Author: Stuart Mitchell

HRC’s Annual Report Outlines Ongoing Onslaught of Violence Against Trans People Amid Relentless Political Attacks

Stuart Mitchell

Yesterday, in observance of Trans Day of Remembrance, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF) published a new report, Fatal Violence Against Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming People in the United States, which tracks data relating to transgender and gender nonconforming people killed in the last year and provides insight into trends over time. Twenty-seven total cases of fatal violence against transgender and gender non-confirming people were recorded in the last year (from after Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024 through November 20, 2025). Since 2013, HRCF has recorded the deaths of 399…

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British Red Cross launches new Humanitarian Education Programme

Stuart Mitchell

Last month, the British Red Cross is launching a first-of-its-kind Humanitarian Education Programme for 11–18-year-olds. It helps teachers and youth workers develop humanitarian knowledge, skills and confidence of young people, giving them the tools to act with kindness and resilience when facing global and local challenges.   The programme gives educators the confidence, empathy and practical tools to respond. Three modules are already available – War and Conflict, First Aid and Climate Preparedness.  They use real-life scenarios, interactive films, games, and step-by-step guidance to help young people:  Prepare for emergencies –…

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58 cities join UNESCO Creative Cities Network

Stuart Mitchell

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has designated 58 Creative Cities, which now join the Organization’s dedicated Network. With these designations, the Network now includes 408 cities in more than 100 countries, recognized for their commitment to creative industries and cultural life.   UNESCO Creative Cities demonstrate that culture and creative industries can be concrete drivers of development. By welcoming 58 new cities, we are strengthening a Network where creativity supports local initiatives, attracts investment and promotes social cohesion,Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-General This year, a new theme, Architecture, has been added to the…

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ConcreteZero 2025 Impact Report: Turning ambition into measurable impact

Stuart Mitchell

Three years since its launch, ConcreteZero has grown into a global movement driving the decarbonisation of one of the world’s most emissions-intensive materials. Concrete accounts for 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet its climate impact has long been overlooked. This report marks a pivotal moment to reflect on progress, share member achievements, and set the course for the next phase of action.  A Growing Coalition for Change  ConcreteZero brings together companies that use, specify, or procure concrete – creating a powerful demand signal to transform global markets, investments, and…

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TotalEnergies and Aljomaih Energy & Water Awarded a 400 MW Solar Project

Stuart Mitchell

The consortium comprising France’s TotalEnergies and Saudi developer Aljomaih Energy & Water (AEW) has been awarded by the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) following a tender process, the license to develop, build and operate a 400 megawatts (MW) solar power plant in As Sufun, KSA. The electricity produced will be sold to SPPC through a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). The solar plant is expected to connect to the grid in 2027, and will power more than 68,400 homes. The As Sufun project is part of Round 6 of the National…

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