Just Stop Oil Protesters Spray Stonehenge Orange

Stop Oil Highlights the Hypocrisy of Fossil Fuel Companies

On Wednesday, August 24, 2023, activists from the group Just Stop Oil sprayed orange powder onto the monoliths at Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The action was carried out to highlight the hypocrisy of fossil fuel companies, which often use images of Stonehenge and other iconic cultural landmarks in their advertising campaigns while simultaneously contributing to the destruction of the planet's climate and ecosystems.

A Call for Immediate Action

Just Stop Oil is demanding an immediate halt to all new oil and gas projects. The group argues that the continued exploration and extraction of fossil fuels is incompatible with the need to address the climate crisis and protect the planet for future generations. The action at Stonehenge is part of a wider campaign by the group to raise awareness of the urgent need for climate action.

Reactions to the Protest

The action by Just Stop Oil has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have praised the group for its bold and creative protest, while others have criticized the action as disrespectful and damaging to the historic site. English Heritage, the organization that manages Stonehenge, has condemned the action and said that it will be working to clean up the paint.

The Importance of Climate Activism

The protest at Stonehenge is a reminder of the importance of climate activism. The climate crisis is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today, and it is essential that we take action to address it. Just Stop Oil is one of many groups around the world that are working to raise awareness of the climate crisis and demand action from governments and corporations.