“Failing to fix air pollution costs lives. It also shows a failure to address the climate crisis because the sources and solutions are intrinsically linked."
A new road to ease congestion on the M4 in south Wales was first proposed in the 1990s. After nearly 30 years of campaigning by Friends of the Earth, the route through the Gwent Levels has been finally ruled out.
Despite their struggles, communities around the world are leading the way in ambitious, fair and innovative solutions to climate breakdown. Discover their stories.
The legal team at Friends of the Earth has been instrumental in major wins like the fight against fracking and holding the government to account for not delivering a meaningful climate plan. Support their work.
It’s the dawn of a new era. The UK has a new government and an opportunity to set the course for a more climate and nature-friendly future. Find out what we think the government’s top priorities should be over the coming weeks and beyond.