
Research & Briefings
Read our briefings and analysis on key environmental issues
Circular economy organisers pack
Friends of the Earth Scotland’s response to the Grangemouth Inquiry
There is an urgent need for both regional and sectoral just transition planning to ensure the workforce and community are supported through the changes which must come to meet our climate objectives.
Briefing paper on Scotland’s deposit return scheme
Briefing paper with the latest information on Scotland’s deposit return scheme.
Aggregates tax consultation response
This response sets out our position on a devolved aggregates tax and notes several areas for attention which are important to consider.
Response to the circular economy bill consultation
Our response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the Circular Economy Bill and Route Map.
The case for consumption-based targets
The Circular Economy Bill, currently being consulted on by the Scottish Government, is a timely opportunity to establish consumption-based targets for Scotland. Read our paper on why this is important.
Circular Economy in Action around the World – Lessons for Scotland
This report looks at circular economy case studies from around the world, and how they could benefit Scotland if they were implemented here.
National Planning Framework 4 Consultation Response
Our response to the Scottish Governments consultation on National Planning Framework 4.