Successes

"Congratulations to all the brilliant local campaigners who fought so powerfully to stop this mine," said Friends of the Earth.

Thanks to you, Friends of the Earth has had another amazing year fighting for people and planet. Find out how you helped us create a fairer and greener world in 2024.

As the UK’s last coal-fired power plant closes down, we look back at our decades-long campaign against coal and celebrate the communities who’ve led the way.

Friends of the Earth's legal challenge opposing the Cumbrian mine was successful on all grounds

There's no denying it – things are changing all around us. But one thing stays the same: the incredible power of people coming together. Ready for a dose of inspiration? Here’s 5 stories that show just how amazing people power can be, and why there's always a reason to stay hopeful.

Together with the No Gas Caverns campaign group, we stopped huge gas storage caves being mined under Larne Lough, a stunning marine protected area. Read about the Larne Lough case.

Activists have won a stunning victory at the Supreme Court against oil drilling in Surrey. Find out how this is another step towards a fossil free future.

The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of grassroots and climate campaigners in a heavy blow for the fossil fuel industry. Read about the Horse Hill case and what it means for the future of fossil fuel projects in the UK.

Thanks to Friends of the Earth community groups, 8 newly elected mayors have promised climate and nature action. Find out how we secured their commitments.

For a second time we've defeated the UK government in court over its main climate strategy to reduce carbon emissions and help reach net zero. What's the government's climate plan and why do we need a better one?