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Intelligence Report on Ecosystem Collapse (Jan 2026)
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Intelligence Report on Ecosystem Collapse (Jan 2026)

The article argues that global ecosystem collapse and tropical deforestation threaten UK security, food systems, and the economy, and calls for stronger UK action through trade, finance, and deforestation regulation.

Approx. reading time: 4–6 mins.

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The Gallery Climate Coalition
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The Gallery Climate Coalition

The Gallery Climate Coalition is an international charity and membership organisation that helps the visual arts sector reduce carbon emissions by at least 50% by 2030 and move towards zero waste through shared tools, guidance, and collective action.

Approx. reading time: 2–4 mins.

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Circular Economy Networks Report 2024
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Circular Economy Networks Report 2024

The report maps circular economy networks across the cultural sector and recommends actions to increase reuse, resource sharing, and environmental sustainability in arts and culture organisations.

Approx. reading time: 10–15 mins.

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Culture declares emergency toolkit (July 2024)
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Culture declares emergency toolkit (July 2024)

A three-stage toolkit that helps cultural organisations plan responses to the climate and ecological emergency through practice, community relationships, and long-term systemic change.

Approx. reading time: 6–10 mins.

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Nature North Report 2024
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Nature North Report 2024

This explores how nature recovery and environmental investment in Northern England can support regional economic growth, climate resilience, and healthier communities.

Approx. reading time: 4–6 mins.

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Practising the Planetary: Arts Catalyst Publication
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Practising the Planetary: Arts Catalyst Publication

A collection of essays and reflections that explores “planetary” thinking in contemporary art, focusing on ecological interdependence, situated practice, and how artists can rethink relationships between humans, non-humans, and environmental systems beyond extractive or colonial frameworks.

Approx. reading time: 10–15 mins.

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Culture, Climate and Environmental Responsibility Report 2023/24
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Culture, Climate and Environmental Responsibility Report 2023/24

The report presents Arts Council England’s annual environmental data and case studies from National Portfolio Organisations, showing how the cultural sector is reducing carbon emissions while embedding environmental responsibility into creative practice and operations.

Approx. reading time: 12–18 mins.

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WWF Footprint Calculator
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WWF Footprint Calculator

The WWF Footprint Questionnaire estimates your environmental impact based on lifestyle choices like food, travel, and energy use, and compares it to UK and global averages.

Approx. reading time: 2–5 mins.

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