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Politics vs. the Planet: Who’s Winning?
#environment
Politics vs. the Planet: Who’s Winning?
Politicians often talk about protecting the environment, but their actions don’t always match their words. While some push for real climate policies, others support industries that contribute to pollution and deforestation. They may attend climate summits and launch green initiatives, but real change depends on whether they prioritize sustainability over short-term economic gains. Public pressure plays a key role in holding them accountable and ensuring that environmental policies lead to meaningful action.
Guerilla Gardeners Sprout Surprise Trees on Somerset Housing Estate
- Monday, 15 August 2011
A group of "guerrilla gardeners" secretly planted trees in a new housing estate in Somerset, claiming that the areas would otherwise be an eyesore. They had previously tried to ask for trees through official channels but were unsuccessful. The guerrilla gardeners wore high-visibility jackets at dusk to avoid detection and believe that development is taking priority over landscaping, resulting in unnecessary costs for taxpayers.
