Climate Crisis

Climate justice activist talks intersectional environmentalism, keeping activism accessible, and how we can all make a difference.

With COP26 over, the focus of activists and campaigners returns to our city - and what its decision makers can do to reach the ambitious goal of zero carbon by 2030. Grassroots action is a huge part of the picture, says Shahed Ezaydi.

We asked local activists what they thought of the international summit in Glasgow - and what comes next here in Sheffield to tackle the climate crisis.

Created at a series of assemblies organised by Olivia Blake, the document calls for transformative change on food, finance, energy and biodiversity.

Councillors have backed a proposal to charge the most polluting buses, lorries and taxis – but private cars will be exempt.

Considering how cheap and well-connected our city’s public transport used to be, big changes which reduce emissions and offer a viable alternative to cars are well within reach. It’s a matter of political will.

We can't spontaneously start making good decisions about climate action after generations of damage. Imagination is all we have, argues Andrew Wood.