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Hi Manfred,   We’re less than 9 months away until the UK hosts the most important global meeting on the climate and nature crisis since the Paris climate talks. Yesterday was Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s chance to prove he's willing to spend money on much-promised climate action. But he failed.   The government have been saying for months now that they want to build back better, but better for who exactly? Switch on the news today and you’ll likely hear awful stories about yet another round of job losses. [1] Behind every job loss is someone’s livelihood, their hopes and self-esteem.   If the Chancellor is serious about securing a green recovery, then he’s going to need an army of people to make it happen - and the investment in place to create millions of new jobs. [2] The UK needs to put people back to work and tackle the climate and nature emergency. By creating green jobs, the government can do both.   Can you quickly sign this petition and ask the government to create 1.8 million new green jobs?

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Hi Manfred,

 

After having had to adapt to one of the most challenging times in recent history, you have stuck with us and been right at the forefront throughout the year campaigning for the necessary changes our world needs. The bottom line is, you, that’s right - you - make everything we do possible and for that we thank you. 

 

Whether you took peaceful action, in real life or online, donated, lobbied companies or governments or spread the word in your local community - we've worked together to do some incredible things. And in 2021 we'll do even more. 

 

If you’re into watching explainer videos, doing a quiz or seeing the impact you’ve made possible this year - we hope you enjoy this end of year round up. Together, we've achieved a lot and there's so much to share with you. Read on!

 

If you just can’t get enough of the beauty of our planet and how we can keep it that way, check out the following: 

1. Our new series from Greenpeace Unearthed and HuffPost that explores how we can break the cycle and build a more resilient world. 
2. The blog showcasing The Pantanal wetlands: the most beautiful place you’ve never heard of – and find out why it needs protecting and what it can teach us about the future of the planet. 
3. Watch season two of our documentary series - Ocean Witness exploring the beauty of our oceans and incredible marine life.
4. Get a 10% supporter discount when you buy this children's book from Greenpeace activist Meena Rajput which sees Mishika make a crucial decision whether to save her hat or save the planet from destruction. 
5. Watch our 'best of 2020' video now as we move forward and stay connected to what’s important.

Demanding change in 2021

 

Will you ask Tesco to stop buying meat from forest destroyers

and end deforestation in their supply chains.

Hi Manfred, I hope you're well. From the climate emergency to the destruction of the natural world - and of course, this global pandemic we're living through - these are not easy times. But did you know these three emergencies are closely connected? Supermarkets like Tesco are relying on an industrial meat system that is slashing and burning our forests and having catastrophic effects on our climate, nature and our health too. Will you ask Tesco to stop buying meat from forest destroyers to help tackle this triple emergency?

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Forests are being cleared and replaced with cattle ranches and soya farms for animal feed. In the process, vast amounts of CO2 are released into the atmosphere, Indigenous Peoples are subjected to violence, and natural habitats are destroyed, which increases the risk of future pandemics by shaking viruses loose from their natural hosts. [1] The rising demand for meat in the UK and around the world has created a destructive, greedy and bloated meat industry. And Tesco is supporting it by buying meat from companies owned by JBS - the biggest meat producer in the world - which has repeatedly been found guilty of driving deforestation in the Amazon. [2] Tesco has the power to help break the destructive cycle of industrial meat production by refusing to stock products from companies owned by forest destroyers like JBS. But until they hear it from the public, Tesco will keep making the excuse that consumers don't want to see change. That's why we're asking Tesco to drop Amazon forest destroyers from their supply chains. And to tackle the climate emergency, they also need to replace half their meat products with plant-based alternatives by 2025. *If you ever shop at Tesco, don't forget to tick the box on the petition form - as a customer your voice is even more important to them.*

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There is nothing natural about industrial meat: forest fires are started deliberately each year to clear rich, biodiverse forest to grow UK chicken feed in its place. This system is churning out nearly three million chickens every day. By selling industrial meat, our supermarkets and fast food companies are supporting this destructive system. Some investors are already taking a stand - but we need food companies to go further. [3] Ask Tesco to act now to preserve the forest that we have left, and protect people, our planet and our health.

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Take care, stay well, and thank you for all that you do. Flo Greenpeace Notes: [1] Unearthed: Breaking down the Amazon, how deforestation could drive the next pandemic Or watch the video on Facebook [2] Greenpeace blog: Why meat is bad for the environment The Guardian: Revealed: new evidence links Brazil meat giant JBS to Amazon deforestation [3] The Guardian: Investors drop Brazil meat giant JBS

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Don't let Trump Rewrite our trade rules

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We've got to protect our food and farmers under threat from a US trade deal.
Can you call on the government to put in place a legally binding guarantee that the health and well-being of the UK public, farmers and our natural world will never be undermined by any future trade deals.
Sign the petition >> https://act.gp/323GeLO

 

Hi Manfred Thank you for signing the petition to protect our food standards. A phenomenal 300,000 people have signed the petition calling on our government to stand up to Donald Trump.  We’ve got to keep the pressure up, and the best way to do this is to show that even more people across the country feel the same way about protecting our food, farming and environmental standards. Can you watch and share this video with your friends and family? Thanks for all that you do, Aakash Greenpeace UK

🚨HMG commits we will NOT lower our food & farming healthHer Majesty's Government (term)

🚨HMG commits we will NOT lower our food & farming health + #animalwelfare standards as we negotiate our new post-Brexit trade deals.

ThankYou @10DowningStreet @tradegovuk_food @DefraGovUK @BorisJohnson @trussliz #GeorgeEustice @ZacGoldsmith @GregHands for listening & confirming https://t.co/aSzvVll90H pic.twitter.com/P7NLZ6KBaK

— George Freeman MP (@GeorgeFreemanMP) June 6, 2020

The UK goverment claims to be a world leader in marine protection

The UK goverment claims to be a world leader in marine protection, but we've just caught the world's largest supertrawler fishing in a "protected" area of UK waters - is this the government's idea of ocean protection?https://t.co/I1kXhbo1s4

— Greenpeace UK (@GreenpeaceUK) May 15, 2020

In the world’s first ‘Coronavirus elections’, South Korea voted for climate action

In the world’s first ‘Coronavirus elections’, South Korea voted for climate action via @greenpeaceuk https://t.co/4roAh0nMpX

— paukstadt (@paukstadt) May 16, 2020

Hi Manfred,

I hope you are keeping safe and well at home during these times.

It’s vital that you know that your unwavering support has been incredible, and it continues to be crucial as we work towards securing a safer, greener, more peaceful world. We can’t thank you enough for standing with us now and in the future.

We’ve loved hearing your stories of how people are supporting each other and the strength of community spirit, which just emphasises the importance of staying connected. With that in mind we wanted to share with you the initiatives that come recommended from fellow Greenpeace supporters, whilst sharing some good news along the way.

 From all of us at Greenpeace, we wish you the very best and hope you are safe and well.

Carolyn Hoskin
Supporter Services

Yes, you read that right, nightingales! Tune in from 10pm.

Plans tonight? 🤔
To celebrate #EarthDay2020, @petshopboys @samleesong @lilycole @JohnnyFlynnHQ @ChrisGPackham & more are streaming a unique gig featuring the song of courting nightingales. 🎵

Yes, you read that right, nightingales! Tune in from 10pm.https://t.co/zAuj7kDB1n

— Greenpeace UK (@GreenpeaceUK) April 22, 2020

Online activism: how petitions and social media campaigns have changed the world

Online activism: how petitions and social media campaigns have changed the world via @greenpeaceuk https://t.co/RHbkJKn0W7

— paukstadt (@paukstadt) April 19, 2020

One day soon, the world will pull through the coronavirus crisis.When that day arrives, will we go back to the world as it was before, or do we aim for a more equal, more sustainable world?

Help us decide what to do next

Hi Manfred, One day soon, the world will pull through the coronavirus crisis. When that day arrives, will we go back to the world as it was before, or do we aim for a more equal, more sustainable world? That's a huge question to answer. But as coronavirus has thrown into sharp focus how vulnerable large parts of society are, it’s a question we need to ask ourselves. Can you spare 4 minutes to help shape one of our biggest campaigns of 2020? Here’s the first question: Should the government treat the Covid-19 crisis as a moment to create a world not only more resilient to pandemics, but to climate change and the loss of nature? Click to share your views: YES NO NOT SURE While anyone can catch this awful virus, not everyone faces the same risk. People on the front line – nurses, carers, bus drivers, supermarket staff – work some of the lowest paid jobs, but are left the most exposed. With the climate emergency, it’s a similar story. Low income households are more likely to live in poorly insulated homes, or lack savings and insurance to help them get back on their feet after a disaster. Right now, governments must prioritise saving lives and protecting people. But when the worst is over, what should come next? A growing group of voices are calling for the Covid-19 crisis to be a turning point – for this to be a moment when we aim for a fairer, safer and more resilient world. But I’d love to know what you think, Manfred. Click below to answer and let us know how you think Greenpeace should campaign next. Should the government treat the Covid-19 crisis as a moment to create a world not only more resilient to pandemics, but to climate change and the loss of nature? YES NO NOT SURE In the Financial Times last week, Indian author Arundhati Roy wrote that past pandemics have left humanity “ready to fight for" a new, better world. Because such massive upheaval has “forced humans to break with the past and imagine their world anew.” [1] Do you agree? Click below to reply -- and to answer a few more quick questions on how Greenpeace should campaign next. Should the government treat the Covid-19 crisis as a moment to create a world not only more resilient to pandemics, but to climate change and the loss of nature? YES NO NOT SURE Thank you – and I hope you and your loved ones are well and safe. Sam Greenpeace UK NOTES 1. Arundhati Roy: ‘The pandemic is a portal’

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I hope you’re safe and well. Like me, you probably feel like you don’t know whether you’re coming or going right now.Your mind may be racing with all the things that need rearranging, postponing, cancelling, how to stay afloat financially and keep friends and family safe. The coming days and weeks will be tough.

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Hi there, I hope you’re safe and well. Like me, you probably feel like you don’t know whether you’re coming or going right now. Your mind may be racing with all the things that need rearranging, postponing, cancelling, how to stay afloat financially and keep friends and family safe. The coming days and weeks will be tough. As a Greenpeace supporter - someone who is invested in keeping the planet and its people safe - I know this new crisis may be hitting you especially hard. But it’s important that we support the vulnerable people in our communities and weather this storm together. I want to reassure you that at Greenpeace we are doing all we can to respond to this public health emergency - both for staff and volunteers, and the planet and its people. Our staff are working from home for the foreseeable (over the years, our carbon saving flight policy means we’ve got pretty good at video calls ;-) ) and of course, while this situation continues, we’ll be finding other ways to have our say that don’t involve public gatherings. But we are well aware that once we have defeated COVID-19, we will still have a climate crisis to tackle, oceans to protect, and forests to save. One thing’s for sure - we are still working on these goals as we speak. Greenpeace has a long history of reacting and adapting to changing world events - and that is what we will do. We will find ways to continue to have an impact and to influence governments and corporations as events unfold. And we will find ways for you to help to save the planet from home. During this time, governments will be injecting trillions into the global economy to keep it afloat. They have the opportunity to direct that money towards clean industries, to set in place a greener economy, and create a more resilient system that puts people and planet first. Rather than propping up old industries that are causing the next great crisis - the climate and nature crisis. So watch this space. No doubt we will need your voices very soon. In the meantime, let’s take care of ourselves - and each other. There are so many ways to support communities at a time of crisis - both online and in real life. We’ve made a list below of useful organisations and resources for you to investigate, including ways that you can give or receive help at this time. And if you can get outdoors into nature - if you are able to do that in a way that keeps you and others around you safe - take some time to appreciate the incredible planet we’ve been working to protect. I know that as I write this, I can hear the early evening birdsong of spring outside my window. It’s the perfect reminder of what keeps us going. The connectedness of our planet has never been more clear. And whatever happens, we’re all in this together. Take care, John Sauven, Executive Director Greenpeace Organisations and resources: Next Door app - a neighbourhood network Join a Covid Mutual Aid group where volunteers are organising help for people in their community - find your local Greenpeace group More from us - read Five ways to stay connected and fight the coronavirus Greenpeace local groups - we have local groups around the UK who will be meeting online Donate: a fundraising appeal by the National Emergencies Trust to help those most affected by COVID-19

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Hi Manfred - we're being taken to court

Hi Manfred - we're being taken to court for forcing BP to act on the climate emergency. [1]
I'm writing to let you know that we won't - under any circumstances - stop fighting for the climate until BP stop digging up fossil fuels. It's the only way we can get out of the climate crisis. Can you help show BP and every other fossil fuel company out there that we've not been scared off by their bully tactics? We're as ready as ever to take them on!

99,478 people have so far signed the petition calling on BP to switch to 100% renewable energy - or shut down. Please add your name too.

To: incoming BP CEO Bernard Looney "We're in a climate emergency. BP must immediately stop digging for new oil and gas, and reveal a credible plan to go 100% renewable - or shut down; SIGN THE PETITION  Click the button to sign immediately - no need to fill in your details

Watch and share this powerful film

Watch and share this powerful film

Hi Manfred, Right now, only 1% of our global oceans are protected. Overfishing, plastic pollution, oil drilling and climate breakdown are gutting our oceans of life and destroying delicate ecosystems. It’s a tragedy we need to act on before it’s too late. That’s why we’ve worked with a great cast of actors including Dame Helen Mirren and Olivia Colman and the creators of Wallace and Gromit to make a powerful short film about the impact reckless industries are having on ocean life. It tells the heartbreaking story of a turtle family trying to get home, in an ocean that desperately needs protection. Manfred, we need as many people as possible to know about the urgent crisis unfolding in our oceans if we’re going to change it. Will you take 2 minutes to watch this video and share it with your friends and family? WATCH AND SHARE Not on Facebook? Check out the video here. The plight of sea turtles represents the suffering of our oceans as a whole. Like the turtle family in the film, sea turtles in real life are under intense stress from destructive industries. Six out of the seven sea turtle species are threatened with extinction due to the pressures of multiple ocean threats [1]. And it’s more than just turtles at risk. Studies have shown marine life is disappearing at twice the speed of life on land [2]. This is a reality we can’t accept -- and crucially we don’t have to. Scientists have a plan that would help heal our oceans. If we can create a vast network of sanctuaries - areas off-limit to destructive industries - we’ll give wildlife a chance to recover and thrive [3]. And for the first time in history, there’s a process underway to make this possible: a UN Global Ocean Treaty. To secure a strong treaty, we need as many people as possible to show the world why our oceans matter. Will you watch and share this powerful short video to help spread the word?   WATCH AND SHARE Not on Facebook? Check out the video here. It’s a little-known fact that keeping our oceans healthy and teeming with life is not just the right thing to do, it’s crucial for ensuring our survival too [4]. This is because the vast array of amazing life in our oceans is one of our best allies in the fight against climate breakdown. Sea creatures naturally capture climate-wrecking carbon and store it away. This is why it’s so important that we give our oceans a fighting chance. Manfred, we can change the fate of our oceans, but first we need people to know that they’re in crisis. Will you help get the word out? WATCH AND SHARE Not on Facebook? Check out the video here. Thanks for all you do, Sophie and the Oceans team Greenpeace UK Notes: [1] https://iucn-mtsg.org/about-turtles/ [2] https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/ocean-dwelling-species-are-disappearing-twice-quickly-land-animals-180972040/ [3] https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/challenges/ocean-sanctuaries/ [4] https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/30x30-groundbreaking-scientific-study-maps-protect-third-worlds-oceans-2030/

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It's truly incredible to look back at what you have made possible over the last year

It's truly incredible to look back at what you have made possible over the last year. This is a tiny selection of the great progress we are making together for the future of our planet. Your support is making the fightback against the climate emergency possible! Check out the year in pictures.
Hi Manfred,
2019 was an amazing year for people power. Thanks for being a part of it.
Whether you took action online, donated or spread the word in your local community - we've worked together to do some incredible things. And in 2020 we'll do even more.
Here’s a video message to you from our Executive Director, John Sauven, on behalf of all of us at Greenpeace.

 

GREENPEACE UK

Hi Manfred, Last week's General Election was hugely significant, regardless of how you voted. However you feel about the outcome, there's one thing we can all agree on: we are in a climate emergency and we can't afford to waste any more time. The new government must act now to tackle this crisis as quickly as possible. But, we now have a majority government that wants a 3rd runway at Heathrow, continues to support fossil fuels, and is not doing enough to support climate justice in the Global South. Although the Prime Minister has paid lip service to environmental concerns in the past, we still need to put huge pressure on him and hold him to account to make sure he puts our planet first. But there are reasons for hope. The past year has been so inspiring. People across the country - and the world - want climate action, and they want it now. For the first time in history, climate change is one of the most pressing issues on the political agenda. Even though they need to act much faster, politicians have started to listen - the Conservative government has committed to more than tripling offshore wind by 2030, and fighting to protect global oceans. And in 2020 we have a real opportunity to hold the powerful to account and try to get more real and meaningful action to tackle the climate emergency. And what better stage to do it on than when the UK hosts the most important global climate conference, the COP, in Glasgow next year? The UK has a unique chance to lead the climate fight - so let’s start preparing now. Will you get involved in 2020? Here are a few ways you can take action and help protect the climate: Local political action is more important than ever - MPs still answer to us, and with enough local pressure they won’t be able to ignore our concerns. Greenpeace’s Political Lobbying Network is made up of hundreds of people from across the UK who write to, meet and tweet at MPs, keeping our environment at the top of the agenda. Local, political activism is extremely effective at holding politicians to account. Anyone can get involved, experienced or not, we can provide you with lots of training and support! Will you join our Political Lobbying Network and lobby your MP on the climate emergency? I'll join the PLN You can help push the climate crisis to the top of the political agenda by donating as little as £3 today. Your generous gift could fund our boldest climate campaign yet and send an urgent message to Boris Johnson to end dirty fossil fuel production, plant hundreds of millions of trees to clean our air and stop Heathrow expansion. Can you donate as little as £3, and help protect our earth for future generations? Yes, I'll donate People power is the driving force behind our campaigns. Huge numbers of people speaking out against corporations and governments is our greatest weapon in the fight for climate action. When you speak out you’re tarnishing their image, you’re stopping their lies, and you’re forcing them to listen and change. Can you spread our message and inspire people to take action for the planet? Every voice makes our movement stronger! Can you share this video with your family and friends and help make our movement stronger? I'll share the video The recent election results mean that now’s more important than ever to hold corporations and our government to account. Politicians still answer to us, so let’s make our voices heard and make the planet the priority. Thank you for everything you do, and I wish you a restful holiday period - we’re going to need all our energy next year! Rebecca Newsom Head of Politics, Greenpeace UK P.S. Before the election, we analysed all major parties' manifestos and ranked them based on their proposals to deal with the climate emergency, you can read that here.

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