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In a victory for grassroots activists, the government has put a stop to fracking in England following a report concluding that tremors cannot be controlled. While it’s not yet fully banned, the science suggests it’s unlikely to be revived.
With ‘easy to reach’ oil and gas running out, fracking has been pushed as a way to plug the gap. But climate change means we can’t afford to dig up yet more polluting fuels. We need to switch to renewable energy instead.
For nearly a decade, people across the country have stood against the companies and ministers which have tried to get fracking off the ground. That fracking has been halted across the UK is a testament to their dedication, commitment and creativity.
When fracking firm Cuadrilla was granted permission to frack for gas in Lancashire toward the end of last year, the company’s bosses probably hoped it would be the moment the anti-fracking movement gave up and fell silent. Instead, it’s only strengthened the resolve of local people. Since the start…
Responding to reports fracking is back on the agenda Greenpeace UK’s head of energy Rosie Rogers said: “After a decade of hype and bluster, all the fracking industry has given us are two holes in a muddy field and some minor earthquakes. Trying to restart fracking now would only mean…
Our response to Cuadrilla's announcement that they require changes to UK fracking law
Our chief scientists responds to company's attempts to make fracking easier
Greenpeace responds to jail sentences handed down to three anti-fracking protesters in Lancashire
A number of energy policy announcements are anticipated over the next fortnight. These could determine whether the government’s energy policy genuinely addresses the triple crises of energy security, escalating household costs and the climate emergency.
Greenpeace UK's Executive Director John Sauven is handing over the baton to interim Executive Director Pat Venditti
Peaceful protest is a fundamental part of democracy – without it, the world would be a very different place.
A media briefing on Energy Supply Strategy Urgent action is needed on energy demand Context: Faced with soaring energy bills, a cost of living crisis and an invasion of Ukraine by Russia – one of the world’s biggest oil and gas suppliers – the UK…
Coalition of civil society groups call for greater action on fuel poverty and to cut fossil fuels in upcoming Energy Independence Plan 39 organisations spanning fuel poverty, social justice and environmental campaigns have today [15.03.2022] written to the government calling for greater support…
Spokespeople available for interviews. Contact press.uk@greenpeace.org The Energy Security Strategy is being introduced at speed in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the concern over the dependence on Russian fossil fuels. Yet if touted policies briefed to the media come to fruition it will fail in its own…
The Prime Minister had a chance to tackle rising bills, quit Russian fossil fuels and make progress on climate change. Instead, he’s leading us to a dead end.