Welcome to Friends of the Earth Name of speaker
Who we are The UK’s most influential environmental group Local, regional, national and international campaigns Friends of the Earth inspires solutions to environmental problems, which make life better for people
Where does the money come from? 90% of our income is from individuals 10% comes from charitable trusts Supporters receive Earthmatters magazine 3 times a year
Our structure Friends of the Earth Trust Registered charity. Conducts research and publishes information to build understanding of environmental problems and solutions Limited Changes Government and industry policies through pressure, legislation and the law 150 staff and volunteers work in the UK
Local groups in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Some of our recent successes Household Waste & Recycling Act 16 major retailers pledge to phase out risky chemicals Over 50 local authorities go GM-Free Government agrees to reduce CO 2
How we work: Enable and empower Information service Consumer and lifestyle advice Work with affected communities
How we work: Research and lobby Positive solutions Political lobbying Green alternatives
How we work: Citizen action Actions and demonstrations Local campaigning Activist networks
What we campaign on Food Climate Transport Chemicals Waste Trade Corporates Rights and justice
Food GM-Free Britain Curb supermarket power Reduce pesticide use
Climate Kyoto protocol Support renewables Climate challenge
Transport Alternatives to the car Public transport for all Aviation; a growing problem
Chemicals EU legislation work Survey of retailers Pledge to phase out risky chemicals
Waste Reduce, reuse, recycle Recycling Bill success Incinerator proposals squashed
Trade Making trade rules fair Fighting corporate globalisation Putting people and the planet over profit
Corporates Rules for corporations, rights for people Expose dodgy supply chains Stop perverse subsidies
Citizens’ Rights Right to know Right to participate Right to challenge
You ‘Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world ’ Margaret Mead
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Achievements
The next challenge What is the challenge What action is planned
What you can do
How to get involved Join Friends of the Earth Join your nearest local group Visit Visit community.foe.co.uk Call free phone
Services we offer Information service FREEPHONE Up to date actions, news and reports Earthmatters magazine Members’ magazine three issue a year Action networks Issue specific or general action lists via or post
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