The undersigned human rights and humanitarian organizations and trade unions urge the EU to ensure that the ongoing review of Israel’s compliance with article 2 of the EU-Israel Association Agreement be thorough, comprehensive, and credible. Article 2 establishes that respect for human rights and democratic principles constitutes an “essential element” of the agreement. Amid overwhelming …
Annual Review 2024
Read the Impact Report (Annual Review) 2024 online Power to the people, care for the planet – this is how we did it in 2024 “At Friends of the Earth Europe, we will remember 2024 as the historic year when an enormous political backlash against environmental and climate ambition materialised in Europe. Yet, it was …
Joint statement: the EU must keep its promise & end toxic trade of banned pesticides
Over 600 civil society organisations and trade unions have joined forces in a joint statement calling on the European Commission to honour its commitment to end the export of pesticides banned inside the EU. The EU has rightly banned many pesticides too dangerous for use within its borders, due to their serious risks to human …
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Suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement
Call to Immediately Suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement and Halt Trade with Israel We, the European Trade Justice Coalition, call on the European Union (Israel’s biggest trade partner), and its Member States to immediately suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement, to suspend all trade in goods and services with and impose sanctions on Israel, as part …
The gas problem in perspective – visualised
Fossil gas is a problem. Fossil gas is dirty and a major cause of the climate crisis. It leaks methane in its raw form and emits CO2 when burned – both of which are greenhouse gases that are causing catastrophic changes to our climate. Our global dependency on fossil fuels is driving the climate crisis …
Report on the corporate capture of energy communities
A threat for a citizens energy transition in Europe Energy communities offer a democratic, just and sustainable alternative to the current energy system’s pitfalls, allowing citizens to meet their energy needs while reclaiming control over renewable energy production. Grounded in principles of autonomy, inclusivity, and social benefit, Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) are key to delivering a …
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