The UK is set to host the UN climate talks (COP26) in Glasgow in November 2021. But while the UK government claims to be a climate leader, it's currently involved in 4 cases that may worsen climate breakdown. Read about the cases.
We’ve heard it before, “have you seen the emission figures? Look at China and India, it’s all their fault!”. This is a myth that we’ll debunk by addressing some popular beliefs surrounding global emissions.
Published: 23 Sep 2020
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Last updated: 11 Aug 2021
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5 minute read
Continued efforts from local groups and campaigners mean the battle over a proposed deep coal mine in West Cumbria is far from over. Friends of the Earth and 38 Degrees explore the twists and turns of the campaign, and what it means for local jobs.
Banks Mining wants to dig England's largest opencast coal mine on the Northumberland coast at Druridge Bay. But what about climate change and local tourism?
A mining company wants to dig England's largest opencast coal mine on the Northumberland coast at Druridge Bay. But what about climate change and local tourism?
During the day, Duncan Lawrence runs a busy cafe. He then swaps his apron for a computer, working into the small hours of the morning to stop a coal mine.
Published: 23 Jul 2018
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Last updated: 23 Nov 2018
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4 minute read
Druridge Bay is again under threat from an opencast coal mine. The High Court has upheld a challenge against the government’s refusal of planning permission in this Northumberland beauty spot.