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Useful law, policy and practice links
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Environmental charities, NGOs and not-for-profit organisations
FIELD
FIELD is a non-governmental organisation bringing together public international lawyers committed to the promotion of environmental protection and sustainable development through law.
http://www.field.org.uk
Friends of the Earth
Friends of the Earth UK site - insert your postcode in their search engine and see what factories are making regulated emissions in your area.
http://www.foe.co.uk/
CL:AIRE (Contaminated Land: Applications in Real Environments)
CL:AIRE (Contaminated Land: Applications in Real Environments), one of the leading not-for-profit organisations specialising in contaminated land, is delighted to launch our new website featuring a wealth of materials and online tools for all our users to enjoy
http://www.claire.co.uk/
Wildlife and Countryside Link
Wildlife and Countryside Link - brings together environmental voluntary organisations in the UK united by their common interest in the conservation and enjoyment of the natural and historic environment.
http://www.wcl.org.uk/
The Environmental Law Foundation (ELF)
The Environmental Law Foundation (ELF) is the national UK charity that helps people use the law to protect and improve their local environment and quality of life
http://www.elflaw.org/
The Wildlife Trusts
The VISION of The Wildlife Trusts is “an environment rich in wildlife for everyone” . The MISSION of The Wildlife Trusts is to “rebuild biodiversity and engage people with their environment”.
http://www.wildlifetrusts.org/
The Council for National Parks
The Council for National Parks is the national charity that works to protect and enhance the National Parks of England and Wales, and areas that merit National Park status, and promote understanding and quiet enjoyment of them for the benefit of all.
http://www.cnp.org.uk/
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and all wildlife, helping to create a better world for everyone.
http://www.rspb.org.uk
WWF-UK World Wide Fund for Nature
WWF - UK addresses global threats to people and nature such as climate change, the peril to endangered species and habitats, and the unsustainable consumption of the world's natural resources.
http://wwf.org.uk
Greenpeace
Greenpeace stands for positive change through action. They defend the natural world and promote peace.
http://www.greenpeace.org.uk
One World UK
Dedicated to human rights and sustainable development
http://uk.oneworld.net/
Professional associations
Chartered Institution of Wastes Management CIWM
Professional organisation for waste management in the UK
http://www.ciwm.co.uk
Institute of Environmental Assessment and Management
Not-for-profit organisation established to promote best practice standards in environmental management, auditing and assessment.
http://www.iema.net
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM)
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is the leading professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.
http://www.ciwem.org/
Planning and Environment Bar Association
PEBA is an association of barristers who specialise in planning, environment, compulsory purchase, highways, housing, rating and other aspects of local government and administrative law.
http://www.peba.info/
The Law Society
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and others, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors across England and Wales.
http://www.lawsociety.org.uk/
Health & Safety Lawyers' Association
The Health and Safety Lawyers' Association ("HSLA") is a national organisation aimed at those practitioners and academic lawyers who have an interest in an area of law that is rapidly increasing in scope and importance.
http://www.hsla.org.uk
Other environment websites
Earth jurisprudence
A website "looking at the actual philosophy and value systems that underpin most legal and governance systems, and making sure that they support, rather than undermine, the integrity and health of the Earth."
http://www.earthjurisprudence.org/
Contaminated Land
An independent and eclectic mix of information on the subject, with some unusual sections
http://www.contaminatedland.co.uk/
Contamlinks
A portal website to a number of contaminated land and brownfield resources.
http://www.contamlinks.co.uk/
The PICNIC Green Challenge
The PICNIC Green Challenge is a challenge for entrepreneurs and other creative and innovative people, including students, who are to design a product or service that will contribute to an eco-friendly lifestyle or that will directly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The winner of the challenge will win £500,000, expert coaching and a contact list with possible business partners in order to execute their plan. The challenge also is an excellent opportunity to meet many people and businesses in the environmentally-friendly field.
http://www.greenchallenge.info
Government departments and agencies
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)'s home page - find the latest policy and circulars, etc.
http://www.defra.gov.uk/
The Environment Agency
The Environment Agency for England and Wales
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/
Natural England
Natural England, created on 2 October 2006 from English Nature, the landscape, access and recreation elements of the Countryside Agency and the environmental land management functions of the Rural Development Service.
http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/
Scottish Natural Heritage
Scottish Natural Heritage's mission is to work with Scotland’s people to care for its natural heritage.
http://www.snh.gov.uk
The Forestry Commission
The Forestry Commission's mission is to protect and expand Britain's forests and woodlands and increase their value to society and the environment
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/
The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI)
AFBI, the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, is one of the world's leading providers of scientific research and services to government, non-governmental and commercial organisations.
http://www.afbini.gov.uk
Envirowise
Envirowise offers UK businesses free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact.
http://www.envirowise.gov.uk
NetRegs - environmental guidance for your business
The Environment Agency's site giving practical advice to business
http://www.netregs.gov.uk/
Office of Public Sector Information
Office of Public Sector Information including all recent Acts and statutory instruments can be downloaded free of charge
http://www.opsi.gov.uk/
European and international organisations
European Commission Environment Directorate-General (DG)
DG XI - the centre of European Environmental Policy. The main role of the European Commission's Environment Directorate-General (DG) is to initiate and define new environmental legislation and to ensure that agreed measures are put into practice in the EU Member States.
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/
The European Environment Agency (EEA)
The European Environment Agency
http://www.eea.europa.eu/
European Environmental Law
European Environmental Law Website. Here you can find full text cases, legislation and other documents related to European Environmental Law
http://www.eel.nl/
Center for EarthJurisprudence
Center for EarthJurisprudence (est. fall 2006), a collaborative initiative of St. Thomas and Barry University law schools.
http://www.earthjuris.org/
NLM Databases & Electronic Resources
US National Library of Medicine's Online Databases and databanks - dictionary of chemicals, toxicology, etc.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/databases/
Journals and publications
ENDS
ENDS (Environmental Data Services)Limited - the leading monthly journal in the UK for environmental legislation and policy.
http://www.endsreport.com/
Earthscan
Earthscan is one of the leading publishers in Sustainable Development. Our authoritative books and journals provide a valuable reference for our readers, subscribers and customers.
http://www.earthscan.co.uk/
Intute
Intute is a free online service that helps you to find the best web resources for your studies and research.
http://www.intute.ac.uk/
Other environmental organisations and groups
Carbon Capture Legal Programme
The Carbon Capture Legal Programme is a major research project at University College London looking at the legal aspects of carbon capture and storage technologies. The heart of the programme is a dedicated, open access and independent resource base which assimilates and organises key materials, across many jurisdictions. It is hoped that the Programme will assist in understanding and application of the law in this important area and in developing appropriate regulatory frameworks.
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cclp/
Andrew Lees Trust
The Andrew Lees Trust was set up in 1995 following the sudden accidental death of Andrew Lees in Southern Madagascar.
The Trust develops and implements social and environmental education projects which aim to empower local communities to improve their self sufficiency and reduce the effects of extreme poverty.
http://www.andrewleestrust.org/index.htm
Other useful websites
The National Farmers Union (NFU)
The National Farmers' Union represents the farmers and growers of England and Wales. Its central objective is to promote successful and socially responsible agriculture and horticulture, while ensuring the long term viability of rural communities.
http://www.nfuonline.com/
British Standards Institute (BSi)
For an authoritative source of information on environmental standards, visit the BSI website. As well as publishing British, European and International standards (including ISO 14001 and BS 8555), BSI also provides services for accreditation, training, Kitemark schemes, and much more.
http://www.bsi-global.com/
The British Institute of International and Comparative Law
The British Institute of International and Comparative Law continues a mission first begun in 1895: to advance the understanding of international and comparative law; to promote the rule of law in international affairs; and to promote their application through research, publications and events.
As an independent legal research institute with charitable status, unaffiliated to any university, the Institute is the only body of its sort in the UK. The Institute creates a diverse community of scholars and practitioners and serves as an unrivalled focal point for its substantial membership base.
http://www.biicl.org
The Waterman Legal Register
The Legal Register service from Waterman Environmental helps businesses keep up-to-date with EHS legal requirements. Subscribers receive a monthly bulletin showing direct, indirect and forthcoming legislation which is automatically integrated into their secure online register, helping them to stay compliant and ISO 14001 / OHSAS 18001 certified. The consultant-supported service includes an assessment of how each item of legislation is applicable.
http://www.legalregister.co.uk
The London Accord
A financial services initiative aiming at better environmental, social and governance policies through shared investment research.
http://www.london-accord.co.uk

