Ever noticed how so much public infrastructure like phone boxes and bus shelters is covered in adverts? Our latest podcast episode explores how this came to be, and what happens when the ads take over. bit.ly/3M9dp6v

Advertising plays a big role in driving demand for SUVs, which are typically more dangerous, more polluting and more expensive than smaller cars. A ban on SUV advertising is a key part of any strategy to start taking these oversized vehicles off our streets.

Plans for in-curriculum support for children to spot misinformation and fake news online sound much needed. Helping them identify advertising is really important, too - children can find it difficult to tell ads apart from factual/entertainment content theguardian.com/education/arti…

Shocking briefing from Oil Change International reveals ongoing oil shipments from the likes of Shell, bp , ExxonMobil and TotalEnergies fueling Israel's war against Gaza, despite ICJ rulings. Something else you don't see in their ads 👀 theguardian.com/world/article/…

You've probably seen Shell's latest ad campaign: the lady in the red boiler suit promising EV chargers and "investment in communities". Our latest blog unpicks Shell's history of greenwash advertising, and why regulation fails to stop them. adfreecities.org.uk/2024/08/shell-…

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Great to see so many councils understanding the impact of unhealthy ads on local populations & doing something about it - adding Peterborough & Cheshire West & Chester to the growing list 🥳sustainweb.org/news/aug24-adv…

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This Saturday, I am delighted to be chairing this discussion with members from Adfree Cities and Green House . All welcome #greenpartyconference2024

What's the deal with demand reduction? 🤔 Join badvertising on Sep 23rd for a public event to discuss climate policy solutions that swap high polluting lifestyles for a just and sustainable world 🌍 Register here --> badverts.org/latest/taking-…

SUVs are often marketed for being "safer" for occupants. But this comes at the direct expense of other road users' safety. Regulation is good, but banning them altogether is better. #NobodyNeedsAnSUV apnews.com/article/us-ped…

Join us in Liverpool on September 23 for a free public event on reducing demand for high carbon products. We have speakers from 🔹Climate charity Possible 🔹Sheffield Council 🔹Client Earth 🔹more TBA! badverts.org/latest/taking-…

The junk food ad ban is fantastic, but not including outdoor advertising is a huge missed opportunity. Read our response to the government's recent announcement to restrict junk food ads on TV and online. adfreecities.org.uk/2024/09/junk-f…

Start taking action against misleading airline ads 🔥 Join our webinar in collaboration with Fossielvrij NL to learn how to submit complaints against greenwashing ads (& win!) 📅Wednesday 2nd October ⏲️5pm CEST Register: shorturl.at/hbrXl