Friends of the Earth is the UK's biggest grassroots network dedicated to protecting people and planet.
The world-changing Climate Change Act
Following a successful campaign by led Friends of the Earth, the UK government introduced the Climate Change Act 2008. It was a groundbreaking law which made the UK the first ever country to set legally binding targets to cut carbon emissions.
16 years on from the introduction of the Climate Change Act, our new report outlines what it’s achieved so far and how its legacy is under threat.
News from our grassroots network
Make a difference from your sofa
What we've achieved
From our campaigners and lawyers to local groups and supporters, we push for change on causes that matter to you, like:
- Working with groups to protect local areas and make them more climate friendly.
- Taking government to court over projects that harm our environment.
- Fighting for environmental and social justice globally.
In focus
