Today there were 2 climate and nature OQs that happened in the Lords: 1⃣ Baroness Ritchie asked when the 25-year farming roadmap would be published👨‍🌾; and then 2⃣ @earlrussell.bsky.social asked about how demand from data centres could impact our clean power 2030 and net zero 2050 targets⚡️

Today, at 3rd Reading of the #PensionSchemesBill, responding to calls from Baroness Hayman, government committed to produce new guidance to clarify investment duties so pension funds can account for systemic risks like #ClimateChange. 🧵

A major #Climate&Nature concession put forward by govt. in Lords stages of #PensionSchemesBill as response to P4P Peers cross-party amendment backed by @ShareAction & others, is being debated now. The proposal would help pension trustees act for savers on systemic risks including climate and nature.

Today in Report Stage of the #TobaccoandVapesBill Peers will debate an amendment to ban plastic cigarette filters. c. 4.5 trillion butts are littered globally every year - making them the single most common item of plastic pollution on the planet More here: parliamentnews.co.uk/lords-must-b...

Today marks the final Committee stage of the #PensionSchemesBill. Peers will debate amendments on climate and nature loss, including a P4P cross-party amendment (218A) to help pension managers factor long-term systemic climate and nature risks into investment decisions

New @thefinancelab.bsky.social research shows UK pension schemes have c. £10.5bn invested in coal companies. Peers have proposed practical changes to the #PensionsSchemesBill to support an orderly divestment - to protect pension savers and the planet. financeinnovationlab.org/insights/uk-...

Today Peers continue to debate the English Devolution Bill with environmental issues being raised in several areas including expanding the health inequality duty, so it includes issues like access to cheap and clean energy, and exposure to water pollution, flooding & heatwaves @yhclimate.bsky.social

#PFAS #ForeverChemicals #PublicHealth #PlanetaryBoundaries

This evening on the Childrens' Wellbeing and Schools Bill, Baroness Boycott will be making the case for all schools to be made resilient to climate risks like overheating and flooding, and to reach net zero. 👇

This will now be coming tomorrow afternoon, from about 4.30pm.

Today Peers debate the English Devolution Bill, with amendments to ensure that there is a commissioner responsible for delivering Mayors' environment and climate programs, and to ensure that environmental principles are embedded at an early stage of spatial development strategies

PFAS - or forever chemicals - are a group of over 10k substances that don't biodegrade and are linked to health issues. Today Baroness Boycott will lead an amendment to the Childrens' Wellbeing and Schools Bill to ban the use of them in school uniforms. www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-for...

Several Bills are being debated this week which have implications for climate and nature. 🌊First is the BBNJ Bill which ratifies the High Seas Treaty, with a few amendments tabled about plastic pollution and environmental impact assessments, that will be discussed this evening.

Today Peers debate the Environment and Climate Committee's report on nitrogen pollution, which outlines how a national nitrogen strategy could deliver significant human and planetary health benefits. This week's chart highlights just some of the impacts of nitrogen & why we need a joined up plan.

The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Bill is being debated in the Lords this afternoon, which is a key stage in the pre-ratification of what we know as the High Seas Treaty. See more details about the treaty here👇 un.org/bbnjagreemen...

Peers are about to debate The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, which is the most significant restructuring of local government in years, bringing with it the opportunity to align the new strategic authorities with our climate and nature targets. @climateemergencyuk.bsky.social

The ocean has absorbed most of the carbon emitted by humans so far, and an international agreement has long been needed to protect it for future generations, so it can continue to be a source of livelihood and joy. This afternoon the BBNJ Treaty will be debated, helping make this a reality

After a sustained case made by Peers, the Government has confirmed its new strategic approach in the #PlanningBill will only be introduced where it is safe for nature - a vital step towards ensuring development and nature protection can work together

🌳🏞️🏕️ It's the final day of report stage for the #PlanningBill in the Lords and P4P Chair Baroness Willis will leading a cross-party amendment to ensure access to green and blue space is designed into developments like new towns from the very start 📖👇 www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

Peers are currently debating a number of vital climate and nature focussed amendments to the #PlanningBill which will help ensure our planning system can deliver the growth and development we need whilst safeguarding our #environment for the future

Today #HouseOfLords continues with the #PlanningBill, with amendments aiming for positive impacts for climate & nature, inc. ensuring developments provide access to green & blue spaces, proposals to place a climate duty on planning decisions, and protections for chalk streams

Question time starts shortly in the @houseoflords.parliament.uk and today Peers will be asking the Government about progress they've made towards their 1.5M homes target Watch it here: parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

P4P chair Baroness Willis talks about the science behind why nature is crucial to our health. With the #PlanningBill in the Lords, she explains how a small tweak to how we build & design our communities could improve the nation’s health & wellbeing. Listen here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

🌳Peers are back post-conferences, and first up today is a question about what the Government is doing to limit deforestation abroad, nearly four years after the Environment Act gave government the (unenacted) power to limit the import of commodities linked to illegal deforestation.

🌲🪵In 2021 the Environment Act was passed, which included powers to end the import of products linked to deforestation. Nearly 4 years later they have not been enacted. Today Baroness Sheehan is asking the Govt about the delay and the steps they are taking 📺👇 www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

Onto day 5 of #PlanningBill Committee in Lords with debate due to cover key climate & nature amendments backed by P4P Peers — from getting new developments to inc. public access to green & blue spaces to ensuring the planning system aligns with UK environment & net zero goals.

Day 4 of Lords #PlanningBill. Debate is underway on P4P Peers supported climate & nature amendments - from biodiversity & climate training for planning bodies, to sustainable flood risk management, to improving public access to green & blue spaces. 📺👉 parliamentlive.tv/Lords

It's day 3 of the #PlanningBill Committee in the Lords where Peers will consider amendments to boost climate & nature like giving forestry authorities a duty on emissions and environment targets as well as net zero-aligned local energy plans. Catch up here: www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-lor...

Next week the #PlanningBill returns to the #HouseofLords This is a crucial moment to ensure the planning system works not only for growth, but also for our climate, natural environment, and the health of our communities. Read our full update here: www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-lor...

We have published a Portuguese version of the Parliamentarians' Guide to Climate Change at #RioClimateWeek and #COP30 Thanks to the Uni of Exeter and GLOBE Legislators for extending the reach of this important guide to new global audiences Link here: globelegislators.org/wp-content/u...

Today in the #PlanningBill debates, key transport and infrastructure amendments for #climate and #nature – boosting EV charging and grid connections, water projects, to mandating solar on car parks and transport hubs, and expanding nature along our highways – will be debated.

After another year with weather records broken and @metoffice.gov.uk annual stock-take confirming extreme weather events in the UK are becoming the norm, Peers will be debating the state of UK climate and nature this evening from 7.30pm 📺👇 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

📰Yesterday P4P Vice-Chair Baroness Boycott wrote to @thetimes.com about her amendment requiring the Government to ensure that new and existing schools are adapted to climate risks like extreme heat and flooding. The amendment will be debated in September where Govt will have to respond

It was great to welcome so many people along to our annual reception yesterday. Big thanks to 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝘆 for your inspiring words on the power of culture & communication and working together to inspire change on #Climate and #NatureLoss

We are getting ready to celebrate 5 years since the launch of Peers for the Planet at our annual reception in the House of Lords later Delighted 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝘆 will be joining us with many supporters who have helped achieve progress on #climate & #nature in Parliament

UN Chief Antonio Guterres urges more countries to ban fossil fuel ads - just like many have with tobacco. With RC of Physicians estimating fossil fuel driven air pollution is killing c.500 people p/w – there is a welcome debate today in #Parliament on ending fossil fuel ads & sponsors in the UK

Today #HouseofLords, my amendment on exposure - with uniforms - of school pupils to micro- & nano-plastics, #PFAS & other chemicals that permeate environment & will be building up in their bodies through life @bsacandjac.bsky.social @chemtrusteurope.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Plastic pollution is a global problem that needs a global solution. Today Baroness Parminter is asking government what they are doing to ensure the legally binding global treaty, which was agreed necessary at @unep.org in 2022, comes to light.

🌊🪸🦈The Government reaffirmed their commitment to the current moratorium on deep sea bed mining at Lords Question Time today, with Peers raising the need for nations to work together on this, and to fully implement a circular economy to reduce the need for mining in the future.

🌿🏡⚡️Today the wide-ranging #PlanningAndInfrastructureBill has its 2nd Reading. Peers will be scrutinising how the major reforms proposed can deliver the housing and infrastructure we need while protecting the environment and delivering on our #climate and #nature commitments.

🪴🔋Today Peers will be debating Lord Krebs' Private Members Bill which would give all public bodies a duty to further the objectives of both the Climate Change and Environment Acts, helping to restore nature and meet net zero. bills.parliament.uk/bills/3749/p...

In the first 4 months of this year, the UK had more 🔥#wildfires 🔥than in any of the previous 20 - outlined in the graph below which shows how important it is becoming to build resilience in this area. Today Peers will be debating action being taken to manage wildfire risks.

Thanks to @TheCrownEstate for hosting a P4P Peers visit to #WindsorGreatPark yesterday. It was great to meet the staff and conservationists involved in the major restoration programme to enhance this important environmental and ecological area - for people and nature.

Today in #LordsQs Peers will be debate the health harms of ultra-processed food. Our graph of the week shows the UK is the 2nd largest consumer of UPFs ~ a shift to more sustainable, healthy diets offers a big opportunity to support public health and a more nature-positive future

We are so pleased P4P Director, Lynette Huntley, is in @endsreport.com 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - recognising the UK’s 100 most impactful environmental professionals. Congratulations to everyone on the list and for all the inspiring work to create a more sustainable future! 🌍💚

🏅 Jacob Hayler, executive director at the Environmental Services Association 🏅 Sally Hayns, chief executive of @cieem.bsky.social 🏅 Lynette Huntley, founding director of @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social‬

🚨 Oral Questions in the House of Lords today 🚨 From 2.30, there are two OQs related to emissions reduction: 🚄🚋First, Lord Teverson on the electrification of public transport; 💡then Lord Spellar on the development of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).

🔋The GB Energy Act has Royal Assent 📜Cross-party work by Peers secured a sustainable development objective and support for community energy projects in the legislation. ✔️Ministers committed that the framework document would inc. how GBE can support achieving our Climate Change + Env. Act targets.

The IEA estimates that #methane is responsible for c. 30% of the rise in global temperatures. Today Peers will debate the Lords' Environment and Climate Change Committee report on how we can keep up momentum in reducing this powerful greenhouse gas 🐄🗑️🛢️👇 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

🎂🌳🦥 We would like to wish Sir David Attenborough, pictured below launching Peers for the Planet in 2020, the happiest of birthdays today! Even at 99 he continues to be a global leader in the fight against the twin threats of climate change and biodiversity loss.