5 reasons why paternity leave is essential to close the gender pay gap
Meaningful paternity leave is fundamental to women getting equal pay. Here are five reasons why…
Celebrating one year at OG with our Project Assistant, Blánaid
In just a year, our Projects Assistant Blánaid has made her mark in most aspects of work and life at OG. She looks back on a year at Opportunity Green.
5 reasons why we should take the train instead of the plane for business travel
How does train travel compare to taking the plane to European destinations? Our Project Assistant Sabrina Khan-Dighe travelled from London to Valencia by train and reports back.
Positive climate stories in October
It might be the month for frights and fear, but October has also delivered its fair share of good news when it comes to climate. Here’s our regular round-up of the month’s most positive stories…
Celebrating Black History Month 2023
For Black History Month, Opportunity Green’s Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Committee celebrates the brilliant achievements of Black Women-Identifying Climate Activists.
5 reasons why we need to make getting a heat pump easier
Why should you get a heat pump? They’re better for the environment, more efficient and will cut your energy bills compared to a gas boiler. But, as our CEO discovered, getting a heat pump installed in your home is no easy task.
Welcome to our new Treasurer
We speak to our new treasurer, Faresi Farisai Nyaoda, who will be helping us achieve our goals through effective financial management practices.
5 reasons why I’m so proud of 2 years of Opportunity Green!
It’s time to celebrate - Opportunity Green has turned two! Our CEO Aoife O’Leary gives her five reasons why she’s proud of what we’ve achieved so far.
How much green hydrogen do we really need?
We look at why green hydrogen is needed in certain sectors, like shipping and aviation, and separate the myths from the hype.
The four-day week: why Thursday is the new Friday at OG
At Opportunity Green, we’re proud to announce that we are now officially a four-day week employer. Find out how we’ve adapted to the change and what it means to our team.
Positive climate stories in September
From cruise companies facing greenwashing claims to a new flight cap at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, read on to hear about our five best climate stories this month.
Small island states seek climate justice at international tribunal
Last month, we attended the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) and heard compelling testimony from small island states, leading scientists, and legal experts. Here’s the lowdown.
We’re filing complaints over cruise companies’ ‘green’ fuel claims. Here’s why…
Why we're filing complaints against the cruise industry’s systemic misleading advertising of fossil LNG as a ‘green’ fuel.
We can’t let shipping and aviation fall through the green hydrogen gap
This week, the SASHA Coalition published a report on how green hydrogen will contribute to the decarbonisation of shipping and aviation. But what is the ‘green hydrogen gap’ and how can we overcome it?
Positive climate stories in August
This month’s positive climate stories round-up is out! Read on for your monthly boost of all that is going good throughout the globe.
Positive climate stories in July
This month’s round-up of positive climate stories has helped boost our spirits at OG. From significant drops in deforestation in South America to blocks to airport expansion proposals, read on and rejoice…
Celebrating one year at OG with our Legal Director Carly
As the second hired employee to hit the one-year milestone, Carly reflects on why she joined Opportunity Green and what she’s most proud of so far.
Does the IMO’s revised GHG Strategy hit the mark?
The latest round of negotiations at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) had everything to be a historical moment. But will this moment be remembered in years to come? Our Shipping Manager, Ana Laranjeira, assesses the outcomes.
Schiphol flight cap gets the green light from the Dutch Court of Appeal
The Dutch Court of Appeal has given the green light to the Dutch Government’s proposal to reduce flight numbers at Schiphol Airport Amsterdam. Our quickfire Q&A explains why it’s an important win for the environment and the local population.