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Australian Senator Pete Whish-Wilson Campaigns to Save Maugean Skate

Hobart, Australia – Senator Pete Whish-Wilson of the Australian Greens has issued a strong call to action, urging the federal government to take immediate steps to protect the critically endangered Maugean skate. In a recent social media post,...

Chlöe Swarbrick Exposes Government’s Misguided Cuts to School Lunches

In a heated exchange in Parliament, Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick confronted Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and ACT leader David Seymour over the government’s decision to slash school lunch funding by up to 75% per child. With sharp...

With Green Party Support, Pressure Builds to Free Captain Paul Watson

International pressure is mounting for the release of Captain Paul Watson, the renowned environmental activist and founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, who has been detained in Greenland since July 21, 2024. Watson, celebrated for his...

Air pollution in Pakistan: Schools in major Punjab cities closed for another week

Punjab, home to more than half of Pakistan's 240 million people, has been suffocated for two weeks by record air pollution, and announced on Friday, November 15, that it would keep its schools closed for another week....

Air pollution: Indian authorities decide to close all primary schools in New Delhi

The Indian capital New Delhi decided on Thursday, November 14, to close all primary schools until further notice due to air pollution in the megalopolis. "All primary schools in New Delhi will switch to remote classes, until...

Floods in Nepal leave at least 170 dead, 42 missing

Nepal is under water. Heavy rains have caused floods and landslides in the Asian country, killing at least 170 people, according to a new report announced by the police on Sunday, September 29. They also listed 42...

China: Shanghai hit by second typhoon in less than a week

After Bebinca, here comes Pulasan. The Chinese megacity of Shanghai was hit on Friday, September 20 by a second typhoon in less than a week. The typhoon made landfall during the night, forcing the evacuation of some...

Low snow on the Himalayas threatens water security

The snow and ice of the Himalayas provide an essential source of water for the 240 million people living in mountainous regions and another 1.65 billion people living in valleys in several countries.In a report published last...

China’s carbon dioxide emissions finally fell in March 2024

China, a good student of decarbonization? In a study published on the specialized site Carbon Brief, the Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) indicates that its carbon dioxide emissions fell by 3% in March...

Several participants take part in the 10th World Water Forum held in Bali (Indonesia)

According to the Indonesian authorities, the host country, this forum plans to welcome more than 17,000 participants and 30,000 visitors from 172 countries to debate the theme chosen this year which is “Water for shared prosperity”.After a...

The Indian Green Party (iGP) elected its new National Executive Committee and reconstituted its National Council

The Indian Green Party (iGP) has started the year 2024 in the best possible way with the election of a new executive committee and the reconstitution of its national council. The Indian Greens now have new co-presidents,...

To fight pollution, Pakistan causes artificial rain

Authorities have used cloud seeding to trigger rains to dispel air pollution, which can cause many illnesses and continues to worsen in Pakistan.Pakistan is the fourth most polluted country in the world. According to the NGO Human...

Greens support Victorian medical bodies pushing for supervised injection room to open in Melbourne CBD

The Victorian Greens have thrown their support behind an open letter released today calling for the creation of a medically supervised injection room (MSIR) in Melbourne's CBD. In the open letter, co-signed by several...

New Zealand: the Green Party of Aotearoa urges government to prioritize voices of residents in review

The Green Party welcomes the review of the Retirement Villages Act and urges the government to ensure that the voices and rights of residents are emphasised more than industry. “Everyone...

Indian Green Party (iGP) condemns Israeli attack on Gaza

In a press statement, the Indian Green Party (iGP) condemned the Israeli military attack on Gaza and the denial of food, water, electricity and communications to the 2.3 million captive Palestinian civilians. The party...

The Victoria Greens have introduced their Racial and Religious Tolerance Amendment Bill to Parliament

The Victorian Greens introduced their Racial and Religious Tolerance (Anti-Vilification) Amendment Bill 2023 to the Lower House of Parliament on Tuesday May 16.The Greens, however, accused the Victorian Labor government of trying to stifle debate on anti-vilification...

In Australia, Greens oppose Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Bill

Ensuring the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) cannot be used for coal and gas projects is what the Green Party is calling on the government to do, especially as...

The Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand rails against Racing Minister over issues related to future of greyhound racing

The Racing Minister's decision to push back on questions about the future of greyhound racing has the New Zealand Green Party worried. The Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand believe the Racing Minister is gambling with dogs’...

Global Greens Congress 2023 opens this Thursday, June 8 in South Korea

The Global Greens Congress returns to Asia-Pacific for its 5th congress and 20th anniversary. This exciting event, uniting the green world, will be held in Korea from June 8-11, 2023 and will...

Australian Greens leader Joshi meets iGP Founder in New Delhi

It was at the Press Club of India in New Delhi that the leader of the Australian Greens, Deepak Joshi, and the founder of the Indian Greens Party, Suresh Nautiyal, had a working lunch.On the menu of...

Victoria Greens strengthen code of conduct to prevent transphobia among members

The Australian Greens Victoria, commonly known as the Victorian Greens, have just strengthened their code of conduct to ensure the protection of all their members and other individuals against any form of discrimination or social injustice.The Victoria...

New Zealand: The Green Party sharpens its weapons to win seats in the 2023 elections

Every three years, New Zealand holds general elections. The 2023 general election will take place on Saturday, October 14. As these election deadlines approach, the Green Party has released its initial list of candidates for the 2023...

The Indian Greens Party tackles the government on the ecological tragedy of Joshimath

Cracks in the walls of houses. Fields and roads open up, some oozing muddy brown water. Residents of Joshimath have been facing many hardships for almost a year now....

12 Years After Fukushima Disaster, Japan Green Party Calls for End to Nuclear Power

12 years after the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant disaster, Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced a policy to allow new construction and extension of operation for more than 60 years of nuclear power plants, despite...

Climate: Indonesia obtains 20 billion dollars to reduce its dependence on coal

Twenty billion dollars is what Indonesia, the fourth most populous country in the world, should receive from a group of rich countries and international institutions to reduce its dependence...

India, smoke from stubble burning worsens seasonal pollution

The concentration of fine particles, with rates 25 times higher than the maximum recommended by the WHO, has exploded for a few days in New Delhi and its region, where we can witness...

NZ Greens Point to the UK and Reject Proposed Tax Cuts as “Wholly Irresponsible”

Recently released budget figures show that New Zealand (NZ) is in sound financial shape, with a deficit of 9.7 billion dollars, less than half of what was predicted in the budget of 2022. This has prompted calls...

Climate Choices Business Awards recognized Canberra’s more sustainable business

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) - containing Australia’s capital, Canberra, and surrounding townships - has been awarding businesses for their sustainable choices for over 10 years. This time, charities, hotels, businesses, and embassies were among the winners...

US-China tensions: Competition over microchips is playing a major role in recent events

In early August, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed in Taipei to reaffirm US support for Taiwan. In response to the controversial visit, the Chinese military, in an impressive show of force, started an aggressive military...

Australian Green Party Fighting for Refugee Rights

The Greens of Western Australia have concluded that there is a refugee demonization issue in the country. Both the population and the government have difficulty accepting refugees. The Green Party believes colonialism and capitalism are the root...

New Zealand Greens Continue To Push For Ocean Protection Treaty

The Green Party of New Zealand (NZ) continues to push for strong measures to protect the oceans of the world, even though talks on a Global Ocean Treaty, at the United Nations (UN) in New York, broke...

India Greens Party’s statements in the celebration of the 76th Independence Day of their country

On August 15th, India Greens Party (iGP), the first Pan-India Green Political Party as they define themselves, celebrated the 76th Independence Day of their country. While the tricolour national flag was hoisted at their...

Asia-Pacific Greens Federation Support the People of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has been in a political, economic, and humanitarian crisis because of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's mismanagement of the country. In May of 2022, Sri Lanka defaulted on foreign debt for the first time since their independence....

“Our Bodies, Our Choice”, says Australian Greens

The U.S. Supreme Court will overturn the outcome of the 1970s case Roe v. Wade, where it was decided that the US Constitution guarantees the right to abortion. Following the US Supreme Court's decision, abortion rights will...

A Move Towards Energy Sustainability Under the Kishida Government

Contextual Climatological and Political Background Shape Election Narratives  Prior to the assassination of the former Prime Minister of Japan on July 8th, Shinzo Abe, and following the decisive victory of Fumio Kishida on July...

Editorials

Green Party Using Spotlight to Push Civil Defence Expansion – Not Environmental Justice

While Canadians look to the Green Party for principled leadership on the environment and social justice, the federal Green co-leaders appear...

Opinion

Alex Tyrrell Comments On Federal Election Results

The results are in and Canada avoided the worst-case scenario of a Poilievre government, but this has come at the...