Day: 8 February 2025

“Where there’s water, there’s a child with a dream”: Former Paralympian Ellie Simmonds shares her life through water in powerful new WaterAid film

Stuart Mitchell

Paralympic gold medallist, Strictly Come Dancing star, and broadcaster Ellie Simmonds has shared special moments of her inspiring life through the lens of water in a powerful new film for WaterAid.  Launched today, the touching film features some never-before-seen footage of Ellie as a young girl, from learning to swim and playing with water, through to her career-defining moments as a gold medal-winning swimmer at the Paralympic Games, highlighting the many opportunities water can bring.  The film is part of WaterAid’s ‘Where there’s water’ winter appeal, which highlights the positive…

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The Road to Electrification: U.S. Homeowners Are Ready, but More Education on Cost and Performance Remain

Stuart Mitchell

As an estimated 42% of the U.S.’s energy-related emissions that negatively contribute to climate change come from our homes and vehicles, it’s clear the American public has an opportunity to take personal actions that can lead to positive changes for our families, our communities, our health and wellbeing, and our planet. In a newly released mixed-methods research study of more than 5,000 homeowners, the Ad Council Research Institute (ACRI) partnered with Rewiring America to better understand the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of U.S. homeowners on electrification (or “going electric”), and…

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From Rochdale Pioneers to Global Impact: Celebrating 180 Years of Co-operation with New Development Fund

Stuart Mitchell

Rochdale’s historic Toad Lane – the birthplace of the co-operative movement – marked 180 years of co-operation on Saturday, 21 December, with the launch of the Fund for International Co-operative Development (FICD). The new fund will provide financial support and expertise to co-operatives globally, helping communities rebuild after crises, foster peace, and create sustainable economies. 180 years ago, the Rochdale Pioneers united to create a solution to the unfair prices and poor-quality food they faced. Today, as communities grapple with similar challenges in food security and supply chains, co-operatives continue…

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Interviews With Global Game Changers About the Climate Crisis

Stuart Mitchell

New book, What Will YOUR Legacy Be? – Conversa:ons With Global Game Changers About The Climate Crisis by author Sangeeta Waldron, released through LID Publishing will help readers to understand some of our biggest environmental challenges and how individuals, communities, organisations and nations are restoring our planet. The book explores different themes – from science to food, global politics, business, to the media, arts and music, communities and more. What Will YOUR Legacy Be? also has a collection of conversations with thirty-six global influencers, thought leaders, and change-makers about the…

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Edinburgh charity unveils bold youth mental health strategy

Stuart Mitchell

An Edinburgh-based youth mental health charity has unveiled an ambitious new strategy designed to create meaningful and accessible support spaces for young people across the city. U-evolve, which has supported over 200 young people aged 11-21 each year since 2015, is marking a pivotal moment in its mission with the launch of its comprehensive 2025-2028 strategy. The charity offers tailored services such as mental health coaching, counselling, art therapy, drop-in sessions, and specialised workshops, breaking down traditional barriers to mental health support. The new strategy focuses on creating both physical…

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