Today, it is reported, that a substantial number of protesters have gathered to block 5 major bridges in London in an attempt to draw attention to the climate change challenges resulting from human behaviour (and the failure of governments to do much about it)(https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/nov/17/thousands-gather-to-block-london-bridges-in-climate-rebellion). It is difficult to know whether such challenges will achieve very much (although they will certainly annoy travellers in that city) but London is a good place to do it because UK media reporting is still Londonocentric. The protest, however, stands in contrast to France where people are protesting about fuel price increases. Actual change needs joined up thinking including accepting that improving the situation is likely to cost some folk.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Saturday, 17 November 2018
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