Friends of the Earth: 2011 : Archive : Climate Change news

Queen goes green - but what about community solar?

Let's have solar power for all

Government plans damaging appeal against High Court ruling

Ministers should focus on revitalising solar

We win solar legal challenge

Government cuts to solar ruled illegal

Our solar legal case: why we're in court

Keeping clean energy on track

Our big solar court case

Success could save thousands of jobs

Our supporters keep legal challenge on track

Government faces legal action over solar cuts

Use of bioenergy must be planet-friendly, Government panel warns

Increased use of bioenergy: UK must ensure it's earth safe

After Durban, the renewable energy transformation continues

Where next for rolling out renewables

Fears that older people won't stay warm this winter

Rocketing energy bills causing concern

Community energy fund overshadowed by solar cuts

Mixed signals on clean energy

High Court rules in favour of solar legal challenge

Full hearing next week

Birmingham wins international award for energy-saving programme

Council to spend £1.5bn in the next 15 years

UN climate talks reach feeble agreement in Durban

The result of the talks and the road ahead

Hundreds protest inside UN climate talks to stand by Africa and small islands

Protesters for a strong agreement on the final day in Durban

3,000 people demand EU leadership at climate talks

Friends of the Earth delivers supporter letters to the EU

Adam's bike challenge. Stage 8: Not as tough as skiing the frozen planet

Because it's there - for now

Durban climate talks: 24 hours to close the gap

5 steps needed in last 24 hours at Durban climate talks

Friends of the Earth outline an alternative energy future in Durban

Day of discussion on a global system of renewable energy

Reclaiming power

An alternative energy model for people and the planet

Durban beyond Dirty Energy?

A vision for a clean energy future #COP17

Huhne sets out UK ambition for Durban

EU must back Kyoto Protocol in latest climate talks

Greenhouse gases reach new high

Concentrations at record levels since pre-industrial time

BBC sells Frozen Planet without climate change episode

Was BBC right to sell series abroad without climate warning?

Cutting Air Passenger Duty would be plane stupid

Government must resist airline lobbying

Npower fined again

Energy company fined over customer complaints

We're taking the Government to court over solar cuts

Slashes to feed-in tariff unlawful says Friends of the Earth

Christmas comes early for EDF Energy

EDF celebrates profits

Environmental education: Earth Course breaks new ground

Help us develop our Earth Course

Has Panorama fallen for some dodgy figures?

Energy claims don't add up

We threaten legal action over plans to slash solar subsidies

Climate Change Minister Greg Barker warned

Fracking 'probably' caused Blackpool tremors

'Highly probable' fracking triggered tremors in Blackpool

Wind turbines of change

Anti wind farm protesters support the turbines they opposed

Funding for popular solar scheme slashed

Government halves its backing

Sevenoaks residents speak out

Sevenoaks Chronicle reports on local concerns about energy

Milton Keynes backs wind

Campaigning in favour of local wind farm

Huhne slams green power critics

Energy Secretary says renewables can revive the economy

MPs urge Government to act on energy security

Clean energy = secure energy

Final energy demand

Our Final Demand campaign takes to the streets

Public demand inquiry into Big Six

Will the Government listen to the public at last?

Energy Bill gets Royal Assent

The end of the Energy Bill - so what did we win?

Fracking in Lancashire - a village-eye view

Andy Atkins visits a fracking site

Insulate our homes and save lives and money

Clean energy for warm homes and jobs

Final Demand campaign launches

Company spoof launches call for energy we can all afford

MPs hear first-hand account of energy poverty in developing countries

South African community activist meets MPs

Dirty energy could cost us £300 more a year

New report links fossil fuels to soaring household bills

New pylon wins £5,000 prize

Clean energy and a smarter grid also needed

Andy Atkins meets shale gas protesters

Friends of the Earth Director calls for clean, safe energy

Flying in the face of reason: biofuels and aviation

Rush for biofuels bad news for environment

EU urged to set tougher targets

European public puts climate action before economic challenge

Final debate on the energy bill

Government avoids a vote on cold rented homes

Non-nuclear trumps nuclear

Scottish & Southern Energy need to invest more in renewables

Climate talks in Panama - October 2011

An assessment of the negotiations

Lancashire shaken over fracking proposal

Shale gas drilling could drain funding for renewables

£470m to cross the Mersey

Government funds toll bridge instead of public transport

In the fast lane to climate change

80 mph speed limit would increase carbon emissions

European supergrid would revolutionise our energy supply

Britain could export clean power to its neighbours

U-turn on fortnightly bin collections

Communities Secretary wants weekly bin collections back

Robin Hood hits Europe

It's a crucial time for the Robin Hood Tax campaign

Will Huhne tame the Big Six - and cut our pricey fossil fuel dependency?

The Energy Secretary takes on England's energy market

MPs rebel to support tougher action on cold rented homes

MPs stick their necks out to cut fuel poverty

Energy Bill debate: Success has many parents...

Giving and taking advice

Recession, emissions and missed opportunities

Councils could miss carbon targets and lose out on green jobs

Move the planet beyond fossil fuels

Be part of the global day of action on 24 September.

The Queen goes hydroelectric

Windsor Castle uses water power for clean energy

Food waste bins get thumbs up

Councils should provide collections says the public

Links between green policies and fuel rises inaccurate

Newspaper miscalculates

Does the Arctic melt matter?

Do polar bears really matter? Who cares if Arctic melts?

Huhne warms to task of taking on energy giants

Energy Secretary calls for insulation drive

Campaigners to meet Planning Minister

Greg Clark faces questions over poor planning proposals

Plug us in energy survey - the results so far...

How can we best move to a safe and affordable energy future?

Red Tape Challenge threatens environmental protection

Government scheme could undermine green economy

Government fails in aviation emissions pledge

2050 aviation targets may not take off, as Governments falters

Parliament gives green light to polluting power

MPs approve guidance for future power projects

No end to nuclear power plans despite closure of Sellafield

Government still plans new reactors

Why Government can't act on councils and climate change

Chris Huhne's response to our 10,000 strong petition

Shell oil spill - time to switch to renewable power

The Government must develop green and safe UK energy

Rail fares set to rise by as much as 13 per cent

Will higher fares force commuters into their cars?

Home, green home: living roofs and other ways to save energy

Grassed up in the Faroes

Lavenham public meeting - much agreement between local green groups and MP

South Suffolk MP Tim Yeo talks sense on climate change

Supporter of the week: Liz Jensen

Wordsmith probes climate change

Be part of the summer camp season

Get to know Young Friends of the Earth

Cold homes plans are too slow and too weak

Joint statement to the Government on cold rented homes

Government failing to deliver green transport

Sustainable travel a low priority for many local councils

New planning system is a threat to environment

Consultation on reforms

Energy companies told to compensate customers

MPs demand end to 'Del Boy' doorstep sales tactics

Deep fat flyer: biofuels and air travel

Flights powered by cooking oil - could it work?

Clean British power could help avoid reliance on gas imports

New stats reveal worrying energy trend

20:20 hindsight - a wonderful thing

A prime minister in 2020 looks back on today's decisions

Bonn climate talks show lack of ambition

Rich countries continue to block climate progress

Getting away from it all

Sustainable holidays

Counting the cost of energy production

How can we follow Germany's lead and go green?

Committee on Climate Change calls for faster, stronger action on rented homes

Minimum standards needed

Left wing? Right wing? or just green?

Response to left-wing charge by Mark Lynas

Pushing Europe for climate action

Campaigning at the Bonn climate talks

Invest in solar schools

Find out how to invest in energy co-operative

A lot done...but more to do on Energy Bill

Last push needed for strong Energy Bill

What makes a good green government?

TUC Climate Change Conference 2011

Not at Glastonbury? Then sign our new petition

5 reasons why signing our petition is better than Glastonbury

Tory MEPs defy Coalition and threaten crucial climate vote

'Show leadership' on EU carbon emissions, Cameron warned

Witney calls on Cameron to strengthen Energy Bill

Constituents ask Prime Minister for key improvements

How laws get made: behind the scenes at Parliament

My ringside seat as a new energy law is fine-tuned

Which university is the greenest of them all?

Unis' eco credentials ranked in new Green League

Great power, great responsibility

Geologists say we're changing the planet. What to do next?

Public meetings send clear message to MPs

MPs urged to support a stronger Energy Bill

Pressure grows on Energy Bill Committee MPs

Two West Midlands local groups lobby their MPs

Government slashes funding for local solar power

Cuts to feed-in tariff for solar PV

Norwich MP urged to back stronger Energy Bill

Simon Wright has opportunity to influence committee stage

Glastonbury meeting convinces MP to support stronger Energy Bill

Tessa Munt MP agrees the Bill should do more

Cameron's council calls for stronger Energy Bill

Witney councillors say local action is crucial

Government's energy efficiency proposals are too weak

Disappointing proposals published

The truth about green 'taxes'

is anything a tax if it keeps us safe and saves money?

Selly Oak MP calls for a stronger Energy Bill

Steve McCabe MP confirms his support at a public meeting

Newcastle MP joins call for stronger Energy Bill

Public meeting proves productive

Derby public meeting highlights climate concerns

Local MP pledges support

I've cut my electric bill

Save cash and cut your CO2 emissions

Dressing cool to save the planet

Japan sets summer office dress code to save energy

Nick Clegg challenged at public meeting in Sheffield

Huge turnout to question Deputy Prime Minister

An unwelcome world record

Global carbon emissions are at record levels

Richmond and Twickenham vote for stronger Energy Bill

Local people want MPs to act on climate change

Telford MP joins fight for stronger Energy Bill

David Wright MP declares his support

Was putting solar panels on our house a good idea?

We did it for you

Keeping the sparks flying: pylons for the future?

Britain's electricity pylons are up for a revamp.

Government cuts could decimate council climate action - new report

Environment spending at risk

Don't stop gleamin': councils and climate change

Local action on climate change could be under threat.

Green electricity from River Bain Hydro

Community energy scheme gets switched on

DECC Ministers being lobbied on climate change

Three meetings happening on the same day

Carbon budget welcomed

But 'get-out clause' could dent business confidence.

Strong man 'Energy Bill' flexes muscles at Westminster

MPs call on Govt for stronger new energy law

Paraguay photo galleries

The impact of deforestation on people and the environment

Cold homes cause misery for children

New report reveals effects of cold homes on children

Act for the Arctic

World leaders challenged on climate change

Government promises warmer rented homes

Friends of the Earth leads coalition for energy efficiency

In it to win it: a warm glow on homes

Team on a winning run

Huhne urged to resign over "green" Government

Friends of the Earth call for Energy Secretary to walk

Coalition set to break promise to be 'greenest government ever', says Jonathon Porritt

Our former Director assesses the Coalition's first year

To tree I do wed. How green was the royal wedding?

Counting the carbon

Chris White put under the spotlight over Energy Bill

MP quizzed over the Bill's effect on emissions

Cold rented homes cost NHS £145m a year

New research by public health experts

Darlington MP vows to work for stronger Energy Bill

UK's first community owned solar power plant

A real sunrise industry

Nelly the elephant packs her trunk for Parliament

Our call for a safer energy future is hard to miss

Giant elephant visits Parliament to call for nuclear-free energy future

Tens of thousands of people sign our petition

Good Energy helps us campaign against climate change

New site to help customers lobby MPs for a greener deal

Take action on climate justice in Germany

Energy companies aren't all bad guys

Good Energy join us on the campaign trail

Southwark demands action on climate change

Local MP Simon Hughes is keen to continue dialogue

Camden Gets Serious about CO2

Council supports our campaign to cut emissions

Shadow Minister says new energy law risks being 'a waste of time'

Liverpool public meeting on Energy Bill

Why scrapping the Climate Change Act would be one of the biggest let-downs ever

Government axe threatens the Climate Change Act

Tackling climate change while the sun shines in Plymouth

Local MP pledges to work with us

Latest UN climate talks conclude in Bangkok

Green groups' charter for high speed rail

It should make rail travel cheaper and more attractive

Cold homes cost everyone dearly

New report reveals £145m annual NHS cost of cold homes

Government plans u-turn on nuclear subsidies

Clause in Energy Bill to prop up new generation

Survey reveals only a quarter of councils have target to cut emissions

Much more action from councils needed to meet our targets

Time for radical action on climate? A public meeting in Liverpool

Panel discussion on fuel poverty, climate change and jobs

Sexing up our Warm Homes Campaign

Passionate snog: just part of the day job

March for the Alternatives: The view from the platform

Why I called for a fairer, greener economy

Energy Bill a 'dog's breakfast' says Shadow Minister

Public meeting with Meg Hillier

40 councils across the country support our campaign

Calling for local action on climate change

Budget fails to tackle oil dependency

Fuel duty cuts are sticking-plaster solution

Lords back Energy Bill amendments

Big step forward for our campaign

Public backs safer energy over nuclear

Only 9 per cent want to put nuclear power first

Save your energy for the bedroom

Our Warm Homes Campaign gets saucy in a new video

Government hears why Energy Bill needs to help tenants

Joint effort to push cold homes

Eastbourne signs up to tackle climate change

Council pass motion to cut emissions by 40% and sign petition

Manchester MP will table amendment to Energy Bill

John Leech confirms he'll make the Bill more ambitious

Bridport calls on Oliver Letwin to strengthen Energy Bill

Crowded public meeting sends a clear message

6 Billion Ways 2011

6 Billion Ways is back for a day of action and inspiration.

A Green Plan B

Why I'm getting up early this Saturday morning

Planning and climate change coalition success

An award to acknowledge our work

Cold place like home

Heartwarming tales from outside

Hundreds of Cold Times stories sent to MPs

Tunbridge Wells latest council to sign petition to Chris Huhne

Greg Clark MP supports local carbon budgets

An awful lot of trees

The thrills of a chat with Newsround about the rainforest

6 Billion Ways 2011

6 Billion Ways is back for a day of action and inspiration

Now Stockport votes to Get Serious About CO2

Hard-fought campaign by Stockport local group bears fruit

Huhne challenged at public meeting in Eastleigh

Chris Huhne MP challenged at public meeting in Eastleigh

Petrol price shock leads to call for smarter transport

Government must do more to ease fuel price shocks

Bat for Lashes joins Warm Homes campaign

Singer speaks out about life in a cold rented home

10 reasons to be cheerful from 2010

We take a look back at 2010

Warm Homes campaign could help 150,000 tenants in draughty houses

New figures from Government watchdog

Reckless gamblers

Inaction is increasing the risk of dangerous climate change

Biofuels: Driving to destruction?

Ministers drive Biofuels push despite damning new report

Cancun talks: Friends of the Earth analysis

Our take on the outcomes

Climate Justice Briefings

New publications for the Cancun negotiations

Big energy and finance companies scoop 'worst lobbying' awards

2010 winners announced

Councils getting paid to generate green energy

Friends of the Earth leads the campaign

Call for local carbon budgets to be included in the Energy Bill getting louder

Cross-party support grows

Friends of the Earth International decends on Durban

#COP17 has begun - will it help Africa fight climate change?

Our supporters' stories are read out in the House of Lords

Your tales of life in a cold home are having a real impact

Durban and London: The 99 per cent demanding climate justice

Thousands march on day of action #COP17

Baroness Bryony brightens things up

An ex-colleague steps up to the big House

Bang the drums and wave the flags: the Caravan of Hope is in Durban

#COP17