ClientEarth Blog

Black Carbon – a glimmer of hope?

David Holyoake
Feb 26, 2010 | Posted by David Holyoake in coal , climate change , ClientEarth , carbon

Like most people, you’ve probably heard about it, but are not entirely sure what it is. You are not alone.

Vedanta follow-up: New Amnesty International report slams UK company's impacts in India

Ben Bundock
Feb 10, 2010 | Posted by Ben Bundock in mining , corporate accountability

Amnesty International yesterday released a major new report on the human and environmental impacts of Vedanta Resources' alumina refinery in Orissa, India.

The Jackson Review: Justice for the planet?

Sandy Luk
Feb 10, 2010 | Posted by Sandy Luk in green groups , EU , environmental justice , climate change , ClientEarth

The Jackson Review is intended to address the significant financial risks that come with bringing a case in UK courts. ClientEarth lawyer Sandy Luk explains why it has missed the target for environmental cases.

Vedanta Resources cut from Church investments over human rights concerns

Ben Bundock
Feb 08, 2010 | Posted by Ben Bundock in mining , indigenous rights , corporate accountability

Late last week the Church of England announced that it is to divest its £3.8m stake in controversial mining company Vedanta Resources.

Tarred with the same brush – is blackwashing a temptation green groups should resist?

Michael Haines
Feb 01, 2010 | Posted by Michael Haines in palm oil , orang-utans , greenwashing , green groups

Twisting facts.  Massaging data. Conjuring confusion, or pushing good, old-fashioned lies.