iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

@globalactionplan.bsky.social analysis shows 84% of proposed data centres are in water-stressed areas or will be by 2040. Today, Peers will debate what assessment Govt has made of the impact of data centres on our water resources and how this fits with the needs of households, farming & industry

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We’re hiring a 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁! This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in 🌎environmental policy while gaining first-hand experience of Parliament. Details here: www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/we-are-...

peersfortheplanet.org

We are hiring!

We are seeking to recruit a Parliamentary and Policy Assistant to support our legislative and policy programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop a career in environmen...

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Every year, thousands of marine animals are killed through accidental capture or 'bycatch' in fishing gear. Today, Peers will ask the Govt for an update on plans to reduce these avoidable deaths – which @wclnews.bsky.social estimates show are shocking and the true scale likely much higher

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

There is another big sporting event today ⚽with Report Stage of the #SportingEventsBill in the Lords. P4P Peers will be pushing for environmental sustainability & climate resilience to be at the heart of the Major Events Strategy and to ensure UK sport can adapt and cope with #ClimateChange

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

This afternoon, P4P Peers will press the Govt on how it's preparing the UK for #ClimateChange - including support for regenerative agriculture, tackling climate risks to the housing market, and protecting our precious chalk streams 📺👇https://www.parliamentlive.tv/Lords

101

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The #RailwaysBill has 2R in the Lords today. There's an opportunity for Peers to explore how GB Rail can deliver a more climate-aligned & resilient system - including by shifting journeys away from road & air, rail electrification and boosting #biodiversity as a huge UK landowner

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The #FinancialServicesBill continues today as Peers lead amendments for govt. to rethink watering-down #climate & #nature duties for FCA/PRA, to progress commitments on mandatory 1.5°C aligned transition plans, TNFD nature risks, and banning illegal deforestation goods in the UK

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The #FinancialServicesBill is before the Lords today. There are major reforms to financial regulation and banking, but no mention of #climate & #nature. We’re working with Peers to spotlight the financial system's role in driving green growth and managing + adapting to climate risks

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Later in the #Lords, Peers will debate progress on cutting emissions and reducing wasted gas from venting and flaring - still a major issue in the North Sea. Estimates suggest the gas lost each year would be worth around £300m at today’s prices, enough to heat 570,000 homes.

001

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Today in the Lords @earlrussell.bsky.social has an Oral Question on venting and flaring, and progress made on reducing it in the North Sea. Estimates by Green Alliance suggest the gas lost in 2024 would be worth around £300m at today’s prices, and crucially enough to heat 570,000 homes.

021

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Today there were 2 climate and nature OQs that happened in the Lords: 1⃣ Baroness Ritchie asked when the 25-year farming roadmap would be published👨‍🌾; and then 2⃣ @earlrussell.bsky.social asked about how demand from data centres could impact our clean power 2030 and net zero 2050 targets⚡️

012

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Today, at 3rd Reading of the #PensionSchemesBill, responding to calls from Baroness Hayman, government committed to produce new guidance to clarify investment duties so pension funds can account for systemic risks like #ClimateChange. 🧵

111

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

A major #Climate&Nature concession put forward by govt. in Lords stages of #PensionSchemesBill as response to P4P Peers cross-party amendment backed by @ShareAction & others, is being debated now. The proposal would help pension trustees act for savers on systemic risks including climate and nature.

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Today in Report Stage of the #TobaccoandVapesBill Peers will debate an amendment to ban plastic cigarette filters. c. 4.5 trillion butts are littered globally every year - making them the single most common item of plastic pollution on the planet More here: parliamentnews.co.uk/lords-must-b...

parliamentnews.co.uk

Lords Must Back Baroness Grey Thompson’s Ban on Plastic Cigarette Filters

Today, members of the House of Lords have a straightforward choice: support Amendment 17A★ to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill and tackle one of the world's most pe

021

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Today marks the final Committee stage of the #PensionSchemesBill. Peers will debate amendments on climate and nature loss, including a P4P cross-party amendment (218A) to help pension managers factor long-term systemic climate and nature risks into investment decisions

021

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Today Peers continue to debate the English Devolution Bill with environmental issues being raised in several areas including expanding the health inequality duty, so it includes issues like access to cheap and clean energy, and exposure to water pollution, flooding & heatwaves @yhclimate.bsky.social

011

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

This evening on the Childrens' Wellbeing and Schools Bill, Baroness Boycott will be making the case for all schools to be made resilient to climate risks like overheating and flooding, and to reach net zero. 👇

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

This will now be coming tomorrow afternoon, from about 4.30pm.

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Today Peers debate the English Devolution Bill, with amendments to ensure that there is a commissioner responsible for delivering Mayors' environment and climate programs, and to ensure that environmental principles are embedded at an early stage of spatial development strategies

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

PFAS - or forever chemicals - are a group of over 10k substances that don't biodegrade and are linked to health issues. Today Baroness Boycott will lead an amendment to the Childrens' Wellbeing and Schools Bill to ban the use of them in school uniforms. www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-for...

peersfortheplanet.org

The Forever Chemical Crisis We Can’t Afford to Ignore

By Baroness Boycott, Vice-Chair of Peers for the Planet Published by ParliamentNews on the 20 January 2026There are moments in public policy when warning signs are visible long before action is taken....

011

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Several Bills are being debated this week which have implications for climate and nature. 🌊First is the BBNJ Bill which ratifies the High Seas Treaty, with a few amendments tabled about plastic pollution and environmental impact assessments, that will be discussed this evening.

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Today Peers debate the Environment and Climate Committee's report on nitrogen pollution, which outlines how a national nitrogen strategy could deliver significant human and planetary health benefits. This week's chart highlights just some of the impacts of nitrogen & why we need a joined up plan.

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Bill is being debated in the Lords this afternoon, which is a key stage in the pre-ratification of what we know as the High Seas Treaty. See more details about the treaty here👇 un.org/bbnjagreemen...

un.org

BBNJ Agreement | Agreement on Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Peers are about to debate The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, which is the most significant restructuring of local government in years, bringing with it the opportunity to align the new strategic authorities with our climate and nature targets. @climateemergencyuk.bsky.social

020

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

The ocean has absorbed most of the carbon emitted by humans so far, and an international agreement has long been needed to protect it for future generations, so it can continue to be a source of livelihood and joy. This afternoon the BBNJ Treaty will be debated, helping make this a reality

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

After a sustained case made by Peers, the Government has confirmed its new strategic approach in the #PlanningBill will only be introduced where it is safe for nature - a vital step towards ensuring development and nature protection can work together

057

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

🌳🏞️🏕️ It's the final day of report stage for the #PlanningBill in the Lords and P4P Chair Baroness Willis will leading a cross-party amendment to ensure access to green and blue space is designed into developments like new towns from the very start 📖👇 www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

politicshome.com

Why we must legislate for access to nature

Access to green and blue spaces – our parks, community gardens, rivers, ponds, and wetlands – is not a luxury. It is as essential to our health and...

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Peers are currently debating a number of vital climate and nature focussed amendments to the #PlanningBill which will help ensure our planning system can deliver the growth and development we need whilst safeguarding our #environment for the future

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Today #HouseOfLords continues with the #PlanningBill, with amendments aiming for positive impacts for climate & nature, inc. ensuring developments provide access to green & blue spaces, proposals to place a climate duty on planning decisions, and protections for chalk streams

030

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Question time starts shortly in the @houseoflords.parliament.uk and today Peers will be asking the Government about progress they've made towards their 1.5M homes target Watch it here: parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

parliamentlive.tv

Parliamentlive.tv

House of Lords

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

P4P chair Baroness Willis talks about the science behind why nature is crucial to our health. With the #PlanningBill in the Lords, she explains how a small tweak to how we build & design our communities could improve the nation’s health & wellbeing. Listen here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

bbc.co.uk

What's Up Docs? - Doctors’ Notes: Nature - BBC Sounds

Chris and Xand look a little deeper into the relationship between nature and our health.

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

🌳Peers are back post-conferences, and first up today is a question about what the Government is doing to limit deforestation abroad, nearly four years after the Environment Act gave government the (unenacted) power to limit the import of commodities linked to illegal deforestation.

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

🌲🪵In 2021 the Environment Act was passed, which included powers to end the import of products linked to deforestation. Nearly 4 years later they have not been enacted. Today Baroness Sheehan is asking the Govt about the delay and the steps they are taking 📺👇 www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

parliamentlive.tv

Parliamentlive.tv

House of Lords

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Onto day 5 of #PlanningBill Committee in Lords with debate due to cover key climate & nature amendments backed by P4P Peers — from getting new developments to inc. public access to green & blue spaces to ensuring the planning system aligns with UK environment & net zero goals.

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Day 4 of Lords #PlanningBill. Debate is underway on P4P Peers supported climate & nature amendments - from biodiversity & climate training for planning bodies, to sustainable flood risk management, to improving public access to green & blue spaces. 📺👉 parliamentlive.tv/Lords

parliamentlive.tv

Parliamentlive.tv - Lords

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

It's day 3 of the #PlanningBill Committee in the Lords where Peers will consider amendments to boost climate & nature like giving forestry authorities a duty on emissions and environment targets as well as net zero-aligned local energy plans. Catch up here: www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-lor...

peersfortheplanet.org

The Lords is back next week – and so is the Planning Bill…

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill returns to the Lords next week – and it could reshape how we build homes and deliver infrastructure for decades to come. This is a crucial moment to ensure the pla...

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Next week the #PlanningBill returns to the #HouseofLords This is a crucial moment to ensure the planning system works not only for growth, but also for our climate, natural environment, and the health of our communities. Read our full update here: www.peersfortheplanet.org/post/the-lor...

peersfortheplanet.org

001

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

We have published a Portuguese version of the Parliamentarians' Guide to Climate Change at #RioClimateWeek and #COP30 Thanks to the Uni of Exeter and GLOBE Legislators for extending the reach of this important guide to new global audiences Link here: globelegislators.org/wp-content/u...

120

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Today in the #PlanningBill debates, key transport and infrastructure amendments for #climate and #nature – boosting EV charging and grid connections, water projects, to mandating solar on car parks and transport hubs, and expanding nature along our highways – will be debated.

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

After another year with weather records broken and @metoffice.gov.uk annual stock-take confirming extreme weather events in the UK are becoming the norm, Peers will be debating the state of UK climate and nature this evening from 7.30pm 📺👇 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/...

parliamentlive.tv

Parliamentlive.tv

House of Lords

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

📰Yesterday P4P Vice-Chair Baroness Boycott wrote to @thetimes.com about her amendment requiring the Government to ensure that new and existing schools are adapted to climate risks like extreme heat and flooding. The amendment will be debated in September where Govt will have to respond

000

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

It was great to welcome so many people along to our annual reception yesterday. Big thanks to 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝘆 for your inspiring words on the power of culture & communication and working together to inspire change on #Climate and #NatureLoss

040

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

We are getting ready to celebrate 5 years since the launch of Peers for the Planet at our annual reception in the House of Lords later Delighted 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝘆 will be joining us with many supporters who have helped achieve progress on #climate & #nature in Parliament

021

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

UN Chief Antonio Guterres urges more countries to ban fossil fuel ads - just like many have with tobacco. With RC of Physicians estimating fossil fuel driven air pollution is killing c.500 people p/w – there is a welcome debate today in #Parliament on ending fossil fuel ads & sponsors in the UK

020

Reposted by Peers for the Planet

Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Today #HouseofLords, my amendment on exposure - with uniforms - of school pupils to micro- & nano-plastics, #PFAS & other chemicals that permeate environment & will be building up in their bodies through life @bsacandjac.bsky.social @chemtrusteurope.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/environment/...

theguardian.com

‘Forever chemicals’ in school uniforms could be banned under proposed law

Amendments to children’s wellbeing and schools bill call for ban on Pfas and synthetic fibres over health concerns

26318

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Plastic pollution is a global problem that needs a global solution. Today Baroness Parminter is asking government what they are doing to ensure the legally binding global treaty, which was agreed necessary at @unep.org in 2022, comes to light.

010

Peers for the Planet @peersfortheplanet.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

🌊🪸🦈The Government reaffirmed their commitment to the current moratorium on deep sea bed mining at Lords Question Time today, with Peers raising the need for nations to work together on this, and to fully implement a circular economy to reduce the need for mining in the future.

020