Too hot. It’s a heatwave
We are hopefully nearing the end. But right now (early summer 2025) we are still experiencing a heatwave. 🥵 The daily average temperature has been around 10°C higher than usual…
Our wondrous oceans & the deep sea
Our oceans. Our most incredible defence system to the carbon problem.But our oceans have been weakened. They are less able to act as a climate regulator and support much needed adaptation.This…
Summer solstice
It’s tomorrow - in the early hours of the morning. I’m talking about the summer solstice (in the Northern Hemisphere).☀️The summer solstice mostly falls on 21 June (officially it does…
A handful of soil
Under our feetThis is my favourite time of year for fruit and veg. The strawberries are super juicy, the cherries are sweet, the cucumbers are refreshing and the courgettes are…
Faith groups on climate
Goodbye Pope Francis🙏 Welcome Pope Leo XIV🙌The passing of the Pope on Easter Monday, had me read about some of his major (climate) achievements during the 12 years of his…
Blossoms blooming
I’m really enjoying seeing the blossoms blooming right now. 🌺When I see the flowers of blossom trees I know that spring is around the corner.Blossom refers to the flowers of…
Your electronic devices
As I write and post this article I am leaving a carbon footprint.How many funny/informative/good news/bad news videos do you watch online every day?We all use electronic devices a lot.…
Imperfect environmentalism
Screwing up. I do it. Everyone is imperfect.I’ve seen a lot of posts about climate activists being shamed about one specific action, like buying lunch in plastic wrapping, or flying…
It’s icy
I’m off to the snow soon for the winter school holiday.A few days of skiing and sledging. A few years ago, I rediscovered sledging actually, who knew that this could…
Eco outlook for 2025!
It’s 2025! So, what are the eco developments to look out for this year?Firstly, we need to watch how the shaky geopolitical landscape and the rise of right-wing governments will…