The Guardian’s climate assembly with George Monbiot and special guests
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Version 0 of 1. This is more than a discussion – it’s a call to action Date: Tuesday 16 September 2025 Times: 7.30pm-9pm (BST) Book tickets – in person or livestream Send in your questions for our panel In the last few years we’ve witnessed a dramatic shift away from the progress we need to avert climate disaster. A growing lobby of economic and political denial has been empowered by the Trump administration, which has declared war on climate progress, launching more dramatic anti-green moves in its first 100 days than in his entire first term. Around the world, a growing number of lawsuits are being used against governments over environmental laws and other regulations, while groups such as Greenpeace are being targeted too. What are the forces driving the pushback against a greener world? How have policies and actions to protect the climate been so badly weaponised? And what can we do to counter this new kind of opposition to climate action? On Tuesday 16 September, our panel of experts will be looking to answer these questions. Live in London, the invited groups, including our 2019 Guardian charity appeal partner Trees for Cities, Friends of the Earth, and Greenpeace, will showcase meaningful initiatives you can participate in. Before the panel discussion starts, you’ll have the unique opportunity to connect with them, engage in insightful discussions with other attendees, and learn more about what we can all do to tackle the climate crisis. The event will start with a special welcome address from the Guardian’s editor-in-chief, Katharine Viner. We’ll then be joined by the Guardian columnist George Monbiot; Mikaela Loach, the climate justice activist and author; and Emma Pinchbeck, chief executive of the Climate Change Committee and newly announced leader of the Green party, Zack Polanski to discuss the factors driving the big green pushback, and answer your questions followed by a special address by singer and environmentalist Feargal Sharkey. This panel discussion will also be livestreamed globally. Plus, by purchasing a ticket and attending this event – and all our Guardian Live events – you’re directly supporting the Guardian. This helps us continue our quality, independent reporting on the environment, and curate more interactive events such as this. You can join this event in-person at Friends House 173-177 Euston Rd., London NW1 2BJ, or via the livestream. Tickets start from £31.50 (£20 student tickets available) to attend the event in person, or £15 to watch it online. See tickets for further details. Details Book tickets – in person or livestream Book tickets – in person or livestream Date: Tuesday 16 September 2025Time: 7.30pm-9pm (BST) Or see this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.Location: Friends House, 173-177 Euston Rd., London NW1 2BJ, or join via the livestreamAccessibility: Friends House is wheelchair accessible. For detailed access information for the venue, please see their website here. If you have any access requirements you are eligible for 1 x free companion ticket, to notify us of this and your requirements, please email guardianlive.events@theguardian.com If you miss this live event, a recording will be sent to you. It will be available for two weeks so you can catch-up or revisit the event in your own time. What are the terms and conditions? By proceeding, you agree to the Guardian Live events Terms and Conditions. To find out what personal data we collect and how we use it, please visit our Privacy Policy. How do I access a livestream event? This event will be hosted on a third-party live streaming platform Vimeo, please refer to their privacy policy and terms and conditions before purchasing a ticket to the event. After registering, please refer to your confirmation email for access to the event. Will there be closed captions available? Yes closed captions will be available for this event. About Guardian Live events Guardian Live brings you closer to the big stories, award-winning journalists, and leading thinkers in livestreamed and interactive events that you can access from wherever you are in the world. To stay informed, sign up to our newsletter. You can also follow us on Instagram. |