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New report shows a cleaner, greener energy future for Scotland is possible

A new report shows for the first time that a truly sustainable energy future is achievable for Scotland, meeting climate change, renewable energy and energy saving targets and creating new…

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Pupils encouraged to swap stories in a bid to help the environment

Scottish Power has teamed up with Friends ofthe Earth Scotland and the Edinburgh International Book Festival to launch a fun end of term reading challenge for youngsters across the country….

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Colony of miniature penguins descends on Scotland

A colony of climate-refugee penguins set off from Scotland’s capital today on a brave mission to carry their message of ‘Save the Human’ across the country.   The pocket-sized model penguins…

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Climate campaigners gear up for pressure on UN talks

Climate campaigners from across Scotland will gather in Edinburgh this weekend to learn about the UN climate talks taking place in Copenhagen this December, and plan a campaign to put…

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Famous Scots back strong climate law

As Holyrood gears up to make changes to the Climate Change Bill, Scottish celebrities have added their voices to the call for a strong climate law. The four celebrities are…

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Budget 2009 – FoES comment

Commenting on Alistair Darling’s budget announcement, Duncan McLaren, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth Scotland said: “There were some green shoots in this budget, but they were few and far…

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Trump to receive ‘Stupid’ gong at climate awards ceremony

A part glitzy, part tongue-in-cheek awards ceremony will be held tonight at Edinburgh Filmhouse cinema in recognition of the contributions of various Scottish individuals and organisations to the fight against…

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Climate saints and sinners named at the Not Stupid awards

A glitzy awards ceremony will be held this Saturday (21 March 2009) at Edinburgh Filmhouse to recognise the contributions of various Scottish individuals and organisations to the fight against climate…

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Briefing: Responding to Recession – a Green Stimulus?

Tomorrow (Wed 18th March) John Swinney is expected to outline the Scottish Government’s plans for economic stimulus – including green measures – at the National Economic Forum. Friends of the…

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