WASH & waste How a Kenyan city is tackling open waste burning 17 July 2026 Thousands of people in Kisumu are enjoying cleaner neighbourhoods, improved waste collection and healthier living conditions thanks to efforts to tackle open waste burning. Read the full story
Food & agriculture Big change starts with a small flock 15 July 2026 When Maria talks about poultry farming, she doesn't start with the chickens. She starts with the soil. Read the full story
Climate change The burning question: How can we prepare for a silent disaster? 26 June 2026 Tamanna Rahman As a Bangladeshi, for much of my career, climate disasters have been associated with dramatic images: flooded villages, homes swept away by storms, or communities rebuilding after catastrophe. Read the full story
Climate change After Bonn talks end in deadlock, attention turns to Climate Action Week 22 June 2026 People living on the frontlines of climate change will continue to be left without the money they need to adapt after negotiators failed to agree on key adaptation decisions. Read the full story
Climate change El Niño is coming, so how are we preparing? 16 June 2026 Beth Simons Every few years, a climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean known as El Niño leads to extreme weather in many parts of the world. Read the full story
Energy Turning wasted energy into opportunity in Gwanda 15 June 2026 In the dry landscapes of Gwanda District in southwest Zimbabwe, solar-powered water systems have transformed community gardens. Read the full story
Sarah Roberts steps down after five years leading Practical Action 8 June 2026 In her five years as CEO, Sarah has guided the organisation with clarity, integrity and purpose, strengthening our global impact and positioning Practical Action for the future. Read the full story
Climate change Record-breaking temperatures highlight growing need for help with living in extreme heat 2 June 2026 New research which warns billions could face dangerous living and working conditions by 2050, has combined with the UK’s highest ever May temperature to highlight growing concerns about extreme heat. Read the full story
Climate change Wealthy countries to deliver most climate change support through loans, not grants 22 May 2026 A new report from the world’s richest countries celebrating contributions to climate finance has been criticised by Practical Action’s experts. Read the full story