Our blog
Our blog shares insights and perspectives from the ELF team and our contributors. It is for general information only and isn’t a substitute for legal advice.
14 Jun 2024
Are football clubs a threat to nature and greenwashing their sustainability efforts?
Football, the most beloved sport in the UK, is increasingly finding itself at odds with natur...
05 Jun 2024
Restoring England’s Landscapes: A World Environment Day Call to Action
This World Environment Day, we turn our focus to land restoration in the UK, one of the most ...
29 May 2024
Defending Crossness Nature Reserve: A Battle for Wildlife and Community
Crossness Nature Reserve in Belvedere, a sanctuary for rare and diverse wildlife, faces an un...
16 May 2024
The UK’s chilling crackdown on environmentalists
In recent years, the United Kingdom has witnessed a disturbing trend: the erosion of the fund...
22 Apr 2024
The UK’s duty to end plastic pollution at home and abroad
Plastic pollution isn’t just an environmental issue; it’s an issue of justice and...
18 Apr 2024
The Strasbourg Ruling: A Landmark in Climate Justice for Europe
In a landmark ruling against Switzerland that resonates beyond its borders, the European Cour...
15 Apr 2024
How an Oxford student’s inquiry sparked a battle against climate change denial
We often note that matters start with ELF that go on to achieve a high profile in the press sometime...
02 Apr 2024
Cultivating Community: The Importance of Community Gardens in the UK
In the midst of urban landscapes and bustling cities, green spaces offer a breath of fresh air and a...
22 Mar 2024
Water poverty still persists in the UK – how can we achieve water justice?
“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water.” -W.H.Auden Water, the ...
15 Mar 2024
International Women’s Month feature: Flora Curtis and Emma Montlake
As we celebrate women’s month, we feature some of ELF’s powerful women who have been working to ...