Earth Day is a time to appreciate the beauty and complexity of our world. However, the conversation around climate change has become stale and filled with fear and anxiety. ELL’s Climate Refresh series aims to change that narrative in the Eastlondonlines boroughs.
The series focuses on moving beyond climate paralysis by sharing honest, innovative, and unexpected stories from the local community. It seeks to bust myths, challenge mindsets, and inspire action in various multimedia formats.
As we approach Earth Day this year, ELL’s Climate Refresh introduces a new perspective with the themes of Reroot, Resilience, Review, and Reassure. Each day of the series will feature different content, including long reads, podcasts, interviews, and more.
On the first day, readers can explore why it’s essential to appreciate and protect old trees in the Reroot feature. The Climate Crossword adds a fun twist to understanding climate change, while an interview with a resilient individual from Hackney sheds light on local efforts.
The second day focuses on reassuring children and questioning the pressure placed on them to fix the planet. The Hotline podcast discusses recycling, and an interview with a resilient resident from Tower Hamlets showcases community initiatives.
Day three provides a guide to Earth Day, delves into biodiversity and green spaces, and features an interview with a resilient individual from Lewisham. The series concludes on the fourth day with a review of greenwashing, a podcast on campaigning, and an interview with a resilient resident from Croydon.
Through ELL’s Climate Refresh series, readers can gain a new perspective on climate change and find inspiration to take action in their communities. Stay tuned for updated article links and engaging content throughout the series.
