Mike Childs

England's green space gap

Paul de Zylva, Chris Gordon-Smith, Mike Childs 15 Sep 2020

This report exposes how widespread green space deprivation is, how it is an issue of racial injustice as well as concern from a public health perspective, and what needs to be done to fix the problem. It also showcases great examples of community led initiatives.

The role of hydrogen in our future

Mike Childs 21 Apr 2020

Hydrogen fuel has long been hailed as the silver bullet that will free us from fossil fuels, but it's time for a reality check on its production and use in a low-carbon economy .

Budget exacerbates climate breakdown

Mike Childs 06 Mar 2020

We set ten tests for the Budget - just how well did the new Chancellor do?

20 actions parish and town councils can take on the climate and nature emergency

Mike Childs 24 Jun 2021

Parish and town councils may not be as powerful as local authorities but they can be a force for change in addressing the climate and nature emergency.

Why is net zero-greenhouse gases by 2050 dangerous?

Mike Childs 02 May 2019

The Committee on Climate Change says the UK should now aim for 'net zero' greenhouse gases by 2050. Much faster cuts are needed to avoid playing Russian roulette with the planet.

How the gas industry is trying to kill eco heating

Mike Childs 21 Feb 2019

The gas industry wants to increase the UK’s consumption of natural gas. And it's come up with a cunning plan.

The future of heating

Mike Childs 21 Feb 2022

Meeting climate targets through electric heating backed by renewably-produced hydrogen.