Sign in

Jamie Clarke

@jamiewclarke.bsky.social
997 followers 516 following 44 posts

Navigating the best ways to communicate climate change, staying hopeful

PostsRepliesMedia
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Slowly getting back to flying on BlueSky after a hiatus, how's things going - still a mostly positive platform?
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Happy May Morning from the historic Oxford celebration of nature and people dating back over 500 years
062
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 28/04/2025
🌿Paris is turning the car-centric model of urban design on its head. Following a historic vote, Parisians voted to close 500 streets to cars and reallocate them to pedestrians, cyclists, and green space. → eurocities.eu/latest/there... #UrbanMobility #GreenerCities #SustainableCities #PublicSpace
eurocities.eu
There is ‘a will and a way’ to green Paris - Eurocities
Christophe Najdovski, Paris Deputy Mayor speaks about the recent vote to close 500 streets to cars and reallocate them to pedestrians, cyclists and green space.
17631
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Canada elects Mark Carney. Mexico has Claudia Sheinbaum. Two climate champs now flank a denier. This is a moment for bold, coordinated action. Let’s go. 🌎🔥 #ClimateAction #GameOn #Carney #Sheinbaum #Trump
110
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Catherine McKenna @cathmckenna.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
If you need motivation to vote, this should do it! We will never be the 51st state! Vote #TeamCarney everywhere. We need to stand up to our southern bully! #CanadaStrong 💪❤️🇨🇦 #elxn2025
1122046434
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
Worth checking: stopreformuk.vote
stopreformuk.vote
Stop the Tories and Reform
Your vote is your power. Use it tactically to get the Tories and Reform out, then influence your new MP and the next government.
05126
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
UK insights: Climate and Net Zero are positives in most voters minds. Labour should be focused on not loosing Green and Lib Dem minded voters more than Reform.
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
The ice bucket challenge is back, and so it seems is political polarisation over climate change - I'm hoping we have learnt how to deal with the latter better, but worry we're still acting like it's a bucket of water in our face rather than somethign we can navigate www.ibtimes.co.uk/ice-bucket-c...
ibtimes.co.uk
Here's what the all-new Ice Bucket Challenge is all about
The Ice Bucket Challenge Returns: Now Aiming for Mental Health Awareness — And It's Raising Over £140,000 in its First Week
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/04/2025
Amazing afternoon on the tandem with the legend that is @DomWhiting & 1000+ riders enjoying the tunes around Oxford. Never seen so many smiles
020
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 27/03/2025
The highest level of reported climate denial in Australia for a looong time Has been rising consistently since 2021 essentialreport.com.au/questions/cl...
a chart showing rising cliamte dneial in aus
1714037
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
"I love my car. I can’t manage without it, but it’s not actually a God given right to have a car and drive around." View from a Bristolian, with a blue badge. who is desperate to keep their LTN. www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
bristol247.com
'If the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood got taken away, I would be really upset'
Angharad Hughes says those in support of the EBLN are often unfairly targeted online
021
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Wow, the Trump effect on the Canadian's voting intentions is colossal. After two years of huge polling leads, the Conservatives have hemorrhaged support because of the perceptions of their closeness to Trump and following his anti-Canada rhetoric
051
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Track the terrifying progress of Trump's Project 2025 playbook. When I first heard of this handbook of democratic and decency destruction I was horrified - they’re already about a third of the way through it. www.project2025.observer?utm_source=w...
project2025.observer
Project 2025 Tracker
Track the progress on Project 2025
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla saw car sales drop by 59% year-on-year in Germany last month Will the richest man on the planet be that bothered? Does the social distancing Tesla is receiving damage the brand or fuel an elitist narrative? www.bostonglobe.com/2024/12/19/o...
121
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
This is what populism does; 1. Create a simple enemy (EU) 2. Repeatedly communicate its threat to a cherished national industry/identity/way of living (fishing) 3. offer a simple solution (Brexit) 4. Take no responsibility when the people u used r screwed over www.gbnews.com/news/brexit-...
gbnews.com
'It has been a disaster!' Fisherman blasts Brexit in scathing analysis: 'This has cost us dearly'
It has been five years today since Britain decided to leave the EU
2267
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Reform's ridiculous energy plans ripped up less than 24 hours after they were announced order-order.com/2025/02/13/r...
order-order.com
Reform Revises Energy Policies to ‘Direction of Travel’ Only
Yesterday, Reform UK unveiled a set of energy ‘policies’ to issue a 'stark warning' in a press conference on Net Zero, hosted by Richard Tice and Farage.
001
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
School streets are a start, but ultimately need to be integrated with safer feeder streets and wider initiatives like bus buses
020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Paris has absolutely smashed school streets outside schools and leisure centres, starting with gating off streets and then completely re landscaping for the kids not the cars
120
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
90% of Lambeth's primary schools now have school streets in place - next stop secondary and independent schools. Packed start to the National School Streets conference
131
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
So what difference does a school street make? A quick before and after video of the impact of one of our community schemes in Oxford
020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
If drivers can do this to the dead no wonder we need traffic restrictions for the living. I'm often staggared by driver pyscology but in what mindset is it OK to drive through a cemetry and damage graves to be able to avoid a traffic jam. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Graves damaged by 'appalling' drivers using Bristol cemetery as shortcut
Drivers are using the cemetery regularly to avoid traffic jams.
000
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Auschwitz Memorial @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Auschwitz was at the end of a long process. It did not start from gas chambers. This hatred was gradually developed by humans. From ideas, words, stereotypes & prejudice through legal exclusion, dehumanization & escalating violence... to systematic and industrial murder. Auschwitz took time.
A bird's-eye view of a former Auschwitz II-Birkenau camp showing a wide dirt pathway flanked by parallel rows of barbed-wire fences. Groups of visitors walk along the path, surrounded by the remnants of brick structures and barracks, now reduced to foundations. Green grass contrasts with the somber history of the site, as the path leads toward a guard tower in the distance.
10505284822435
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
Just remembering the power of music
010
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Adam Tranter @adamtranter.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
A national newspaper called me anti-motorist because of my support of 20mph speed limits in built up areas. It turns out no other recent policy has done more to save drivers money. Saving lives and saving money, what’s not to like? www.theguardian.com/money/2025/j...
theguardian.com
UK’s 20mph speed limits ‘are cutting car insurance costs’
Controversial safety policy has helped drive down premiums to 18-month low, says Confused.com
414535
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
School Streets are an important and highly successful part of improving pupil safety, air quality and active travel so it's an honour to be speaking at this national conference www.landorlinks.uk/school-stree...
000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Some stats grab you - this one stopped me in my tracks. The fossil fuel industry spends $5.6 BILLION to advertise in sports alone. It shows how much importance the fossil fuel industry sees in retaining its social license to operate. www.forbes.com/sites/vitasc...
041
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
End Fuel Poverty Coalition @endfuelpoverty.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
As energy bills rise, the vast majority of the public are concerned with energy security and over-reliance on fossil fuels. The Government must bring in a social tariff for bills, commit money needed to upgrade homes and continue the drive for renewables. www.endfuelpoverty.org.uk/public-revea...
endfuelpoverty.org.uk
Public reveal energy security fears as price cap increases
As energy bills rise again, the vast majority of the public are concerned with the UK's energy security and over-reliance on fossil fuels.
044
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
New Years party woodburnrer ready. Made from a reclaimed tumble dryer drum and over 300 drilled holes.
000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
Grey seal pups chilling at Donna Nook, Lincolnshire whilst the humans were chilled to the bone watching them
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Congratulations @emilykerr36.bsky.social for being one of @cyclinguk.bsky.social 100 Women in Cycling 2024. Oxford is very lucky to have you and all the other amazing female cycling trail blazers
030
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Spent yesterday afternoon selling and delivering Christmas trees in aid of our local kid's adventure playground - brought a cheer to all faces
031
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
CAAD_Coalition @caadcoalition.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
🚨New from The Guardian: "Climate crisis can’t be ignored, yet UK voters are being pushed by inaction towards a party that denies its existence" www.theguardian.com/environment/...
theguardian.com
People are angry about the floods – but turning to Reform endangers us all
The climate crisis can’t be ignored, yet UK voters are being pushed by inaction towards a party that denies its existence
034
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
The Irish Green party lost all but one of their seats - how much was this due to 'greenlash'? 'Unpopular' carbon tax & nitrate regulation have been blamed and point to the challenge climate policies. www.theguardian.com/world/2024/d...
theguardian.com
Irish Greens virtually wiped out in general election rout
Junior coalition partner loses all but one of 12 seats, while gangland figure Gerry Hutch loses election bid
220
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
When 'greenlash' hits stories tends to focus on the negative, the backlash, the protests and loss. Rarely are the 'persuadable middle' able to hear the postives in relatable ways Great to see relatable coverage of the positives around the LTNs in Bristol www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
bristolpost.co.uk
Meet the residents who are celebrating the Low Traffic Neighbourhood
“It’s about sharing the space in the city in a way that works for everyone.”
042
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Time to rethink our focus on moving to EVs in cities? It's tempting to see EVs as the 'easy' transition away from fossil fuels but has too little consideration been given to the humble bicycle? theconversation.com/cycling-is-t...
theconversation.com
Cycling is ten times more important than electric cars for reaching net-zero cities
Active travel can help tackle the climate crisis earlier than electric vehicles – even if you swap the car for a bike for just one trip a day.
1297
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Packed crowd for today's Communicate conference in Bristol. 1500 environmental communicators gathering over the week at the 20th anniversary event.
020
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
"I voted for the mayor but I really hope we can get him to reconsider his plans. Something beautiful has been created in our community, and I’m so sad to think it could be taken away. For three years now, the area has been so much safer and quieter." www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024...
theguardian.com
Tower Hamlets mayor taken to court over removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods
Save Our Safer Streets crowdfunds to challenge Lutfur Rahman over scrapping three LTNs in London borough
010
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
What stories are actually cutting through to the public when it comes to climate? I'm pleased to be joining with the @climatebarometer crew on behalf of ACT to talk through the last 12 months of climate discourse. Do join us
030
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Leo Murray @crisortunity.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Delighted to see that Active Travel England have at last published some very clear and helpful guidance on developing and implementing School Streets! assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/673c3a...
assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
1397
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
Is Bristol set to be next UK city to see a rational discussion on a traffic calming initiative or a catalyst to widespread misinformation & attacks on climate action? I understand there's been v little active public engagement so I'm betting the latter www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
bristolpost.co.uk
Residents take to the streets to stop Liveable Neighbourhood roll out
The residents of Barton Hill sent the lorry with the huge planters away again
040
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
What should I talk about? With so much happening recently I'm spoilt (unfortunately) for issues to focus on - so what would you like to hear more about when it comes to communicaiton challenges particularly when it comes to misinfo and cynicism?
200
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
Hey, feels like Bluesky is the place to be - looking forward to more constructive interactions
000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 21/10/2024
Join me for a free webinar on how to talk about climate & foreign policy ahead of COP29 based on the largest piece of British audience research undertaken Explore public sentiments on global climate action, UK aid spending, & successful climate justice dialogues www.eventbrite.com/reporting/10...
021
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 02/10/2024
House price unaffected by pylons new study finds. Whilst it is only one element of concern it's useful to see that new energy infrastructure doesn't appear to be impacting the price of houses in Scoltand www.scottishrenewables.com/news/1716-ho...
scottishrenewables.com
House prices unaffected by power line, new report finds
House prices unaffected by power line, new report finds
000
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 09/09/2024
Happy to have supported the creation of a new LSE climate and UK foreign policy paper out today underpinned with detailed understanding of public opinion. It's been a great pleasure to provide public attitudes research support with Engaging Climate collaborators. www.lse.ac.uk/granthaminst...
lse.ac.uk
Strategy and justice: managing the geopolitics of climate change - Grantham Research Institute on climate change and the environment
This report focuses on the UK’s foreign, development and economic policies as they relate to climate in the context of a detailed examination of the world as it may develop over the next decade, in or...
031
Reposted by Jamie Clarke
Shaun Spiers @shaunspiers1.bsky.social · 01/09/2024
.@RachelReevesMP says cancelling road projects was a tough decision. Politically tough, true, but new roads give lousy value for money & worsen climate change. Axeing the #LowerThamesCrossing would pay for 5+ yrs of the winter fuel payment. shorturl.at/k29HW
shorturl.at
Rachel Reeves under renewed fire from MPs and charities over cuts to winter fuel allowance
Chancellor maintains that overspending by previous government has left her little room for manoeuvre
011
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 30/08/2024
Whilst the UK decision is transformative as it's based on climate emissions it's not the first - in Australia gas exploration is being successfully opposed by a diverse group of communities www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
theguardian.com
Pep-11 to be killed off under NSW government’s plan to stop offshore gas exploration
Environment minister says ‘overwhelming majority’ oppose offshore mining and proposed reforms reflect these concerns
011
Jamie Clarke @jamiewclarke.bsky.social · 30/08/2024
Yesterday was pretty darn momentous www.youtube.com/watch?v=S92A...
youtube.com
UK Government will not fight against Rosebank oil field legal challenge #news #shorts #offshore
YouTube video by STV News
040