The ocean has absorbed most of the carbon emitted by humans so far, and an international agreement has long been needed to protect it for future generations, so it can continue to be a source of livelihood and joy. This afternoon the BBNJ Treaty will be debated, helping make this a reality

After a sustained case made by Peers, the Government has confirmed its new strategic approach in the #PlanningBill will only be introduced where it is safe for nature - a vital step towards ensuring development and nature protection can work together

📰Yesterday P4P Vice-Chair Baroness Boycott wrote to @thetimes.com about her amendment requiring the Government to ensure that new and existing schools are adapted to climate risks like extreme heat and flooding.
The amendment will be debated in September where Govt will have to respond

It was great to welcome so many people along to our annual reception yesterday.

Big thanks to 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝘆 for your inspiring words on the power of culture & communication and working together to inspire change on #Climate and #NatureLoss

Plastic pollution is a global problem that needs a global solution. Today Baroness Parminter is asking government what they are doing to ensure the legally binding global treaty, which was agreed necessary at @unep.org in 2022, comes to light.

In the first 4 months of this year, the UK had more 🔥#wildfires 🔥than in any of the previous 20 - outlined in the graph below which shows how important it is becoming to build resilience in this area.
Today Peers will be debating action being taken to manage wildfire risks.

Thanks to @TheCrownEstate for hosting a P4P Peers visit to #WindsorGreatPark yesterday.

It was great to meet the staff and conservationists involved in the major restoration programme to enhance this important environmental and ecological area - for people and nature.

Today in #LordsQs Peers will be debate the health harms of ultra-processed food.

Our graph of the week shows the UK is the 2nd largest consumer of UPFs ~ a shift to more sustainable, healthy diets offers a big opportunity to support public health and a more nature-positive future

We are so pleased P4P Director, Lynette Huntley, is in
@endsreport.com 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - recognising the UK’s 100 most impactful environmental professionals.

Congratulations to everyone on the list and for all the inspiring work to create a more sustainable future! 🌍💚

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We would like to wish Sir David Attenborough, pictured below launching Peers for the Planet in 2020, the happiest of birthdays today!
Even at 99 he continues to be a global leader in the fight against the twin threats of climate change and biodiversity loss.

Today there are two debates which offer Peers the opportunity to highlight the economic and other co-benefits that decarbonising our economy and restoring our natural environment could bring.
You can watch them now, here: parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

We will be joining @wwf.org.uk and millions of people around the world this Saturday 22nd March who will be taking part in #EarthHour at 8.30pm

Join us for 60 minutes of global unity, in support & celebration of our planet

We hosted @thecccuk.bsky.social for a briefing on their #SeventhCarbonBudget. Thanks to @elpinchbeck.bsky.social @piersforster.bsky.social and Dr Eoin Devane for setting out the opportunities that could deliver energy & economic security + net savings for households if we act decisively this decade

Today a few climate and nature issues being raised in the Lords inc:
🚢An OQ on the UK/Columbia treaty about ISDS - (which allows the Columbia to be sued for improving environmental regulations)
🔋And the Clean Heat Market Mechanism SI, which requires boiler manufacturers to produce more heat pumps

Yesterday Baroness Sheehan asked Minister Baroness Hayman of Ullock about progress with the delayed Land Use Strategy – which will be crucial to meeting our climate and nature targets and other national priorities. The Minister confirmed it should be published later this month 👇👇

Peers for the Planet is now on Bluesky!

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