Energy

Druridge Bay is again under threat from an opencast coal mine. The High Court has upheld a challenge against the government’s refusal of planning permission in this Northumberland beauty spot.

Why we need to reduce global warming greenhouse gases rapidly: Friends of the Earth England, Wales and Northern Ireland's position.

The government's decision to reject a coal mine at Druridge Bay – because it would have "an adverse effect on climate change" – is a UK first.

West Cumbria will be home to the UK’s first deep coal mine in 30 years, despite the valiant efforts of a teenager and her Climate Action group. But these campaigners will keep fighting this short-sighted decision.

We need to minimise how climate change affects people and nature. We also have a responsibility to help the most vulnerable to cope: Friends of the Earth's position.

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

During the day, Duncan Lawrence runs a busy cafe. He then swaps his apron for a computer, working into the small hours of the morning to stop a coal mine.

Stunning beaches and dunes make Druridge Bay a hotspot for people and wildlife. But this Northumberland getaway is at risk of losing its charm to a coal mine – bad news for the community and the climate.