Green Transition

Livestock farming is one of humanity’s most destructive activities to the environment. Yet when measures to protect biodiversity and combat climate change are discussed, addressing this is rarely high on the political agenda. George Monbiot calls for decisive policy responses and mass mobilisation to change the way we produce and consume our food. We spoke with him about his new book Regenesis, the right moments for change, the current state of climate activism, and the threats posed by right-wing politics.

Beyond sustainability, energy communities also foster democratic principles and local autonomy. Yet in parts of Europe they still face many hurdles.

Elon Musk and other super-rich “visionaries” are seeking to revolutionise transport – but ordinary people are getting left behind.

A new report sets out how affordable transport in Scotland can tackle inequality and advance the country’s climate goals.

How the American biologist changed the course of the environmental movement through her seminal work Silent Spring.

Why the EU regulatory framework needs more than reporting guidelines to compel companies to meet climate goals.

Housing markets in Europe are unsustainable on many levels. Effective policies are urgently needed to avert a crisis.

Cristina Suárez Vega on whether vocational education in emerging green sectors can help Spain’s young people escape stubbornly high unemployment.

Examining how Just Transition could be the key to tackling intersecting crises of environmental breakdown, social injustice, and global inequality.

Venice‘s changing relationship with the lagoon surrounding it could herald the decline of the city and its ecosystem.