Dear John
Lots of you have asked us for more on what happened at COP26. You can read on below – where we unpack the promises made and compare them to what’s needed to tackle the climate catastrophe.
There’s no getting away from it. The Glasgow Climate Pact is nowhere near good enough. But there are reasons to be hopeful too. Together, let’s continue the fight.
And as always, we want to hear your thoughts. So if you’ve got 5 minutes, please take this short survey.
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COP26 – WHAT'S NEXT? 🌍
Take action and keep up the fight
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TELL PM TO STOP SUPPORTING MOZAMBIQUE GAS PROJECT
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Despite talking a big game at COP26, Johnson’s own government is pledging over US$1 billion (£730 million) to support a climate-wrecking gas project off the coast of Mozambique. That’s not fighting climate breakdown, that’s fuelling the fire.
Please will you sign a petition asking the Prime Minister to withdraw support and stand by his commitment to climate action?
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GET TOGETHER LOCALLY TO TAKE CLIMATE ACTION
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On 6 November, during COP26, almost half a million people across the UK took part in the Global Day of Action. And up and down the country, our network of groups came out in force to demand climate justice from world leaders.
From Norwich to Cardiff, Newcastle to Belfast, these incredible demonstrations of people power showed that collectively, we won’t let our futures be cast aside. The climate movement is bigger and broader than ever.
Want to get involved in campaigning for solutions in your local area? Use our map to join a group near you.
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THE ECO-FRIENDLY GIFT GUIDE 
Sustainable gifts for spreading the love this festive season
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GET FESTIVE EARLY WITH OUR FREE CHRISTMAS E-CARDS
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With a variety of designs to choose from and just 4 simple steps to order, get ahead of the Christmas rush or schedule your e-cards in advance. Whether you’re looking for a festive photo, animation, or beautifully hand-drawn illustration to go with your personalised message, this is an eco-friendly way to brighten someone’s day!
You can also choose to add a donation which will go towards our work protecting people and planet. Browse our 2021 selection of Christmas e-cards below.
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HELP SAVE THE BEES THIS CHRISTMAS
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Need the perfect Christmas present for the nature lovers in your life? Or perhaps something sustainable for a stocking or secret Santa gift? Our Christmas Bee Saver Kits make a great eco-friendly present for a friend, colleague or family member!
Plus, they're plastic-free and made from recycled paper. By gifting a kit, you're supporting Friends of the Earth’s work and building a brighter future for bees. Your Christmas Bee Saver Kit will include:
 Bee identification poster
 Wildflower seeds
 Bee Saver Guide
 Garden planner
Christmas goodies
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GET PRESENTS FOR PINT-SIZED PLANET LOVERS
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Do you know a little one who’d love to learn more about nature and protecting our planet? Treat them to a Planet Protectors pack this Christmas – it’s bursting with fun activities to keep them learning.
Perfect for 5 to 11-year-olds, each pack contains bee-friendly wildflower seeds, plastic-free stickers, an activity book and poster, plus their very own membership card and wallet.
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FLEX THIS FESTIVE SEASON WITH SUSTAINABLE YOGA GEAR
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Our longstanding partner Liforme has raised over £200,000 for Friends of the Earth with donations from sales of its high-performance “Purple Earth” yoga mats.
And this month, it’s flipping the script on Black Friday with a conscious shopping campaign. Take your pick of naturally-sourced, ethical yoga gear and choose to donate 3% of your purchase to Friends of the Earth (or another great cause!) at checkout.
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SHOP SUSTAINABLE THREADS AND SUPPORT OUR CAMPAIGNS
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Custom design your own T-shirt, sweaters, and totes or browse our Gift Guide – from organic Christmas cotton bundles to super sustainable stocking fillers.
Our clothing is made from natural materials, powered by renewable energy, and printed to order. And you can even send items back to us once worn out, so we can make new products.
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CAMPAIGNING UPDATES 🌍
News on Friends of the Earth's latest work
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5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE NEW ENVIRONMENT ACT
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From polluted rivers to dirty air, our environment needs urgent attention. This month, after years of campaigning, the Environment Act finally became law. But is it good enough to save and restore nature? Read our analysis to find out what the new act really means for the environment.
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CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF CAMPAIGNING FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET
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50 years or campaigning for people and planet
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This year, we celebrated our 50th anniversary. Alongside local communities, we’re proud to say that we’ve been taking on the giants and winning battles for a better world from the very beginning. And we couldn’t have done it without you.
Watch our anniversary video for a celebration of how far we’ve come together – from stopping fracking to securing the world’s first climate act.
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That’s all for this month, we’ll be back with another update soon.
Take care,
Aleanna Shaughnessy
Supporter Relations Manager, Friends of the Earth
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