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The secondhand clothing conundrum
With costs soaring for everyone except the companies churning out fast fashion, it’s time to change the way second-hand clothes are managed for good.
What did we learn from our campaign for Irvine Without Incinerators?
Late last year, after five years of building, and nearly two full years of local protest, Oldhall Waste Incinerator in North Ayrshire were granted the licence to fire up. This is expected to happen this month.
What comes next for the new Scottish Parliament?
This Scottish Government and set of MSPs will be in the parliament for five years – the critical time for finalising Scotland’s transition away from fossil fuels.
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Record-breaking weather shows the climate is changing fast
In Scotland the warmest Hogmanay on record was followed by the hottest New Year’s Day.
Official advisors call for more detail on Scotland’s climate plans
Climate advisors take tough new line with the Scottish Government on their plans.
Bikes for Christmas but nowhere to ride
Campaigners are calling for safer streets for cycling after many kids have received bikes as Christmas presents but don’t feel safe to get out on the roads.
Business trying to delay energy transition away from fossil fuels
The industry has realised they are losing the argument badly and things are about to get serious.
Young people and climate action in 2021
Young Friends of the Earth Scotland (YFoES) network coordinator Catrina reflects on a huge year for the Scottish climate movement, and how young people fought for change.
Was COP26 a success?
In terms of its negotiated outcomes it’s hard to view COP26 as anything other than a resounding failure, but here in Scotland and the UK, we can ensure that the legacy of the summit is a movement fit for the fight of our lives over the decade ahead.
What happened at our COP26 Just Transition Hub?
The Just Transition Hub, organised by Friends of the Earth Scotland, Platform, STUC, TUC, War on Want and the Just Transition Partnership.
Reflections on COP26: a story of two extremes
Rona Hardie from the Young Friends of the Earth Scotland steering group reflects on her experiences during COP26 as a Scottish young person.
12 big wins from 2021
2021 was undoubtedly the biggest year of climate action in Scotland’s history. We’re celebrating some of the wins.
