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Operation Noah Seeks New Trustees - Operation Noah

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 2d

There's still time to register for our 7 Oct webinar (12.30pm) on greening our finances. We'll be joined by Eco Church & JustMoney Movement as we explore practical steps churches can take, such as choosing a greener bank account, investing in climate solutions & more. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 2d

Are you a Christian with a passion for addressing the climate & biodiversity crises? Do you believe the Church has a vital role to play in this work? Operation Noah is looking for new trustees to help inspire the Church to take action on the climate crisis. www.operationnoah.org/operation-no...

Operation Noah is looking for new trustees to help lead our mission to inspire and equip the Church to take action on climate change. In this voluntary position, you will play an active role in shapin...

Before and after images show glaciers vanishing before our eyes

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 2d

In 2024, glaciers outside the giant ice sheets of Greenland & Antarctica lost 450 billion tonnes of ice. 'It's sad, but at the same time, it's also empowering,' says Prof Regine Hock. 'If you decarbonise...you can preserve glaciers. We have it in our hands.' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

They are melting like never seen before, changing landscapes around the world beyond recognition.

Pope Leo hits out at critics of global warming

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 5d

Congratulations to The Rt Revd Sarah Mullally as the next Archbishop of Canterbury!

We welcome the news of her appointment, pray for leadership in this vital role and look forward to working with her to inspire the Church to act on the climate crisis.

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 6d

Pope Leo has criticised those who minimise the 'increasingly evident' impact of rising temperatures in his first major statement on climate change. Reiterating the words of Pope Francis, the new pontiff lambasted critics who 'ridicule those who speak of global warming'. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

In his first major statement on climate change, the pontiff criticises those who minimise climate change.

September 2025 Newsletter - Operation Noah

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 7d

In our latest newsletter, we celebrate that more than 150 of you have already written to your MP, demanding that the gov't stops the Rosebank oil field; reflect on the 'Make Them Pay' demonstration held in London; share the latest climate news – and much more! www.operationnoah.org/september-20...

Despite an avalanche of bad news – and a difficult political environment for environmental campaigners in the wake of Donald Trump’s push for more fossil fuels – the seemingly unstoppable increase in ...

Environmental damage is putting European way of life at risk, says report

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 9d

Want to know how you can green your church's finances? Join us as we explore practical steps, like choosing a greener bank account for your church, investing in climate solutions and campaigning for a greener, fairer financial system.
www.operationnoah.org/.../greening...

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 9d

The European way of life is being jeopardised by environmental degradation, according to an EU report which also warns against weakening green rules; it comes amid a rollback of green rules as far-right parties that deny the science of climate change gain ground. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

EU officials warn climate breakdown and wildlife loss ‘are ruining ecosystems that underpin the economy’

US is violating human rights laws by backing fossil fuels, say young activists in new petition

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 12d

By continuing to fund and support a fossil fuel-based energy system, the US is violating international law, a group of young people have argued to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. 'This petition is about truth and accountability,' said Levi, 18. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Petition says that US government’s protection of fossil fuel interests has put people in harm’s way

Global investment in renewable energy up 10% on 2024 despite Trump rollback

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 14d

Global investment in renewable tech & projects reached $386bn, up 10% on the same period last year. Global energy investment is likely to hit $3.3 trillion this year: more than $1tn is likely to fund fossil fuels, but double that will fund low-carbon energy. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Growth rate slightly lower than previous first-half years but sector still strong and resilient, experts say

Ask your MP to pledge to Stop Rosebank

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 16d

Tell your MP to Stop Rosebank: actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-...

We need as many MPs to pledge to stop this disaster oil field. Use our email tool to ask your MP to pledge their support to Stop Rosebank and ending new oil & gas.

actionnetwork.org

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 16d

Operation Noah Patron Ann Pettifor – a renowned economist – has spoken out about Rosebank, a proposed North Sea oil field: 'Rosebank is an environmental disaster waiting to happen – one which will do nothing to lower energy bills or improve UK energy security.' www.operationnoah.org/lets-stop-ro...

"Let's stop Rosebank" - Ann Pettifor - Operation Noah

Article "Let's stop Rosebank" - Ann Pettifor Operation Noah

Ask your MP to pledge to Stop Rosebank

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 16d

Tell your MP to Stop Rosebank: actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-...

We need as many MPs to pledge to stop this disaster oil field. Use our email tool to ask your MP to pledge their support to Stop Rosebank and ending new oil & gas.

actionnetwork.org

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 19d

How can our money help tackle the climate crisis and protect nature?

This Season of Creation try our practical, bible-based course, Where your treasure is, to think about how we can use money to care for God's creation.

Find out more and download a copy:
www.operationnoah.org/where-your-t...

Where Your Treasure Is Bible Study - Operation Noah

A five-week bible study course from Operation Noah exploring how we can use our money to tackle the climate crisis.

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 20d

India’s carbon dioxide emissions from its power sector declined by 1% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 due to strong clean energy additions & lower power demand, data from a research report showed, marking only the second drop in nearly 50 years. www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

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Europe’s summer of extreme weather caused €43bn of short-term losses, analysis finds

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 22d

Our money is part of a financial system that has a hugely important role in protecting nature and tackling climate breakdown.

However many UK banks are still financing fossil fuel projects.

Join the big bank switch and move your money to a fossil-free bank and help protect nature.

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 23d

By moving away from fossil fuels & investing in climate solutions, we can save money, create jobs & have a healthier environment, but investing in planet-heating oil, gas & coal is expensive: extreme weather in Europe this summer caused economic losses of €43bn. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...

Greatest damage from heat, drought and flooding done in Cyprus, Greece, Malta and Bulgaria

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 26d

Money has a vital role in tackling climate change and caring for creation. This Season of Creation use the "see, judge, act" framework to respond to the climate crisis.

Here's how you can use our Catholic Social Teaching toolkit.

www.operationnoah.org/catholic-soc...

University of Leeds farm to test climate-smart agriculture

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 27d

We’re at #thewildsummituk, discussing how we can use land to protect nature & tackle the climate crisis. From planning law to investing in nature, there’s progress being made & more to be done. We’re encouraging Churches to manage land for climate & nature & achieve net zero land emissions by 2030.

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 28d

A University of Leeds farm is taking part in a project to test ways of reducing agricultural emissions. The site between Leeds & York – one of 10 across Europe taking part in the Climate Smart Research project – hopes to cut its carbon footprint by 55% over 5 years. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The farm is one of 10 across Europe taking part in a project to reduce agricultural emissions.

Protecting Peatland resources - Operation Noah

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 29d

To find out more, download our resource, Protecting Peatland:
www.operationnoah.org/protecting-p...

Peatland is a vital carbon sink, with benefits for humanity, wildlife and the planet The second main recommendation of our Church Land and the Climate Crisis report is that churches and Christian land...

Burning banned on England’s deep peat to protect wildlife

Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 29d

Good news for peat, wildlife and communities as the UK government has announced it will extend the ban on burning vegetation on deep peat. Protecting peat is vital as it is a significant carbon sink. Read more about the ban here: www.gov.uk/government/n...

Ban on burning heather and grass on deep peat extended to improve air quality for local communities, reduce flood risk and protect wildlife.

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Operation Noah @operationnoah.bsky.social · 29d

To find out more, download our resource, Protecting Peatland:
www.operationnoah.org/protecting-p...

Protecting Peatland resources - Operation Noah

Peatland is a vital carbon sink, with benefits for humanity, wildlife and the planet The second main recommendation of our Church Land and the Climate Crisis report is that churches and Christian land...