We are hopefully nearing the end. But right now (early summer 2025) we are still experiencing a heatwave. 🥵 The daily average temperature has been around 10°C higher than usual here. 🌡️Today, we are looking at a peak of 37°C. Temperatures are finally set to dip in a couple of...

Our oceans.  Our most incredible defence system to the carbon problem. But our oceans have been weakened. They are less able to act as a climate regulator and support much needed adaptation. This month has been a big month for our oceans. It started with World Ocean Day on 8...

It’s tomorrow – in the early hours of the morning. I’m talking about the summer solstice (in the Northern Hemisphere).☀️ The summer solstice mostly falls on 21 June (officially it does vary between 20-22 June). Actually, right now in a lot of Europe we are in the middle of a...

Under our feet This is my favourite time of year for fruit and veg. The strawberries are super juicy, the cherries are sweet, the cucumbers are refreshing and the courgettes are slightly nutty. We have the soil to thank for our tasty food. The soil is the lifeblood of all...

Goodbye Pope Francis🙏 Welcome Pope Leo XIV🙌 The passing of the Pope on Easter Monday, had me read about some of his major (climate) achievements during the 12 years of his papacy. Back in September of 2024 he famously said “the Earth has a fever” and that “the Earth is...

I’m really enjoying seeing the blossoms blooming right now. 🌺 When I see the flowers of blossom trees I know that spring is around the corner. Blossom refers to the flowers of trees that bear fruit (with stones). Spring blossoms blooming 🌺In the south of France, the almond tree makes...

As I write and post this article I am leaving a carbon footprint. How many funny/informative/good news/bad news videos do you watch online every day? We all use electronic devices a lot. But how often do you think about your personal use and the impact of your electronic devices? Let’s...

Screwing up. I do it. Everyone is imperfect. I’ve seen a lot of posts about climate activists being shamed about one specific action, like buying lunch in plastic wrapping, or flying to an important event in another country. Activists, environmentalists, conservationists and eco enthusiasts are all trying hard to advance...

I’m off to the snow soon for the winter school holiday. A few days of skiing and sledging. A few years ago, I rediscovered sledging actually, who knew that this could be so much fun! Not just for the kids but adults too. There are even sledging slopes. So, this...