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Government s renewable energy policy is moving out of the slow lane
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/governments_renewable_ener_260
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The launch of the Government’s renewable energy consultation is a welcome sign that Ministers’ thinking on green energy is moving out of the slow lane Friends of the Earth said today (26 June 2008) – but warned that Government policy still needs to shift up a gear if the UK is to tackle the dual challenges of spiralling fuel prices and climate change.
Thu, 26 Jun 08
This could be the start of a green energy revolution
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/this_could_be_the_start_of_240
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Thursday’s renewable energy consultation is a golden opportunity for the Government to tackle the dual challenges of climate change and spiralling fuel prices says Friends of the Earth today (25 June). John Hutton, Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, is launching a consultation on the Government’s strategy for meeting EU renewable energy targets this Thursday (26 June).
Thu, 26 Jun 08
Nine out of ten want a say on planning as MPs debate removal of right to be heard
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/nine_out_of_ten_want_a_say_240
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More than nine out of ten people want to have a say over planning decisions affecting their local area, a new survey released today (Wednesday 25 June 2008) by Friends of the Earth shows - on the day MPs debate proposals in the Planning Bill that would remove people’s existing right to have a say on decisions about major projects such as power stations, airports and roads.
Fri, 20 Jun 08
Government must not fall for GM hype
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/government_must_not_fall_f_190
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Today’s revelation that the Government is looking for ways to grow GM crops in Britain in the wake of rising food prices around the world [1] has been condemned by Friends of the Earth. The environment group accuses Ministers of falling for the GM industry’s hype and ignoring its damaging track record. The move comes after the Environment Minister, Phil Woolas, reportedly met with the GM industry’s lobby group last night.
Fri, 20 Jun 08
Car billboard ads to show climate impact
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/car_billboard_ads_to_show_1906
2008.html
Car adverts on billboards and in magazines will now be emblazoned with the car’s climate impacts, after the Government yesterday (18 June 2008) agreed to change its advertising guidelines in response to the threat of legal proceedings by the Alliance Against Urban 4x4s and Friends of the Earth.
Thu, 19 Jun 08
MPs slam Government s renewable energy policy
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/mps_slam_governments_renew_180
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The Government should stop trying to duck out of EU renewable energy targets and get on with the task of making the UK a world leader in green energy, Friends of the Earth said today as a committee of MPs warned the Government is on course to miss both the UK’s renewable electricity targets and its proposed European targets on renewable energy.
Thu, 19 Jun 08
New EU greenhouse gas figures show countries are flagging on tackling climate change
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/new_eu_greenhouse_gas_figu_180
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The EU is not on track to meet its targets for tackling climate change, Friends of the Earth said today as The European Environment Agency published the latest greenhouse gas emission figures for Europe.
Thu, 19 Jun 08
EU waste policy not fit for future
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/eu_waste_policy_not_fit_fo_180
62008.html
Environmental NGOs are deeply disappointed with today’s European Parliament vote on the revised Waste Framework Directive. The Parliament accepted a pre-arranged deal that sets inadequate European recycling targets and no target for waste prevention [1]. A number of MEPs made a last-ditch attempt to re-insert the Parliament’s original stronger targets [2], but this was defeated. Member States are now expected to ratify this deal which will become law by the end of 2008.
Thu, 19 Jun 08
Cameron must step up pressure on Brown over urgent green action
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/cameron_must_step_up_press_160
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David Cameron must increase pressure on Gordon Brown over his failure to take urgent action to tackle climate change, Friends of the Earth said today. The call comes as the Conservative leader made a keynote green speech saying that Britain must wean itself off fossil fuels.
Thu, 19 Jun 08
Our reaction to Government nuclear waste plans
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/governments_nuclear_waste_1306
2008.html
Friends of the Earth reacts to Government plans for nuclear waste disposal.
Thu, 12 Jun 08
One minute film competition launches - 60 seconds to show which bit of the Earth you're a friend of
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/one_minute_film_competitio_100
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Budding filmmakers are being offered the chance to show their work to film industry greats, including Trainspotting Producer Andrew MacDonald and David Sproxton of Aardman Animation, following the launch of Friends of the Earth's one-minute film competition today (Wednesday 11 June 2008)
Thu, 12 Jun 08
Manchester congestion charge welcomed
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/manchester_congestion_char_090
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Commenting on today’s expected announcement of Government funding for additional public transport in Manchester, linked to the introduction of a congestion charging scheme in the city, Friends of the Earth's Transport Campaigner Tony Bosworth said:
"Charging drivers to enter Manchester city centre at peak times will help cut congestion and tackle climate change.
“But if we want motorists in Manchester to drive less, there must be an improvement in alternatives to the car such as better public transport and cycling facilities.
“We must wean ourselves off our addiction to oil. Congestion charging can play a significant role in developing a clean, safe and prosperous future.”
Thu, 12 Jun 08
Government urged to boost community green energy projects
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/government_urged_to_boost_0606
2008.html
The Government must provide financial incentives to harness the massive potential of community renewable energy generation, Friends of the Earth said today. The call comes as a giant hydrodynamic screw is lifted onto site in New Mills, Derbyshire, this Sunday (8 June) as part of the UK’s first ever community-owned hydro power project.
Mon, 9 Jun 08
Brown faces growing backbench concern over climate action
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/brown_faces_growing_backbe_060
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Monday’s Climate Change Bill Debate next big test for Government Gordon Brown’s environmental and political credibility is under further threat as disquiet amongst backbench Labour MPs grows over the Government’s failure to put the environment at the heart of its policy making, warned Friends of the Earth today (8 June).
Fri, 6 Jun 08
Government delays planning bill - reaction
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/government_delays_planning_050
62008.html
The Government’s decision to delay the next stage of its controversial Planning Bill, following widespread concerns about the impact it would have on the environment, has been welcomed by Friends of the Earth.
Thu, 5 Jun 08
Offshore wind plans welcomed - but Governmet renewable strategy needs shake-up
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/offshore_wind_plans_welcom_040
62008.html
The Crown Estate’s decision to earmark 11 sites for offshore wind development has been welcomed by Friends of the Earth as a significant step forward in developing a cleaner future. But the environmental campaign group said that the Government must do more to harness the potential of renewable energy.
Thu, 5 Jun 08
Planning bill vote betrays low carbon future
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/planning_bill_vote_betrays_030
62008.html
The Government’s decision to reject calls for climate change to be taken into account in planning decisions for major projects such as roads, airports and power stations, has been attacked by Friends of the Earth.
Thu, 5 Jun 08
UK businesses warn Government against climate law blunder
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/uk_businesses_warn_governm_030
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Two thirds of UK businesses think aviation should be included in the new climate law.
Thu, 5 Jun 08
World leaders warned off phoney solutions to global food crisis
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/world_leaders_warned_off_p_020
62008.html
Friends of the Earth is today issuing a stark warning to world leaders attending the United Nations food security conference in Rome that biofuels, GM and international trade liberalisation are false solutions to the current global food crisis that will push millions more people into hunger and poverty while worsening climate change.
Thu, 5 Jun 08
Energy Bill must be amended to boost micro-energy generation
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/energy_bill_must_be_amende_020
62008.html
Ministers must amend the Energy Bill to encourage homes, businesses and communities to install renewable energy systems such as solar panels, Friends of the Earth said today.
Mon, 2 Jun 08
Planning proposals riddled with flaws
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/planning_proposals_riddled_300
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Friends of the Earth’s planning advisor Hugh Ellis responds to Local Government Minister John Healey’s announcement yesterday (Thursday 29 May 2008).
Mon, 2 Jun 08
Government accused of hypocrisy over green power plan to combat high fuel prices
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/government_accused_of_hypo_270
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Government must urgently tackle UK’s oil addiction, says Friends of the Earth
Mon, 2 Jun 08
Fuel protest Friends of the earth response
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/fuel_protest_friends_of_th_280
52008.html
Friends of the Earth's Mike Childs said:
"Rising oil prices and the impending threat from global climate change mean the Government must take urgent action to ensure our addiction to oil doesn’t set us on the road to ruin.
“Despite fuel price rises, the overall cost of motoring has actually fallen in real terms while the cost of public transport has risen – this trend must be reversed.
“Government must fast track investment in public transport and backing for smarter cars that use less petrol so our society is not held to ransom by our reliance on a dwindling and insecure natural resource.”
Mon, 2 Jun 08
MPs rock with Johnny Borrell at climate gig
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/mps_rock_with_johnny_borre_280
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Razorlight front man Johnny Borrell has found an improbable ‘support group’ in the form of five professional politicians. The musical MPs will join rocker Johnny for a one-off gig to back the final stage of The Big Ask – Friends of the Earth’s climate change campaign – on 3 June 2008.
Mon, 2 Jun 08
MEPs back strong aviation carbon trading plan, Environment Ministers must listen and act
http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/meps_back_strong_aviation_2805
2008.html
Friends of the Earth Transport Campaigner Richard Dyer said he is delighted that MEPs have voted in favour of strengthening plans to bring aviation into the EU Emissions Trading Scheme.