Greta's Story

The story of Greta Thunberg; the schoolgirl who inspired a worldwide climate change movement. It's 20 August 2018; late summer in Stockholm; and it feels incredibly hot in the city. The TV news reports rising temperatures; and there have been numerous fires throughout Sweden. Fifteen-year-old Greta Thunberg decides she can't wait any longer: politicians have to do something to save the environment. Instead of returning to school; Greta takes a placard and goes on strike in front of Sweden's parliament building. Greta's protest began the Fridays for Future - or School Strike 4 Climate - movement; which millions have now joined around the world. Greta has spoken at COP24; the UN summit on climate change; and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. This is her story; but also that of many other girls and boys around the world willing to fight against the indifference of the powerful for a better future.