PRESS RELEASE: After a Summer of Extreme Heat, Operation Noah Mobilises Churches and Faith Groups to Invest in Climate Solutions
After a summer of record-breaking heat – and as Andy Burnham considers opening new oil and gas fields – Operation Noah is calling for urgent investment in climate solutions via a Green Investment Roadshow, with the next stop in London on 7 September.
August 2026 Newsletter
In our August newsletter, we question how it’s even possible that after a summer of extreme heat, wildfires, school closures and ruined crops, Andy Burnham could consider approving the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields; we also invite you to join us this weekend at Greenbelt for two panel discussions in the Hot House venue on Friday (3.30pm) and Saturday (3.30pm) or at our upcoming Green Investment Roadshow events in London (7 September) and Worcester (24 September). All of that plus the latest climate news, campaigning opportunities and more.
Reducing Targets for New EVs: Bad for the Climate, Bad for Drivers
The UK government has launched a consultation to review the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate which includes proposals to weaken targets for new EVs by 2030. This could result in millions of tonnes of extra carbon emissions, increase costs to UK customers by £3bn and delay the huge benefits EVs bring, including the potential to help balance the national grid.
Talking Climate at the New Wine Festival
New Wine was a particularly interesting place to have these conversations given that, unlike some other Christian festivals in the UK, climate justice was not woven into the programme of the festival; in fact, we were virtually the only place at the festival speaking about the topic. It was quite a stark contrast to be on the stall, surrounded by the urgency of the climate crisis, and then to sit in evening meetings and seminars where the environment went unmentioned.
The Cost of Living in a Fossil Fuelled World
Does Andy Burnham actually believe that ‘cost of living’ has nothing to do with the climate crisis, even though harvests are being ruined by fossil-fuelled extreme weather, driving up food prices? Or take this year’s scorching summer in Europe, now estimated to have cost the EU economy €180 billion: will this have no impact on Europeans’ cost of living – or on ours?
July 2026 Newsletter: Supporting Operation Noah
As the impacts of climate change become increasingly visible, the need for a strong Christian witness has never been greater. Yet just as this work has become more urgent, our financial situation has become more challenging. This month we are asking all of our supporters – both churches and individuals – to consider giving monthly to our work.
June 2026 Newsletter
What kind of world do we want to live in? This is something many of us are asking as we just experienced the warmest temperatures ever recorded in the UK in June. Parts of mainland Europe also suffered and still are suffering from a heatwave which may be responsible for hundreds of excess deaths according to the World Health Organization, with Germany experiencing its hottest day ever recorded.
Why We’re Challenging Sir Paul Marshall over Climate Misinformation on GB News – and Calling on Churches to Invest in Climate Solutions
Our concerns are not rooted in an opposition to wealth, business success, or political diversity, rather, the question in this case is whether our debates are characterised by honesty, transparency, and following the evidence wherever it may lead.
May 2026 Newsletter
With the UK in the grip of a heatwave, one might think there would be growing political consensus around investing in climate solutions and decarbonising our economy. Yet another influential figure – in this case, former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair – yesterday attacked net zero and called for more oil and gas drilling, sounding very much like hedge fund millionaire Sir Paul Marshall who we recently challenged in an open letter signed by 120+ Christian leaders.
Investing in Hope: Join us for our Green Investment Roadshow in Bristol on 10 June
We already have ingenious solutions to our changing climate. From the growing wind farms off our coasts to resilient farming methods in our rural counties and clean transport in our cities, the technology exists. What is missing is the investment to make it equitable, scalable – and fast! Join us in Bristol on 10 June for the first stop on our Green Investment Roadshow as we mobilise Church investment in climate solutions.
