Statement on the Climate Emergency and a Call for Urgent Action

To all political parties, politicians and local councils. 

A statement on the climate emergency and a call for urgent action by you for the future of our planet, from Hay Festival Global and our wide community of audience, session participants and other stakeholders.

We, as a community of individuals, artists, thinkers and change makers are asking local governments and all political parties to mobilise. In this election year, we ask that you publish your action plans to address the climate crisis and what we all need to change to meet Net Zero targets, initially by 2030.

At Hay Festival Global we are a creative catalyst for change through debate, discussion, and ideas around the world. We come together to share ideas, different perspectives and to find solutions. In a time of division and polarity, we provoke collective conversations that create a better world. We ask that you use your power to lead the urgent change that is needed.

The time to act is now.