Read our briefings and analysis on key environmental issues
The EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is undoubtedly the single most important policy instrument for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in Europe, if not the world. This briefing by…
The built environment accounts for around 47 percent of UK CO2 emissions. In order to reduce overall emissions in line with government policy, by 80 percent by 2050, both existing…
Friends of the Earth Scotland welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the member’s debate on the highly controversial Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route. We have significant concerns about the social and…
The submission from Friends of the Earth Scotland to the call for evidence for the Consultation outlining the underestimated impact of cap and trade schemes (including personal carbon allowances), fuel…
The UK government published their draft Climate Change Bill in March 2007. Three parliamentary committees took evidence on the draft Bill and have now published their reports. This briefing summarises…
A joint submission from Friends of the Earth Scotland and the Association for the Conservation of Energy outlining ambitions for higher and more stringent targets, as well as increasing and…
A response from Friends of the Earth Scotland to the Proposed Alteration (Section 3 of the Lothian and Borders Area Waste Plan), expressing concern that the report is too technical…
A submission outlining the response from Friends of the Earth Scotland to Defra’s Carbon Emissions Reduction Target, including comments on investment allocation, transition from EEC2 to CERT, and Government commitment…
Welcome to the Noise FAQs. This guide is designed to start at the beginning and answer your questions on noise. Previous experience not required! The cheatsheet is your quick guide…