top of page
News


Climate misinformation webinar with Michael E. Mann, Robin Millington, and Anna Siewiorek
On January 29, The Climate Reality Project Europe hosted a webinar and interactive workshop on climate misinformation, disinformation, and greenwashing . The session brought together experts from science, finance, and advocacy to unpack how misleading climate narratives are evolving and what it will take to rebuild trust at a critical moment for climate action. The webinar was organized by The Climate Reality Project Europe and facilitated by Shooka Bidarian, Regional Organiz
Feb 42 min read


What we built together in 2025
Climate Leaders came together through trainings, organized in their cities, launched Climate Hubs, and took part in workshops and campaigns. Together with the Branch, they worked to influence policy and led initiatives in their own communities. Here are some of the highlights that defined our year and that we’re most proud of. A Climate Reality Leadership Training - celebrating 10 Years of the Paris Agreement In March, more than 800 people passionate about climate arrived fro
Dec 22, 20255 min read


UK's National Emergency Briefing - A Recap by Shooka Bidarian
Written by Shooka Bidarian, Northern Europe Regional Organizer, The Climate Reality Project Europe On Thursday, 27 November, more than a thousand leaders from government, business, academia, and civil society came together in Westminster for a gathering unlike any the UK had hosted before. The National Emergency Briefing set out to do something bold: cut through the noise of misinformation and present the country with the evidence of the escalating climate and nature emergen
Dec 3, 20253 min read


Europe’s New Climate Target - A Step Forward or Just More Delay?
As Europe swelters through another summer of extreme heatwaves, the European Commission has finally announced its climate target for 2040. But does it meet the urgency of the moment? You may have seen headlines today about the EU’s “2040 climate target.” And if you felt like it sounded distant, technical, and disconnected from your daily life - you're not alone. But here’s the thing: this decision affects every one of us , from the cost of energy and food to the air we breath
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Rosebank court case: a major win for climate action
The fight against the UK’s largest undeveloped oil field, Rosebank, has reached a pivotal moment: the Scottish Court has ruled that its approval by the previous UK government , was unlawful. This landmark decision is not just a legal victory—it’s a significant step in the fight for a sustainable future, setting a powerful precedent for ending new oil and gas developments. 📸 Edinburgh Rally, day one of the three-day court case, 12 Nov 2024, with the #StopRosebank coalition. W
Feb 5, 20253 min read


Katowice joins the Powering Past Coal Alliance: an interview with Mayor Marcin Krupa
Polish version below | Wersja w języku polskim znajduje się niżej. Katowice, once the heart of Poland’s coal industry, has officially joined the Powering Past Coal Alliance (PPCA), becoming part of a global network of cities and regions committed to phasing out coal. This historic step marks a significant milestone in the city’s energy transition and its commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future. The decision was shaped by years of work on just transition policies, wit
Jan 30, 20256 min read


Katowice, the coal capital of Poland, joins Powering Past Coal Alliance with support of Climate Reality Leaders
Katowice’s decision to join the Powering Past Coal Alliance (PPCA) is a monumental step for the Silesia region , marking a shift from its coal-dependent past to a sustainable future. This achievement stems not only from local government initiatives but also from years of dedicated work by Climate Reality Leaders, with Patryk Białas' (Volunteer Coordinator for Poland) leadership, who have tirelessly advocated for a just energy transition. Their efforts have included consultin
Jan 23, 20252 min read


Igniting change: highlights from our Rome Training
As the passionate discussions and enthusiastic networking of the 56th Climate Reality Leadership Training concluded, we are proud to leave behind a community enriched in knowledge and more connected in purpose . Our event successfully gathered over a thousand participants from across Europe, especially from the Southern regions most impacted by climate change. (from the left: Jessica Besch, Program & Engagement Manager, welcoming participants | Participant receiving their ba
Jul 10, 20243 min read


Join Us in Rome for the Climate Reality Leadership Training 2024
This June, we are opening Rome's doors to the future leaders of the climate movement. We are thrilled to extend an invitation to our...
Apr 10, 20242 min read


Climate Reality Europe's ChangeNOW highlights
The ChangeNOW conference has supercharged our commitment to tackling climate change, demonstrating the incredible momentum within our...
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Western Balkans’ Energy Transition: A Road Paved with Contradictions
The Western Balkans are witnessing a significant shift in their energy sector, moving steadily towards renewable sources. Countries like...
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Global Oil & Gas Companies: Driving Towards Climate Crisis
In an alarming update from the 2023 Global Oil & Gas Exit List (GOGEL), a public database tracking oil and gas companies, it's clear that...
Nov 15, 20232 min read


CAN Europe Manifesto for a Fossil-Free, Socially Just, and Climate-Neutral Union
The Climate Action Network Europe, the largest coalition of climate non-profit organisations on the continent, created a manifesto for...
Oct 30, 20238 min read


#StopRosebank: The Dire Consequences of the Rosebank Oil Field Development
The UK stands at an alarming crossroads. On one hand, there's the escalating climate crisis and the race to limit global warming to...
Sep 7, 20232 min read


EU Fossil Fuel Usage Hits Record Low in First Half of 2023
A remarkable shift in the European Union's energy landscape was spotlighted today by a recent report from think tank Ember. The EU...
Aug 30, 20232 min read


What the fossil fuel industry doesn't want you to know
Climate Reality founder Al Gore said it loud and clear: "The climate crisis is a fossil fuel crisis". Find out what Big Oil doesn't want...
Aug 14, 20231 min read


Global Fight to End Fossil Fuels
This September, millions of people around the world will take to the streets to demand a rapid, just, and equitable end to fossil fuels...
Aug 1, 20232 min read


Small and Medium Enterprises Struggle with Energy Crisis: Urgent Support Needed for Transition to Re
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe have been significantly impacted by the ongoing energy crisis fueled by high energy...
Jul 11, 20233 min read


Europe 2030 Lab
In a world consumed by the urgent need for climate action, the Europe 2030 Lab event provided a platform for Climate Reality Leaders to...
Jun 1, 20233 min read


Urgent intervention needed on Polish onshore wind regulation reform
The Climate Reality Project Europe joined a call of 30 non-profit climate organisations calling for an urgent intervention by the...
Feb 13, 20234 min read
bottom of page