Peter Newell
@peternewell.bsky.social
Academic, activist, lover of nature, football, drums & dogs
I am thrilled that @carolinelucas.bsky.social is joining Sussex University as Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability to help me and my colleagues in the School of Progressive Futures support critically needed research, teaching and civic engagement on this vital issue. @sussex.ac.uk
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Caroline Lucas, former leader of the Green Party and MP for Brighton Pavilion, as the University's first Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability at the Sussex School for Progressive Futures (SSPF).
Caroline Lucas appointed as new Professor of Practice at the University of Sussex
Caroline Lucas has been appointed by the University of Sussex as its first Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability.
www.sussex.ac.uk
November 7, 2025 at 10:56 AM
I am thrilled that @carolinelucas.bsky.social is joining Sussex University as Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability to help me and my colleagues in the School of Progressive Futures support critically needed research, teaching and civic engagement on this vital issue. @sussex.ac.uk
My new book is out States of Transition: From Governing the Environment to Transforming Society published by @universitypress.cambridge.org
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
November 7, 2025 at 9:42 AM
My new book is out States of Transition: From Governing the Environment to Transforming Society published by @universitypress.cambridge.org
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
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🛢️We cannot lose sight of phasing out fossil fuels.
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
We Cannot Lose Sight of Phasing Out Fossil Fuels
Phasing out the use of fossil fuels, not just simply rebuilding low-carbon systems, should be the goal of COP30.
nationalinterest.org
November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM
🛢️We cannot lose sight of phasing out fossil fuels.
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
Join us live from COP30 to hear 'Voices from the front lines of energy transitions' www.ids.ac.uk/events/live-... @suspol.bsky.social @fossilexit.bsky.social @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
Live from COP30: Voices from the front lines of energy transitions - Institute of Development Studies
This webinar brings together voices from marginalised front-line territories of energy extraction and transition, presenting their struggles to construct more just energy futures.
www.ids.ac.uk
October 30, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Join us live from COP30 to hear 'Voices from the front lines of energy transitions' www.ids.ac.uk/events/live-... @suspol.bsky.social @fossilexit.bsky.social @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
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New blog from @peternewell.bsky.social
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society- Environment and Climate Politics | BISA
- Environment and Climate Politics Working Group
www.bisa.ac.uk
October 30, 2025 at 7:39 AM
New blog from @peternewell.bsky.social
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
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📣 New blog from the University of Amsterdam’s CLIFF project team asking:
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
Reconciling the Global South’s Right to Develop with Leaving Fossil Fuels Underground
The Global South is home to 78% of unburnable reserves, which raises urgent questions of equity, justice and the right to development.
www.sussex.ac.uk
October 21, 2025 at 12:31 PM
📣 New blog from the University of Amsterdam’s CLIFF project team asking:
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
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The price of partnership with the United States has changed. Washington is now using assurances of defence and trade access to pressure allies in Europe and Asia to buy more of its fossil fuels under decades-long contracts. theconversation.com/trump-is-pus...
Trump is pushing allies to buy US gas. It’s bad economics – and a catastrophe for the climate
As China secures its role in clean tech exports, the US is doubling down on fossil fuels – and pushing allies to buy US gas.
theconversation.com
October 21, 2025 at 1:02 AM
The price of partnership with the United States has changed. Washington is now using assurances of defence and trade access to pressure allies in Europe and Asia to buy more of its fossil fuels under decades-long contracts. theconversation.com/trump-is-pus...
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UK food inflation is being driven by climate change-induced extreme weather, driving up price of butter, milk, beef, chocolate & coffee
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
Five staples fuelling UK food inflation as climate risks rise, study finds
Findings challenge narrative that food price growth is being driven by higher taxes and wage costs
www.ft.com
October 21, 2025 at 6:28 AM
UK food inflation is being driven by climate change-induced extreme weather, driving up price of butter, milk, beef, chocolate & coffee
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
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🔜 Next week in #ECPRSeminars on Energy Politics, Policy and Governance ⤵️
🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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October 20, 2025 at 11:02 AM
🔜 Next week in #ECPRSeminars on Energy Politics, Policy and Governance ⤵️
🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
✍️ Register now
🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
✍️ Register now
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New analysis from @climateanalytics.org reveals: Carbon Capture & Storage - #CCS - is a high-risk gamble for Asia.
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
The global climate risks of Asia’s expansive carbon capture and…
This report looks at the climate and economic implications of Asia’s promotion of carbon capture and storage (CCS) to reduce fossil fuel emissions.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:59 AM
New analysis from @climateanalytics.org reveals: Carbon Capture & Storage - #CCS - is a high-risk gamble for Asia.
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
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Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
www.theguardian.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
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Newsweek #Climate
At COP28, oil-rich Colombia moves to end fossil fuels and protect forests
Colombian Environment Minister Susana Muhamad said her country is reducing fossil fuels and deforestation, but global economics don't support climate action.
www.newsweek.com
September 27, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Newsweek #Climate
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World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
www.theguardian.com
September 24, 2025 at 4:38 PM
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
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🚨 Breaking news from the #UNGA sidelines:
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
Government of Colombia Announces First International Conference for the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels — The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative
During the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City, Colombia proudly announces its plan to host the First International Conference for the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026. The ...
fossilfueltreaty.org
September 22, 2025 at 12:51 PM
🚨 Breaking news from the #UNGA sidelines:
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
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Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’ #Climate
Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’
New data shows governments now planning more fossil fuel production in coming decades than they were in 2023
www.theguardian.com
September 22, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’ #Climate
Amazing contribution from @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social at the @fossiltreaty.bsky.social virtual summit. Grateful for her conviction that ‘the fossil fuel treaty is making the future liveable for humans & more than humans alike’. @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social
September 15, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Amazing contribution from @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social at the @fossiltreaty.bsky.social virtual summit. Grateful for her conviction that ‘the fossil fuel treaty is making the future liveable for humans & more than humans alike’. @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social
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"The advisory opinion of the ICJ made it clear that going down the fossil fuel production expansion is an internationally wrongful act under international law," Regenvanu said. www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
'Wrongful act': Vanuatu warns Australia may break international law if gas project goes ahead
A senior Pacific minister has warned Australia's energy transition is no longer defensible, following a landmark legal ruling.
www.sbs.com.au
September 11, 2025 at 2:36 AM
"The advisory opinion of the ICJ made it clear that going down the fossil fuel production expansion is an internationally wrongful act under international law," Regenvanu said. www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
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Linking of oil giants to major heatwaves marks ‘leap forward’ for legal liability cases: Study shows how individual fossil fuel companies are making previously impossible heatwaves happen and could have to pay compensation Carbon emissions from the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies ha...
Linking of oil giants to major heatwaves marks ‘leap forward’ for legal liability cases
Linking of oil giants to major heatwaves marks ‘leap forward’ for legal liability cases: Study shows how individual fossil fuel companies are making previously impossible heatwaves happen and could have to pay compensation Carbon emissions from the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies ha...
www.theguardian.com
September 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Linking of oil giants to major heatwaves marks ‘leap forward’ for legal liability cases: Study shows how individual fossil fuel companies are making previously impossible heatwaves happen and could have to pay compensation Carbon emissions from the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies ha...
Fascinating piece by @andrewsimms.bsky.social for @responsiblesci.bsky.social on the connections between arms control treaties & the origins of the campaign for a @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social
www.sgr.org.uk/resources/ca...
www.sgr.org.uk/resources/ca...
Carbon disarmament: the rise of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
With oil majors abandoning climate targets and politicians friendly to their interests capturing power, Andrew Simms looks at how SGR’s campaigning history inadvertently sparked an idea, developed joi...
www.sgr.org.uk
September 10, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Fascinating piece by @andrewsimms.bsky.social for @responsiblesci.bsky.social on the connections between arms control treaties & the origins of the campaign for a @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social
www.sgr.org.uk/resources/ca...
www.sgr.org.uk/resources/ca...
Delighted to join the opening panel of the @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social for the virtual summit with inspiring leaders such as Susana Muhamad @tzeporah.bsky.social @nikkireisch.bsky.social @martaschaaf.bsky.social Tasneem Essop & Lily Nacpil. Join us over the next week to explore ways forward
September 9, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Delighted to join the opening panel of the @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social for the virtual summit with inspiring leaders such as Susana Muhamad @tzeporah.bsky.social @nikkireisch.bsky.social @martaschaaf.bsky.social Tasneem Essop & Lily Nacpil. Join us over the next week to explore ways forward
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CO2 storage is a “scarce resource” rather than “an unlimited solution” say Grantham Institute, owing to inaccessibility, earthquakes, population centres
It should not be “wasted on offsetting ongoing and avoidable CO₂ pollution” from fossil fuels that can be substituted
www.ft.com/content/7ace...
It should not be “wasted on offsetting ongoing and avoidable CO₂ pollution” from fossil fuels that can be substituted
www.ft.com/content/7ace...
Carbon capture set to be less useful in tackling climate change, scientists warn
CO₂ stored underground will be at risk of leaking back into the atmosphere, study finds
www.ft.com
September 4, 2025 at 12:28 PM
CO2 storage is a “scarce resource” rather than “an unlimited solution” say Grantham Institute, owing to inaccessibility, earthquakes, population centres
It should not be “wasted on offsetting ongoing and avoidable CO₂ pollution” from fossil fuels that can be substituted
www.ft.com/content/7ace...
It should not be “wasted on offsetting ongoing and avoidable CO₂ pollution” from fossil fuels that can be substituted
www.ft.com/content/7ace...
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the #fossilfuel non proliferation treaty campaign is an amazing example of NGO success. it began as an academic idea (shout out @peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social) & now has real legs in climate arena thanks to warriors like @tzeporah.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘Every company wants to produce the last barrel sold’: the treaty to stop fossil fuel production
Tzeporah Berman’s campaign group believes Cop30 will help its initiative to phase out oil, coal and gas take shape
www.theguardian.com
September 3, 2025 at 2:49 PM
the #fossilfuel non proliferation treaty campaign is an amazing example of NGO success. it began as an academic idea (shout out @peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social) & now has real legs in climate arena thanks to warriors like @tzeporah.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Great interview with Tzeporah Berman in The Guardian on growing momentum towards a Fossil Fuel Non Proliferation Treaty www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘Every company wants to produce the last barrel sold’: the treaty to stop fossil fuel production
Tzeporah Berman’s campaign group believes Cop30 will help its initiative to phase out oil, coal and gas take shape
www.theguardian.com
September 2, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Great interview with Tzeporah Berman in The Guardian on growing momentum towards a Fossil Fuel Non Proliferation Treaty www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Just published - our #BISA2025 conference video featuring the best highlights 🎉
We would love you to watch it - spot yourself down below! 🌟
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@julietdryden.bsky.social @peternewell.bsky.social @juanitamarieelias.bsky.social
@bleiker.bsky.social @debbielisle.bsky.social
We would love you to watch it - spot yourself down below! 🌟
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@julietdryden.bsky.social @peternewell.bsky.social @juanitamarieelias.bsky.social
@bleiker.bsky.social @debbielisle.bsky.social
#BISA2025 in Belfast - 50th anniversary conference
For our milestone 50th anniversary conference in June 2025, we visited Belfast, the gateway to Northern Ireland, where we held almost 400 panels, roundtables, keynotes, receptions and more.
1,200…
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August 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Just published - our #BISA2025 conference video featuring the best highlights 🎉
We would love you to watch it - spot yourself down below! 🌟
👉 buff.ly/znA2PGP
@julietdryden.bsky.social @peternewell.bsky.social @juanitamarieelias.bsky.social
@bleiker.bsky.social @debbielisle.bsky.social
We would love you to watch it - spot yourself down below! 🌟
👉 buff.ly/znA2PGP
@julietdryden.bsky.social @peternewell.bsky.social @juanitamarieelias.bsky.social
@bleiker.bsky.social @debbielisle.bsky.social
New paper with Kyla Tienhaara & Harro van Asselt in Global Policy exploring whether climate clubs might be able to resist ISDS measures being used to slow the energy transition onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... @suspol.bsky.social @sussexsrp.bsky.social
Radical Reform of the International Investment Treaty Regime: A Role for Climate Clubs?
There is growing concern that provisions in international investment treaties are being used to delay the critically needed transition away from fossil fuels. Although various procedural and substant...
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August 29, 2025 at 8:44 AM
New paper with Kyla Tienhaara & Harro van Asselt in Global Policy exploring whether climate clubs might be able to resist ISDS measures being used to slow the energy transition onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... @suspol.bsky.social @sussexsrp.bsky.social