Our reporter Romy van Baarsen reflects on her participation with Extinction Rebellion and the experiences of activists striving to make a difference. She shares her personal experience and reflections from when she joined Extinction Rebellion's monumental A12 highway blockade in The Hague, when she stood among thousands, driven by a shared pain for our planet.

After 27 days of A12 blockade and more than 9,000 arrests, the blockade sparked a political shift, forcing discussions on fossil subsidies into the limelight. Romy delves into the nuances of nonviolent protest, the shared pain that motivates climate activists, and the impact of their tireless efforts.

Documenting the transition to net-zero with photography. A long-term photography project called Net-Zero Transition bij Simone Tramonte.

The chemical processes, synthetic fabrics or animal products in industries such as fashion are hugely polluting. But once again, nature already has provided many solutions for us. From pineapple to fungi, there are some incredible alternative materials available, discovered by clever innovators, who provide a way towards a much more sustainable supply chain and source materials for our everyday products. Some of these innovative companies are already working with global brands and are advocating for more widespread use of these alternative materials. Let’s take a look at these exciting innovations!

In Expert Talk we speak to inspiring experts from a specific field, who shed their light on pressing topics. This time: Josh Farley, professor and teacher in Ecological Economics.

A new short documentary series focussing on global businesses who are prioritizing climate change innovation.

More than half of the world’s population lives in cities, and it’s expected that most future population growth will happen in urban areas. Making cities more sustainable and healthier is an important objective for the future. Let’s take a look at what ideas have developed so far and how these sustainable cities of the future might look like!

A radical Prescription for long-term thinking in the book ‘The Good Ancestor’ by Roman Krznaric. Philosopher and co-founder of the School of Life, Krznaric sees short-term thinking as the root of our problems today. The future generation is not taken into account due to this, thus suffering hugely from shortsighted decisions today. A major problem this pertains to is of course climate change.

Short-term thinking is at the root of virtually every life-threatening problem we have to solve in the coming years, from climate change to the growing world population. Luckily, hopeful movements around the world are arising who want to protect the rights of the unborn generation.

Time to look beyond our current economic models - causing massive inequality and destruction of our environment- in the book: ‘’Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist’’. The bestseller is written by Kate Raworth, an economist ‘focused on making economics fit for 21st century realities.’

Documentary All that Breathes by director Shaunak Sen has recently hit the cinemas.

According to a report released at the recent World Economic Forum, three “super-tipping points” for climate action could trigger a cascade of tipping points for ’’zero-carbon solutions in sectors covering 70% of global greenhouse gas emissions’’.

Dutch media outlet NOS reported that due to the overwhelming amount of negative news, more people decided to shut off from it. Especially among the younger generation until 35 years old, people decide not to follow the news anymore, because it is inducing stress and negative emotions. Experts say negative news is not bad per se, but the balance is off. Despite 2022 having the image of a year of just misery, there were also positive developments. We have listed 7 positive developments from 2022 for you.

This week The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, better known as COP15, has finished. Many were eagerly awaiting this conference and the concrete actions. What has been agreed on?

We spoke with the UN Youth Representative for Biodiversity and Food Evi Vet. For 2 years she has fulfilled this role representing the voice of the youth. As she passes the baton to her successors, she reflects with us on the past years. She discusses the importance of taking the future generations into account and making biodiversity a top priority.

In Expert Talk we speak to inspiring experts from a specific field, who shed their light on pressing topics. This time: professor in environmental history Bartow Elmore.

In ‘Meet the Creator’ we talk to inspiring creatives about their work and motivations. This time: Jamie Nee. Artist, activist and microbiology student, Jamie is committed to spreading messages about the importance of protecting ourselves from ourselves.

In 'Spotlight' we speak with inspiring entrepreneurs. This time: Tom van de Beek. With his foundation the Pollinators he is on a mission to protect pollinating insects that are under severe threat.

In 'Spotlight' we speak with inspiring entrepreneurs. This time: Louis van der Kolk. He takes people into nature on educational foraging trips to stimulate a connection with our natural surroundings and educate on how one can use it as a food and health source.

We want to change the fashion industry with sustainable clothing

In 'Spotlight' we speak with inspiring entrepreneurs. This time: Back to Nature Hikes. Helping others to reconnect with nature and taking time to stand still in a world that is always moving is the goal of Back to Nature Hikes.