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Global Action Plan mobilises people and organisations to take action on the systems that harm us and our planet.​ We are an environmental charity, working towards a green and thriving planet where everyone can enjoy happy and healthy lives. UK and beyond.
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I’ve just announced I’ll be leading a National Emergency Briefing on 27 November . At a time when climate is in free fall on the political agenda , it’s vital our leaders realise what is at stake if we do not accelerate a just , green transition for all .

@nebriefing.bsky.social 🇬🇧
November 9, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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The benefits of induction cooking go beyond improving air quality in your home.

Learn more about our retrofit project in partnership with @clasp-ngo.bsky.social:
www.globalactionplan.org.uk/clean-air/ga...

#CleanAir #NetZero #Cooking
Image of a chef cooking on an induction hob, stirring a pot. Image caption reads: “After switching from gas to induction hobs, 100% of households involved in our project think that induction hobs are easy to use.”
November 7, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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In the name of Halloween, here's a scary fact for you...

Last week, we released new research with Ricardo and @hertscc.bsky.social revealing that air pollution from wood burning stoves and open fires contributes to nearly 2,500 deaths in the UK each year.

Want to learn more?
October 31, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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The government’s Carbon Budget Delivery Plan released today, seemingly has no consideration of the 100+ AI data centres that Big Tech wants up and running during the plan’s implementation.

#AI #datacentres #CarbonBudget #Climatechange
October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Participants in our retrofit project said they would ‘definitely recommend’ induction cooking.

Learn more about the project in partnership with @clasp-ngo.bsky.social:
www.globalactionplan.org.uk/clean-air/ga...

#CleanAir #NetZero #Cooking
Image of a person operating an induction hob. Image caption reads: “I’d definitely recommend [induction cooking] to other people.”
October 28, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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New poll out today, commissioned by @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social reveals over three quarters of UK citizens only want to see data centres built, if they are powered by renewables.

beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/10/27/e...

#datacentre #AI #BigTech #Environment #UK
Text reads "New poll finds: Most UK citizens don't want data centres if it means more water shortages or more fossil fuels." Image of data centre computer.
October 27, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social
🚨New polling across 🇮🇪, 🇬🇧, 🇪🇸, 🇨🇭, 🇩🇪 finds:
👉 76% of people believe new data centres should be powered with renewable energy.
👉73% want governments to set clear criteria for energy distribution.
Renewables, transparency, & fairness are key for data centres.
More: beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/10/27/e...
October 27, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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BREAKING: Our research with Ricardo and @hertscc.bsky.social reveals that air pollution from burning in the home contributes to nearly 2,500 deaths across the UK each year.

Check out the Guardian's coverage of our research: www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Wood burners linked to 2,500 deaths a year in the UK, analysis finds
Use of wood-burning stoves and fires in homes is mostly unnecessary and their toxic pollution costs the NHS millions
www.theguardian.com
October 23, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Fantastic to see @mumsforlungs.bsky.social new research covered in the @theguardian.com today.

Wood burning is the most polluting way to heat your home, contributing to a range of health problems including heart and lung disease, diabetes and dementia.
mumsforlungs.bsky.social Mums for Lungs @mumsforlungs.bsky.social · 24d
BREAKING: Our latest research shows a 65% increase in complaints in Smoke Control Areas across England since last year.

Families across the country are suffering from neighbours’ burning, yet even after thousands of complaints, barely a handful of fines have been issued. #AirPollution #WoodBurning
No prosecutions made after 15,195 wood-burning complaints in a year in England
Campaigners say figures reveal a lack of enforcement with just 24 fines issued by councils for rule violations
www.theguardian.com
October 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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In 2021, we worked with @globalactionplan.bsky.social and @uniofsurrey.bsky.social to test ways of improving air quality in and around schools.

We found air purifiers in classroom reduced indoor particle concentrations by up to 57%:

www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Investigation of air pollution mitigation measures, ventilation, and indoor air quality at three schools in London
In UK urban areas, due to ease of accessibility and convenience, many schools are located close to main busy roads. This often results in pollution ho…
www.sciencedirect.com
October 21, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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As we head into winter, this research is a timely reminder of the impacts wood burning and gas cooking has on one’s health and healthcare systems.

#airpollution #health

www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Wood burning and gas cooking hugely costly to healthcare systems, New Zealand study finds
Experts suggest replacing gas hobs with electric ones, saying it is a win–win for health and the climate
www.theguardian.com
October 17, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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It was great to be at the High Court this morning for the first day of the #dieselgate trial, standing alongside @mumsforlungs.bsky.social, @asthmaandlung.org.uk, @clientearth.bsky.social, @cleancitiescampaign.org, and Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.

Manufacturers must be held to account.
mumsforlungs.bsky.social Mums for Lungs @mumsforlungs.bsky.social · Oct 13
Little lungs are paying for #Dieselgate every day. This morning we gathered at the Royal Courts of Justice on day one of the biggest ever group claim trial in English legal history. It’s time the car manufacturers paid. #AirPollution #Health
A group of people stand outside the Royal Courts of Justice on day one of the Dieselgate Pan NOx emissions trial. A pink banner says “Diesel damages little lungs” and a white banner says “Diesel makes kids sick”.
October 13, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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Cel Spellman shares why he’s supporting our Letters for Change campaign.

Teachers click here:
https://betterplaneteducation.org.uk/campaign/letters-for-change-young-voices-for-climate-education

@teachthefuture.bsky.social
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@letsgozero.bsky.social
October 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Cooking on gas stoves releases harmful pollutants, such as nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide.

Learn more about our retrofit project in partnership with @clasp-ngo.bsky.social
www.globalactionplan.org.uk/clean-air/ga...

#CleanAir #NetZero #Cooking
Photograph of woman using a gas cooker with a quote that reads: "The gas used to make smells and used to irritate my lungs, and I think with the induction it's better. I really enjoy it. It's good and it's quick and easy."
October 8, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Thank you to everyone who has already donated to our crowd justice fundraiser! With only 2 days remaining, can you help us reach our stretch goal of £30K?

crowdjustice.com/case/datacentre-challenge/
Picture of a thermometer indicating £20K fundraised so far, with a target of £30K. Text reads: Help us take the government to court to protect our environment from datacentres. Only 2 days left to reach our target. Donate today: www.crowdjustice.com/case/datacentre-challenge/
October 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Our research out today and covered in the Observer 👇 shows emissions from just 10 of the hundreds of UK data centres in the works could wipe out carbon emissions saved by switching to electric cars in 2025! @globalactionplan.bsky.social @foxglovelegal.bsky.social

observer.co.uk/news/busines...
Ten UK data centres could cancel EV emissions gain
Research has underlined the lack of transparent and reliable figures for expected emissions driven by data centre growth
observer.co.uk
October 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Alongside @foxglovelegal.bsky.social, we’re taking the government to court.

We have just 4 days left to reach our fundraising target of £20K to help cover the legal costs. Can you help us achieve it?

crowdjustice.com/case/datacentre-challenge/
October 2, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Together with foxglovelegal.bsky.social, we’re taking the government to court over their decision to approve a massive 90MW data centre in Buckinghamshire without considering the environmental consequences.
September 30, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Thousands of children across England are writing to the Secretary of State for Education, calling for climate change to be part of the primary curriculum.

Letters for Change gives pupils the chance to make their voices heard and shape the future of climate education.
September 29, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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September 25, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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"When this scheme came along I thought why not try it, and I'm so glad I did, it is better than the gas."

Learn more about our retrofit project in partnership with @clasp-ngo.bsky.social:
www.globalactionplan.org.uk/clean-air/ga...

#CleanAir #NetZero #Cooking
September 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Larissa Lockwood, Director of Policy and Campaigns at Global Action Plan asks: where is the systematic health sector leadership on air pollution?
The Seven Year Itch: Everyone agrees it needs to happen. Where now is the action on equipping health professionals to help protect patients from air pollution?
Larissa Lockwood, Director of Policy and Campaigns at Global Action Plan on equipping health professionals with the resources to protect their patients from air pollution.
www.globalactionplan.org.uk
September 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Today for World Car Free Day, our Parliamentary Campaigns Manager Anisah Khan writes how it's an opportunity to re-imagine our streets.

#WorldCarFreeDay

➡️ www.globalactionplan.org.uk/news/world-c...
World Car Free Day is an opportunity to re-imagine our streets.
September 22, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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Listen to Oliver Hayes, Head of Policy and Campaigns as he explains why - together with Foxglove - we're taking the government to court.

Please support our Crowdfunder: www.crowdjustice.com/case/datacen...
September 12, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Sign your students up today to get involved in our research project with University of Bath💡

We're inviting schools to take part in research which explores what young people care about most – from social issues to protecting the environment.

Email schools@globalactionplan.org.uk to sign up now.📧
Participate in research on how young people's perception of shared values underpin environmental hopes and actions
September 10, 2025 at 1:39 PM