System change

How do our court cases work?

  Published:  04 Nov 2022     |       5 minute read
In July 2022 Friends of the Earth secured a court victory against the UK government over its economy-wide climate strategy. But what happens in a climate court case? Lawyer Will Rundle gives us a sneak peek behind the scenes.

How is the UK causing habitat destruction worldwide?

  Published:  12 Sep 2022     |       3 minute read
The wonders of habitats like the rainforest and the wealth of species they contain have been transported to our homes by TV series such as Planet Earth. But they’re being exploited to fuel global demand for everyday products. Find out about some of the most at-risk habitats and how the UK is contributing to their destruction.

What are supply chains and why do they matter?

  Published:  10 May 2022     |       2 minute read
How can we be sure that the food we buy and the clothes we wear aren't doing more harm than good? Sustainability Analyst Clare Oxborrow explores how supply chains can negatively impact people and planet and why the UK needs a new law to hold companies to account for damage they cause.

Why Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities need our support

  Published:  26 Apr 2022     |       Last updated:  05 Sep 2022     |       3 minute read
The passing of the policing bill into law is a moment to redouble our efforts to defend Britain’s 300,000 strong Gypsy and Traveller communities, who face increased criminalisation under the new law. Romany journalist Jake Bowers explains how the bill impacts nomadic ways of life, and why we need to join forces across society to defend and protect our planet.