Down to Earth
by The Guardian Environment Team
The Guardian's essential climate briefing. Down to Earth delivers weekly, human-centric reporting on the environmental crisis, with a focus on solutions and the people leading them.
About Down to Earth
Down to Earth is the 'Engaged Citizen's' guide to the planet. Its weekly newsletter is famous for its 'Climate Hero' series—highlighting the individuals and communities taking radical action to protect the earth. It's unique for its clarity; it takes complex scientific concepts and boils them down into terms that anyone can understand and act upon. It is an essential read for those who want to stay informed without being overwhelmed by the scale of the crisis.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Approachable Urgency. It combines The Guardian's world-class reporting with a warm, conversational, and solution-focused tone.
Who Should Subscribe?
General readers who want a high-quality, reliable, and inspiring weekly update on the state of the environment.
Content Format
A friendly weekly email featuring 'The Big Idea', 'The Good News', and 'One Thing You Can Do'.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptionally clear and engaging writing
- Strong focus on positive action and climate heroes
- Free to access with no paywall
Cons
- Broad international focus (may lack local granular detail)
- Can be seen as having a strong editorial bias towards activist solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, it is free, though The Guardian frequently invites readers to support their independent journalism through one-off or monthly contributions.
How often is Down to Earth published?
Down to Earth is published weekly.
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Yes, Down to Earth is completely free to subscribe.
About the Author: The Guardian Environment Team
The Guardian Environment Team
The Guardian is a world leader in environmental journalism. They were one of the first major outlets to officially adopt the term 'Climate Emergency' and have a massive, dedicated global climate desk.
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