After a summer of wildfires and drought, we now face an El Niño that is already set to be the most intense in living memory. It’s crucial that the government acts to prepare us for the impacts of climate change, and curb the carbon emissions driving this crisis. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

UK shares findings of damning climate crisis national security report suppressed under Starmer

El Niño poses critical threat to nations’ defences, says Ed Miliband in presentation to global foreign ministers

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Friends of the Earth are at the Liberal Democrats party conference.👋 We joined a fringe event panel focusing on communicating about the climate and nature crises. We spoke to people about what's impacting their lives locally and connecting climate action to everyday concerns and practical benefits.

Set up a regular gift by 28 September and have your first 3 payments matched by the Big Give - at no extra cost to you. 🙌 Follow the simple steps on the Big Give site to set up your donations and you'll be taking more action for climate justice within minutes. 👉 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Demand a future where businesses respect people and planet. Join us to tell your MP why #GoodBusinessMatters and help push for a new law that protects people and the environment from corporate-driven harms.✊ @corporatejusticeuk.bsky.social Sign up here: good-business-matters-mass-lobby.paperform.co

Our message is simple: in a world that's already burning, we shouldn't be drilling for new fossil fuels. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...

Burnham urged to reject new North Sea drilling days before first Trump meeting

Almost 600 climate scientists, health professionals and conservationists have warned against approving the Rosebank oil field

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As the colder months approach, you might be wondering what happens to our precious bees 🐝 Find out how they survive the cold weather and how to help bees during the winter. https://foe.uk/lv6ww

What happens to bees in the winter? | Friends of the Earth

Have you ever wondered where bees go in winter and how extreme weather affects our vulnerable bees?

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Green groups and unions have many shared concerns: the climate and nature crisis, the cost of living, how we can create good green jobs and standing up against the threat of the far right. We're at the Trades Union Congress to discuss how we can continue to work together to achieve our common aims.

150+ organisations are raising the alarm on the horrifying escalation in racist violence and intimidation. We must come together to demand the government takes serious action.

Megadonors - including ones with ties to the fossil fuel industry - are influencing British politics. People in the UK should have the confidence that our democracy works for everyone, not just the super-rich. 🧵👇 #ukpolitics #megadonors #britishpolitics

Friends of the Earth is at the Wild Summit in Bristol to help secure a healthier natural environment for us all. We're discussing the urgent need to clean up UK waters. Years of sewage dumping, chemical run-off, privatisation and weak regulation have left our rivers, lakes and seas in crisis. 🧵👇

Approving Jackdaw would be a staggering step backwards, pumping more climate-wrecking pollution into the atmosphere while doing nothing to make energy bills cheaper. The only winners from allowing new North Sea gas and oil would be the companies and their shareholders. shorturl.at/6wkxa

Jackdaw gasfield set to be approved by ministers this month, sources say

Energy secretary could recommend new North Sea drilling next week, as ministers also consider approval for Rosebank oilfield

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Expanding airports, including Heathrow, will make meeting climate targets impossible. The climate crisis has already caused thousands of deaths and destroyed wildlife habitats. Expanding international rail is more popular and cleaner. It's time to see sense on climate chaos. shorturl.at/Yymsn

Three times more Brits support reopening international rail stations…

Europe’s leading advocates for clean transport & energy

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The government must put the brakes on data centre expansion until there's a proper plan to stop them draining our resources. Head to the link in our bio to join us in demanding action. #datacentres #climatecrisis #drought

“The Government has a choice: commit to taking action on the climate seriously, reject Heathrow expansion and constrain excessive flying, or abandon the UK’s climate targets and future generations by giving the third runway the go-ahead.” - Mike Childs, Friends of the Earth. shorturl.at/kjJYb

Heathrow expansion would make UK ‘overshoot’ climate targets, report suggests

New modelling says UK aviation industry is already forecast to exceed limits in the seventh carbon budget, even before third runway is built

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Andy Burnham must prioritise climate action and adaptation if he is serious about safeguarding our future. Head to the link in our bio to demand our government protects us from the impacts of extreme weather. #extremeweather #climateaction #climateemergency #climatecrisis

22 national community & environment groups write to #PM asking for amendment to CAA bill calling for an independent ombudsman to oversee airspace change

“People have had enough of hearing ministers say they’ll fix the problem, only to bring in measures that superficially address the issue. If we’re to end the sewage scandal once and for all, we must see the government committing to a complete overhaul of our water system.”- K. Box. shorturl.at/XBueY

South West Water has worst environmental record in England, analysis shows

Exclusive: Friends of the Earth finds greatest sewage discharge in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset

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Catastrophic flooding has torn through communities in Nepal causing devastating loss of life and terrifying scenes of destruction. As rescue and response efforts continue, the full scale of the emergency remains unknown. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

What we know about deadly Nepal-Tibet floods

Hundreds have died or are missing in Wednesday's flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

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The UK urgently needs a clear plan for data centres. The current free-for-all isn't sustainable or sensible. They place huge demands on electricity and water, with major impacts on communities, nature and our climate if their growth isn't properly managed. www.youtube.com/watch?v=iimh...

The controversial place a data centre may be built | In Case You Missed It

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Plug-in solar panels can now be sold in the UK and will help households across the country generate free, clean electricity. 🙌 Find out more about what plug-in solar is and why we don't need constant sunshine to make it work below. https://foe.uk/38t56

Plug in solar panels | Friends of the Earth

Renewable energy is the cleanest form of energy we can use. Imagine enjoying a sunny day, knowing the solar panels on your roof or plug-in solar panels for your balcony are generating free, clean electricity. And that your solar panels will keep generating power for decades.

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A historic win! 🙌 Young Friends of the Earth Leeds are celebrating their part in 24-hour disabled bus passes going nationwide from April 1st 2027. Learn more about how they helped make this life-changing win a reality below. foe.uk/6i7aw #DisabilityRights #BetterBuses #SustainableTransport

Young Friends of the Earth celebrate disability justice win | Friends of the Earth

Disability rights and sustainable transport campaigners have pushed for time restrictions on disabled bus passes to be scrapped for many years. This is because accessible and affordable public transpo...

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“Far from giving the green light to more oil and gas extraction in the North Sea, the Government should be making the companies getting rich amid mounting death and destruction pay for the measures we need to protect people from worsening climate extremes.” - Mike Childs, FoE shorturl.at/FmiqV

Growing proportion of deaths associated with hottest days, figures suggest

There were an estimated 4,652 heat-related deaths in England and Wales in 2022, the highest figure for any year from 1988 to 2025.

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“The UK may not be famous for its sunshine, but we get more than enough daylight for solar to work effectively. If rolled out well, plug-in solar can play an important role in cutting emissions while bringing power – both literally and financially – to the people.” - D. Gross, FoE. shorturl.at/6Ytuk

Households could save £110 a year with DIY solar panels - 8 things to know

With energy prices set to jump to a three-year high this winter, plug-in solar panels are being rolled out which could help households cut bills - but only after a big upfront cost

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Fossil fuel companies are making obscene profits, literally billions of pounds. Meanwhile, this price cap hike will hit households already struggling with the cost of living. Head to the link in our bio to demand the UK breaks free from fossil fuel chaos and spiralling energy bills. #costofliving

Exploiting new North Sea oil and gas won't benefit people, the planet or the economy. Lowering energy bills for good and creating true energy security looks like taking advantage of the UK’s vast capacity for cheap, homegrown renewable power. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Climate damage would obliterate any economic benefits of new North Sea fields, analysis shows

Exclusive: Economic harm of CO2 pollution from Rosebank and Jackdaw forecast to far outweigh any boost to UK

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Almost every year, we see how devastating flooding can be. With extreme wet and stormy weather expected for this autumn, find out if your community is at high risk for flooding by entering your postcode in our map, here: foe.uk/w30td www.aol.co.uk/articles/map...

Map shows UK areas most at risk of flooding as El Nino to bring 'unprecedented' storms - AOL

The strongest El Nino 'in centuries' is set to batter Britain with storms in the months ahead, meteorologists have warned, as the nation faces high flood risks this autumn and winter

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Heat harms both people and nature. 2026’s droughts, wildfires and heatwaves have seen thousands of people die and millions struggle to sleep, work and care for others. Our wildlife and environment have also been affected, with habitats burnt or damaged. 🧵👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Wildlife suffering in heatwaves, warn Yorkshire conservationists

Wildlife trusts say animals and plants are struggling due to high temperatures and low rainfall.

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Why is the government backing plans for a third runway at Heathrow when we're in a climate crisis and local people will suffer the consequences? Say NO to a third runway at Heathrow! Head to the link in our bio to add your name today. #heathrow #climatecrisis #climateemergency #heathrowexpansion

It’s clear that the UK is dangerously unprepared for extreme weather that is becoming more frequent and intense as climate change gathers pace. This summer has seen drought, wildfires, and deadly heatwaves nationwide - and now communities face the threat of flash flooding. shorturl.at/1BNKQ

The areas most at risk of flash flooding - as thunderstorms set to sweep UK

Cities in regions hit by drought could be worst affected by surface water, experts warn

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“If Richard Tice wants to live in a world of make believe, that’s his call. But telling people to enjoy the heat after the scenes we’ve seen in the last week… how out of touch do you need to be?" - Danny Gross, climate campaigner at Friends of the Earth. #heatwave www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Tice blasted for 'insulting' heatwave comment as he says Brits should celebrate

Nigel Farage's number two, Richard Tice, was blasted after claiming Brits should celebrate soaring temperatures as they make sparkling wine better - despite hundreds of people dying and homes being bu...

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