Category: climate

  • Wild Beach School

    The Wild Beach School program, launched by the Final Straw Foundation in 2022, has connected over 3000 children in Hampshire and West Sussex with coastal ecosystems through hands-on learning. It fosters environmental stewardship, creativity, and teamwork while enhancing well-being. The initiative aims to provide all schools access, ensuring every child experiences the beach.

  • Wet wipes being extracted as part of sewage processing at Budds Farm Wastewater Treatment Plant

    Why Wet Wipes Are Blocking Our Pipes and Polluting Our Planet

    Wet wipes, often marketed as flushable, significantly contribute to sewer blockages, resulting in £200 million in annual costs for water companies in the UK. These products create harmful fatbergs and increase pollution on beaches. The solution is simple: follow the 3 P’s rule and dispose of wet wipes in the bin to protect the planet.

  • A photo of Big Ben and the houses of Parliament

    A New Dawn for Climate and Nature?

    After 14 years of Conservative rule, the UK has ushered in a Labour government. The previous administration left a poor environmental legacy with climate and nature targets off course. Now, more than ever, we need strong leadership to guide the UK towards meeting crucial climate targets and making decisions that will protect our health, well-being,…