Transport in a net-zero future
Road transport is Scotland’s biggest climate polluter. We must urgently change the ways we get around. This briefing describes the sustainable transport system we need, and how we get there.
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Research & Briefings
Read our briefings and analysis on key environmental issues
Workplace Parking Levy Stage 2 Briefing (June 2019)
This briefing sets out why Friends of the Earth Scotland supports the workplace parking levy, ahead of the stage two proceedings of the Transport (Scotland) Bill – which has potential…
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Briefing for 20mph speed limits debate
Parliamentary briefing supporting 20mph speed limits Bill. The Bill would mean safer streets, increased walking and cycling and help tackle air pollution.
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FoES Briefing on Transport Bill Stage 2
Briefing for MSPs on the Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee ahead of Stage 2 of the Transport Bill.
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Response to Scottish Government Addendum Consultation on Fracking
In our response to the consultation of October 2018, we expressed our support for the Scottish Government’s preferred policy position of no support for unconventional oil and gas extraction (UOG),…
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FoES Board Member Job Description
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Sea Change: Climate Emergency, Jobs and Managing the Phase-Out of UK Oil and Gas Extraction
Report reveals the climate impact of North Sea oil and gas extraction, and urges UK and Scottish Governments to prioritise a job-creating energy transition.
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Response to Environmental Principles and Governance Consultation
We welcome the opportunity to give our views on this subject, and respond to the consultation questions below. We also endorse the response submitted by Scottish Environment LINK. We support…
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Parliamentary Evidence on the Scottish National Investment Bank
Evidence for the Scottish Parliament Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee on the Scottish National Investment Bank.
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