Successes

Published: 20 Jun 2024 | Last updated: 13 Sep 2024 | 4 minute read

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.

Published: 20 Jun 2024 | 13 minute read

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.

Published: 10 May 2024 | 2 minute read

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.

Published: 03 May 2024 | 4 minute read

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?

Published: 03 May 2024 | 1 minute read

The Climate Budget Delivery Plan was the government’s latest attempt at a climate plan. Senior Lawyer Niall Toru explains why it wasn’t up to scratch and why it’s making headlines...

Published: 03 Nov 2023 | 2 minute read

Tired of watching non-stop climate doom news? Don't give up hope! Our work together as a movement is creating lasting change for the planet and future generations. Find out how people power really can create positive change.

Published: 14 Sep 2023 | 2 minute read

Coal is a part of our heritage, not our future

Published: 16 Dec 2022 | 3 minute read

As the year comes to an end, we’ve been reflecting on the amazing achievements of our network. We found strength in numbers, and together we pushed for local, national and global change. Here are 8 ways our network took action to protect the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it.

Published: 27 Jun 2022 | 3 minute read

Climate activists have successfully fought off proposed plans for shale gas testing in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. Find out why this is such a significant win for climate, community and campaigning.

Published: 11 May 2022 | 3 minute read

As a result of our legal challenge, the UK government has admitted to acting unlawfully in its Heat and Building Strategy. Find out why its actions were unlawful, who it impacts and what happens next.