, as Truss and her cheerleaders in the Net Zero Scrutiny group suggest."
Public Ownership for Climate Justice and a Worker-Led Transition – Labour for a Green New Deal
To combat the climate crisis we need public ownership and a worker-led transition to a greener, fairer economy. Analysis by Labour for a Green New Deal.
End the pollution, profits and bosses’ bonuses – time for public ownership of water
"Instead of profiteering at the expense of our natural environment, it’s time we took the water companies into public ownership."
TSSA calls for public transport fares to be slashed – let’s all do the same!
"Investing in our public transport is part of the solution to the problem, we are already in a crisis and we must act now" - a call for investment to tackle the climate and the cost of living crises.
Justice for the Global South
An in-depth discussion on tackling climate chaos, ending crippling international debt and bringing about vaccine equality. Watch the meeting or read the report-back.
Privatisation harms workers, the environment and our communities
"Not only has privatisation failed to support public transport workers but it has undermined the hopes of the UK decarbonising" - Labour for a Green New Deal.