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Does carbon offsetting work?
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Offsetting. Everybody’s at it. Shell says that it offsets the petrol that its customers buy. The aviation industry has said offsetting is how we can carry on flying. Some countries even want to offset their emissions. But what is carbon offsetting and does it work?

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Sheffield Friends of the Earth

Many of us today are concerned about environmental problems, from extinction of wildlife species to traffic congestion and air that's unfit to breathe. These problems often seem too big to solve, leaving us feeling powerless to act.

That's where Sheffield Friends of the Earth comes in. We're made up of people from all walks of life who share a common concern for the state of the planet and a desire to do something about it.

By joining us in Sheffield you have the power to help change your world and make it a healthier and safer place to live.

Suffolk Coastal Friends of the Earth

We want to see a new positive relationship between people and the planet, which recognises that all living things are interconnected. 

We aim to protect our wildlife and its habitats from harmful development, pesticides and pollution.  

By working with other local groups and individuals we also help to ensure that local people can enjoy a healthy environment in their towns and villages.

Swale Friends of the Earth

Swale Friends of the Earth is a voluntary group of people from different backgrounds united by one thing – our passion for creating a thriving world for everyone.

That means a healthy natural environment and a fair economy where everyone’s needs are met, now and in the future. 

We have a great network of local members and organisations and work in a variety of engaging ways to not only raise awareness of threats but to also promote positive solutions.