Gudrun Cartwright

Change Maker & Community Builder catalysing #JustTransition. #climateaction Director @BITC. Founder 21st Century Grownups Project. #timeisnow. Views my own.

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

I have been privileged to be part of a group exploring eco-hope & neurodiversity over the last few months. On Wednesday 4th September, our showcase event will share what we have learnt. Would love to see you there🙂. Find out more and register here: https://t.co/xjYLAcUOkn.

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Why is there virtually nobody in the House of Commons to debate food security? Surely redesigning our food system is one of, if not the, most important issues facing every country today? Biggest sigh of the day so far😧

[Farmers Weekly @FarmersWeekly]

🙄 A poor turnout for a debate on food security in the House of Commons shows MPs are refusing to take this important issue seriously, say farm leaders.

READ MORE: https://t.co/Z5RCAY9dTw

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Why don't our politicians have to reference their sources? What does he mean by 'independent' scientists? Where does the 'trillions of £' of tax payers money to deliver net zero come from? Sometimes I despair at what happens in the House of Commons. Huge sigh😔

[Haggis_UK 🇬🇧 🇪🇺 @Haggis_UK]

Andrew Bridgen: "Independent scientists have stated that higher carbon dioxide levels would be beneficial for life on the planet through increased plant growth.. " 🤔

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

I have just come across this fabulous project in the Nakivale refugee settlement in Uganda, supporting people to grow mushrooms for food security and an income. If you can support at all it will make a huge difference. Thankyou
https://t.co/UHAPy9R7so
https://t.co/GbLWjcmWOo

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Skills are at the heart of ensuring a just transition to a net zero, resilient future. But what does that mean? Check out my thoughts about what's on the green skills list? https://t.co/KrS8VNeY9H via @LinkedIn

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Why does our Government feels UK has over delivered on climate action so can slow down? We are missing chances to create social & economic benefits for people, nature & business while impacts worsen before our eyes https://t.co/WhBN2eVqwl Disappointing🙄

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Great opportunity for charities working on climate and other environmental issues to apply to the @Shoosmiths Foundation for grants of between £25k and £50k. Closes on 26th February. Find out more here: https://t.co/wb5pYG7kj7

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Ooh, this looks like a great read & very timely🙂 #SocialJustice #Democracy #postgrowth #neweconomy

[Matthias Schmelzer @MGSchmelzer]

I am thrilled to share our new paper, with @E_Hofferberth & @cedric_durand, Open Access in the Journal of Cleaner Production

Planning beyond growth: The case for economic democracy within ecological limits. 1/
https://t.co/AIl3Pvje2b

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

A sobering wake up call. Not just the latest scientific view on how our stable climate system is breaking down. But also the responses - relying on glib statements & personal affront. Shame to see this growing on 'X', as I've always found Twitter a great place to engage & learn.

[Leon Simons 🌍 @LeonSimons8]

As scientists, we are increasingly being asked to tell the public the truth about the crises we face in simple and direct terms. The truth is that we are shocked by the ferocity of the extreme weather events in 2023. We are afraid of the uncharted territory that we have now entered.

This summed up our experience of 2023, as it happened.

It's been an honor to be part of this crucial research, led by the great @WilliamJRipple and Christopher Wolf.

And with co-authors Jillian Gregg, @jrockstrom, @NewsomeTM, Beverly Law, Luiz Marques, Tim Lenton, Chi Xu, (the late😔) @SaleemulHuqand and @Sir_David_King

The 2023 state of the climate report: Entering uncharted territory:

https://t.co/57P3iD1RFr

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Want to use your creative & partnership building skills to help tackle the cost of living & climate crises together? Then check out this role: Head of Development & Engagement for @BITC 's new Community Climate Fund. Closes midnight Sunday. https://t.co/lI7jlIyBVD

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Looking for a new challenge tackling the climate and cost of living crises together? We would love to hear from you! BITC has an exciting new role to lead our Community Climate Fund work in Tees Valley. Find out more here. Closes on 15th January at 12.00.

https://t.co/5VUPdJrED8

[The Alexandra @TheAlexSW19]

If you're on your own tomorrow, (loads are, it's not your fault) come to the Alex. We'll give you free Christmas dinner, some beer/wine & great company. It's not a misprint, there's no catch. You don't book, you just come. Between 12-3pm. Do it, I promise you'll love it ❤️❤️

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

This is a good way of explaining why campaigners and small island nations are disappointed with the agreement reached at #COP28.

[Leo Hickman @LeoHickman]

Just been trying to explain this to my daughter who is v excited they've agreed to end use of fossil fuels after hearing about it on the radio...

Me: "I invite you to tidy your room is not quite the same as I demand that you tidy your room NOW."

Her: "Oh, yeah."

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

It seems we are all waiting with baited breath to see what negotiators might conclude at #COP28 . This is a really helpful overview of the main elements of the negotiations and progress against each one. Thankyou @CarbonBrief . https://t.co/WQp84l9MVe

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Fantastic to hear from young leaders from @OneYoungWorld at #extremehangout on optimism, hope leadership & the climate crisis. This leadership generation will decide the fate of humanity. We need courage & heart, to stay positive & honest & adapt to challenges ahead . #COP28UAE

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

At #COP28 in #Dubai. Such a fascinating place & wonderful to see so many people committed to #ClimateAction. At a talk on #socialfinance. Vital we unlock investment to accelerate a #justtransition. How can we unlock the barriers to enable money to flow where needed?

[Matthew Taylor @NotPostingMatt]

A little story for a wet Friday night. Near my house I found a wallet in the road. When opening it I found a bank card, some cash, a library and a youth club card. And also a front door key. The person who dropped it is 14 and could be locked out so I set out to find him….1/6

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

It was great to give evidence to @UKTradeBusiness. Learnt a lot from the rest of the panel and look forward to see what comes next.

[UK Trade & Business Commission @UKTradeBusiness]

When asked for final recommendations, @CGudrun said collaboration with businesses is essential to ensure that both national and international actions on net zero benefit the UK and global organisations...

[UK Trade & Business Commission @UKTradeBusiness]

When asked for final recommendations, @CGudrun said collaboration with businesses is essential to ensure that both national and international actions on net zero benefit the UK and global organisations...

[Gudrun Cartwright @CGudrun]

Great to be part of this discussion today. The #NetZero transition presents huge opportunities to create good jobs & enable people to reskill & upskill to access them. We need collaboration from every sector to make the most of them.

[Social Market Foundation @SMFthinktank]

That’s a wrap! Thank you to our panel, our sponsor @RECmembers, and the audience for a brilliant event! #CPC23

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