COP 30

The crucial climate talks are taking place from 10-21 Nov s in Belem, Brazil, a country known for its vast rainforests and vibrant social movements. Key themes this year include protecting forests and indigenous people as well as getting commitments from countries to cut emissions and come up with the funding needed to tackle climateContinue reading “COP 30”

Portsmouth Fairtrade 2024

2024 has been a memorable year for us. We celebrated our 20 years as a Fairtrade City and also commemorated 30 years of the Fairtrade Foundation. The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Councillor Tom Coles, invited people who had been involved with Fairtrade to a Civic reception in the Lord Mayor’s parlour on 5th March. ThisContinue reading “Portsmouth Fairtrade 2024”

The Fossil Fuel Treaty

What is the Fossil Fuel Treaty? A growing global movement, spearheaded by governments in the global south, for a much-needed Fossil Fuel Treaty. The treaty would provide a framework for keeping global heating within 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, the target world leaders agreed in 2015 as necessary for preventing runaway climate change. It would createContinue reading “The Fossil Fuel Treaty”

Fairtrade Fortnight 2024

Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 – Be the Change This year we are celebrating 30 years of the Fairtrade Mark in Britain This means 30 years of farmers using the power of Fairtrade to drive positive change in their communities. So, we’re expecting an extra special Fairtrade Fortnight from 9th to 22nd September. The theme is BeContinue reading “Fairtrade Fortnight 2024”