Climate change

Still debating dirty coal in 2018 is a distraction

Brexit will affect many different aspects of our environment, from wildlife to air pollution. Here we look at what impact Brexit will have on fracking.

Friends of the Earth's campaign 7 years ago leads to new energy saving rules coming into force this April.

Druridge Bay is safe. The government has rejected plans for an opencast coal mine there – the first time a coal mine has been refused for climate change reasons in the UK.

The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Sajid Javid, today announced his decision to reject plans for an opencast coal mine at Druridge Bay, on the Northumberland coast.

This is INEOS’ third test drill application to go to a planning committee this year, with the first two also rejected in Harthill in Rotherham, and Marsh Lane, in Derbyshire. The application site area lies approximately 30 metres from Dewidales Ancient Woodlands.

Solutions to environmental crises must work for everyone. Liz Hutchins showcases some of the women leading the charge for change.

A massive fracking firm want to sue the National Trust for access to historic parkland. INEOS announced today that it is seeking a court order for the right to carry out seismic surveys.

Find contact details for all known Frack Free groups and Friends of the Earth local groups in Central England (Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and South Derbyshire).

We need a lot more housing, but every home should be well-insulated, affordable, safe and environmentally friendly: Friends of the Earth's position.