Richard Dixon, Author at Friends of the Earth Scotland

We are heading for a major clash on European environmental standards, particularly on the use and regulation of chemicals.

Our round up of Scotland’s most polluted streets shows more action on transport is needed.

As the planet gasps, fires around the world are a warning of what may become the new normal. They must be a wake up call.

We’ve only got one planet and we need to treat it more gently if we want to survive.

A very important legal case in the Netherlands shows the power of the law in protecting the planet.

A hard-hitting official report reveals the depth of Europe’s climate and nature crisis, and suggests much-needed ways forward.

The European Union is trying to regain the leadership it once had on climate change ambition by launching a Green Deal.

The awards are given to countries or groups of countries which have been particularly obstructive or disingenuous in the climate negotiations.

Scientists are sounding the alarm about the risk of passing climate tipping points, leading to ever more dangerous impacts.

Author - Richard Dixon