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New threats to our movement, but we won’t back down

The Trump administration’s targeting of funders and donation platforms is a blatant attempt to isolate civil society and silence dissent. 

Standing Against Right-Wing Violence and Racism in the UK

Oil Change International condemns the right-wing violence against innocent people in the UK and refuses to remain silent. We are appalled at the brutal and mindless thuggery, racism, violence, Islamophobia, and intimidation against People of Color, immigrants, refugees, and people seeking asylum.

UK poll: 59% believe it’s “unacceptable for politicians to take donations from fossil fuel companies”

A majority of UK residents believe it's unacceptable for politicians to receive donations from fossil fuel companies, according to a recent poll.

Universal outrage as first new coal plant in a generation is approved by UK

There has been widespread condemnation of the UK's highly controversial decision to approve the first new coal mine in 30 years in Cumbria.

Britain’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, will be a “disaster” for the climate

Today Britain has a new Prime Minister, Liz Truss. As Truss takes the top job after winning the Conservative election race, she is under intense pressure to deliver on a range of issues, including the cost of living crisis and soaring energy prices.

#StopJackdaw: Climate activists are trying to stop UK Gov from expanding oil and gas drilling

The COP Presidency, the UK, is set to approve dozens of new oil and gas fields. Today is a day of action to stop one new field, called Jackdaw. As I write, Stop Jackdaw is trending on Twitter. So if you want to help push for real climate action, please get on the social media platform and start tweeting.  

UK Bans All New Petrol and Diesel Cars from 2040

The UK has followed France in banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2040, as part of its plan to tackle chronic air pollution in cities.

Solidarity with striking North Sea oil workers

Oil Change International in solidarity with striking oil workers in Scotland