Liverpool 2020. Facing police violence and the threats of climate change, a cast of young characters find they need to change themselves before they can change the world.
 
When climate activist, Matt Whitney, dies in police custody, Charlie Connolly has his life turned upside down after giving a witness statement. Embroiled in the turmoil of climate politics and targeted by a rogue policeman, Charlie struggles to find his place in the world. But there are more immediate threats to his life than global warming.
 
As thousands of schoolkids demonstrate for their future, Charlie and his friend, Amina, follow the clues to unravel the tragic backstory of Whitney's life and death.