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Environmental Investigation Agency UK is a UK charity, number 1182208. We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse. Our undercover investigations expose transnational wildlife crime, with a focus on elephants, pangolins and tigers, and forest crimes such as illegal logging and deforestation for cash crops like palm oil. We work to safeguard global marine ecosystems by addressing the threats posed by plastic pollution, bycatch and commercial exploitation of whales, dolphins and porpoises. Finally, we reduce the impact of climate change by campaigning to eliminate powerful refrigerant greenhouse gases, exposing related illicit trade and improving energy efficiency in the cooling sector.

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1984

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environmental crime investigation, wildlife crime, illicit timber trade, ozone-depleting substances, climate change, advocacy, training, lobbying and campaigning., illegal wildlife trade, ivory trafficking, tiger farming, plastic pollution, whales, dolphins and porpoises, and illegal logging

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Asian elephants have been categorised as endangered for nearly four decades and their cross-border commercial trade has been banned for almost 50 years. The threats posed by human-elephant conflict and habitat loss have been well documented, but less attention has been given to the threats of poaching and illegal trade. The last known study of illegal trade relating to Asian elephants was conducted in 2019 and found the illicit trade in Asian elephant skin and its products had increased online and expanded geographically. With support from the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s Asian Elephant Conservation Fund, the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) is commencing a multiyear project to update stakeholder knowledge of the current nature, scope and scale of illegal trade threats facing Asian elephants in the GMS. The first step in this work has been to produce the literature review ‘The Forgotten Elephants’, which we publish today. Read it now at https://lnkd.in/ezAwUmB6 #elephants #asianelephant #conservation #protect #eia #report #savetheelephants
EIA joined the Global Methane Pledge Ministerial today at the CoP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan as part of our campaign to reduce global methane emissions. Methane is the planet’s second most significant greenhouse gas and is responsible for one-third of human-caused global warming so far. The Global Methane Pledge is an international agreement to reduce global emissions by at least 30 per cent from 2020-30, which is crucial for limiting global warming to 1.5˚C. The Pledge provides a framework through which participating countries can coordinate and step up their national actions to reduce emissions. In today’s meeting, it was announced that Madagascar has joined the Pledge, increasing the total number of signatories to 159 countries. Additionally, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Guyana, Mexico, Panama and Uruguay announced the launch of a joint programme to reduce methane emissions, including those from the waste sector. EIA Climate Campaigner Jack Corscadden said: "EIA welcomes the growing number of Global Methane Pledge signatory countries and the announcement by certain LATAM countries to address their methane emissions from the waste sector. Despite the level of ambition and actions being implemented, the recent Global Methane Budget highlights that methane emissions continue to grow. A key reason for this is the lack of sustained financial support for developing countries to implement their commitments. EIA is calling for a dedicated methane fund to deliver the goal of the Global Methane Pledge."#climate #climatechange #methane #CoP29
If you're attending the CoP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, don't miss our side event on Monday 18 November. OIrganised by EIA and Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH), Changing Markets Foundation, Zero Waste Europe/GAIA and Climate Bonds, the event will explore financial mechanisms, policies and corporate accountability frameworks to accelerate methane mitigation efforts globally, offering insights from both Global South and Global North perspectives.
Today, the European Parliament voted to severely weaken the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The conservative group of MEPs EPP secured a major loophole, exempting certain countries from compliance. The loophole allows them to be considered at ‘no risk’ of deforestation, even if deforestation, degradation and illegal practices occur. Proving traceability and providing due diligence statements will not be required, and only 0.1% of operators sourcing from these countries will be subject to compliance checks. This makes enforcement impossible, creates confusion and inconsistencies, and undermines the fundamental premise of the legislation. EIA, and 245 civil society organisations fought to protect the integrity of the EUDR but were unable to stop its delay by 12 months, despite businesses and smallholders investing and preparing to comply by the original deadline: January 2025. The EU #DeforestationLaw is one of the biggest achievements of the EU #GreenDeal, introduced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in November 2021 in response to the global biodiversity and climate crises. Three years later, the EPP has dismantled this landmark policy under von der Leyen’s watch, weakening it beyond recognition. This is despite world leaders gathering to discuss the importance of tackling climate change at CoP29. We remain hopeful that these leaders will show more integrity and responsibility than those voting on the EUDR today.#EP #europe #EuropeanParliament #EUDR #deforestation #loophole #GreenDeal #CoP29 #climatechange
Are you attending hashtag COP29 in Baku? Come along to the expert panel discussing plastic pollution, climate and the plastics treaty negotiations. EIA's Senior Lawyer & Policy Advisor Tim Grabiel will be one of the speakers.

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👀 Are you attending #COP29 in Baku? If so, please pop along to this side event featuring an absolute squad of experts on #PlasticPollution, climate and the plastics treaty negotiations. 🏭 Nihan Karali will present research showing the link between primary plastic production and climate emissions. 📉 Tim Grabiel from Environmental Investigation Agency will present new research by Eunomia Research & Consulting on the 40x40 plastic reduction target and what it would mean for the carbon budget. 🌉 Dennis Clare will highlight the Bridge to Busan (www.bridgetobusan.com) initiative at the #PlasticsTreaty negotiations, bringing countries together around a common vision for addressing plastic production. 🏝️ Sivendra Michael will share Pacific perspectives on the negotiations in the context of plastics and climate.
EIA Climate Campaigner Thomas Nickson reflects on a disappointing US-China summit on Methane and Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gases at CoP29 yesterday.

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Yesterday I attended the US-China Summit on Methane and Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gases at COP29. It was, frankly, disappointing. Here's why... The US and China are by far the largest emitters of N2O from industrial sources and it was hoped that the COP29 Summit might see the announcement of a collaborative effort to finally eliminate these emissions. No such announcement came. While the US indicated its industrial N2O emissions will be reduced by half in 2025 (riskily relying on the volatile and scandal-ridden voluntary carbon market to achieve this), China announced only that it would continue to “promote research” on emissions of N2O. This is simply not enough. Industrial emissions of N2O are one of the lowest-hanging fruits for climate mitigation, being cost-effective and highly efficient. Across the Global North and the Global South, many countries have already taken clear action to eliminate these unnecessary emissions. As the two largest economies in the world, it is inexcusable that the US and China have not followed suit. The Summit took place just hours after the Global N2O Assessment was officially published, a report that sets out in stark detail the climate and ozone threat posed by our spiralling N2O emissions (headline findings in image) . Jointly committing to address N2O emissions from the industrial sector would have been a clear opportunity for the US and China to lead the way on a coordinated global response to the N2O challenge. Setting industrial emissions to one side, it was also notable that neither the US nor China acknowledged the role of agriculture in their statements on N2O, even though this sector accounts for 75 per cent of our annual global emissions. These agricultural emissions, primarily driven by the over-use of synthetic fertilisers and manure, cannot be ignored. As set out in the Global N2O Assessment, a 40 per cent reduction in agricultural N2O emissions is not only feasible, but essential to keeping the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal alive. Nonetheless... The simple fact that N2O was recognised at all in yesterday's Summit was (astoundingly/depressingly) progress, and a hopeful sign that this potent super-pollutant is beginning to be recognised as the threat it is. Now, supported by the findings in the Global N2O Assessment, a coordinated multilateral response to N2O must be secured, in countries' NDCs under the UNFCCC, and across other relevant treaties including as the Montreal Protocol. With the climate crisis growing more urgent by the day, and the ozone layer once again under serious threat, it is vital that we remember the ‘forgotten greenhouse gas’. To find out more, check out: - EIA, Taking Industrial Action: https://lnkd.in/eiesJAJR- CCAC, INMS, UNEP & FAO, Global N2O Assessment: https://lnkd.in/eEZz39z2
Deforestation is devastating our planet – and it's happening right now through the production and consumption of products like timber, beef, leather, chocolate, soy, palm oil, and coffee. Many of these commodities are linked to the destruction of ancient forests and the violation of human rights. After years of campaigning, EIA was pleased to see the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) passed in 2023, which is due to come into effect in January 2025. But now, after months of lobbying by unscrupulous companies that are supported by certain MEPs, the European Parliament is set to vote on Thursday on whether to delay the EUDR by 12 months and accept proposed amendments that could weaken this ground-breaking legislation beyond recognition. The conservative group of MEPs EPP is pushing for a 2-year delay and a major loophole that could create a "no risk" category, exempting certain countries from compliance altogether. The EUDR prohibits seven key forest-risk commodities (cattle, wood, cocoa, soy, palm oil, coffee, rubber) and associated products linked to deforestation or illegally produced, from being sold in or exported from the EU market. With the equivalent of 10 football pitches of tropical primary rainforest lost per minute, we cannot afford to waste any more time in removing deforestation from the trade in these commodities. This legislation needs the support of every MEP who cares about the environment and health of the planet for current and future generations. EIA, and 245 civil society organisations from at least 42 countries, urge the EU parliament to say “no” to a delay and the proposed amendments, and “yes” to global forests! #Hands off the EUDR We'll update you on the vote outcome on Thursday! Follow us for more on how we're pushing for stronger laws to stop our contribution to global deforestation. Read the news article https://loom.ly/bpyIzXE #eudr #eu #deforestation #europeanparliament #mep #HandsofftheEUDR
EIA, and other civil society organizations, welcome the launch of the European Commission’s roadmap for Methane Abatement Partnerships as a first step towards reducing methane emissions across the entire fossil fuel supply chain. EIA Climate Campaigner Jack Corscadden said “Against the backdrop of the recent US election, EIA welcomes this initiative. With Trump’s election, the US can no longer be counted on to lead in the fight against the climate crisis. Continued EU commitment is essential to filling this leadership gap and driving forward climate action. This roadmap offers a valuable tool to sustain momentum in methane mitigation and inspire broader international cooperation.” The proposed Methane Abatement Partnerships lay the foundation for a cooperation framework between importing and producer countries, to accelerate the reduction of methane emissions associated with fossil energy production and consumption. Corscadden said: “When it comes to methane mitigation, we need all hands-on deck. These partnerships have the potential to catalyze action in countries currently lacking methane regulations by providing the necessary incentives to act swiftly.” He added: “The roadmap is a good start, and EIA will continue to engage with the Commission and other stakeholders to ensure it delivers on its potential. The abatement measures to be deployed should be proven and effective at delivering sustained emissions reductions (e.g. leak detection and repair; limits to venting and flaring; technology standards), as we work towards the overall goal of phasing out fossil fuels. “ Read the full press release https://loom.ly/8KnBBPs #CoP29 #methane #fossilfuels #emissions #eu #methaneregulation #climatechange #globalheating
EIA Climate Campaign leader Clare Perry will be one of the expert panelists discussing the implementation of the F-gas regulation and the global landscape of F-gases at ATMOSummit. See the full panel below and follow ATMOsphere for updates.

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F-gas & standards panel announcement! Introducing the expert panelists who will discuss the implementation of the F-gas regulation, the global landscape of F-gases, standards, and future outlooks. ▪️ Arno Kaschl, Senior Policy Officer, DG CLIMA, European Commission▪️ Jana Mašíčková, National Focal Point for the Vienna Convention and the Montreal Protocol, @Ministry of the Environment of the Czech Republic ▪️ Clare Perry, Climate Campaign Leader, Environmental Investigation Agency▪️ Asbjørn Leth Vonsild, Consultant, @Vonsild Consulting ApS #GoNatRefs #SustainableBusiness #PolicyPanel #fgas #sustainableevents Marc Chasserot Jan Dusek Charlotte Darniche Whitney Asare Nyame
What is happening at Cop29 … This year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (CoP29) has been called “the finance CoP”. The main goal of CoP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan is to scale up climate finance. Climate funding is aimed at helping lower income countries adapt to the effects of climate change, and reduce climate disasters such as floods, droughts and wildfires. Funding is also needed to grow economies, and help transition to zero-carbon economies. Trillions of dollars are needed to reach these goals. Why our experts are there Five of EIA’s Climate experts are attending CoP29. Our experts are advocating for the reduction of emissions that are depleting the ozone layer and heating the planet, including methane, fluorinated gases, N2O and HFCs, as well as fossil fuels. Climate change is the greatest threat humanity faces today and EIA is dedicated to addressing those greenhouse gases and ozone depleting gases that are most harmful to our planet. Follow EIA for updates as we work to protect our planet from runaway climate change. #eia #cop29 #azerbaijan #climatechange #climatecrisis #flood #drought #wildfire #methane #co2 #fossilfuels #n20 #hfc

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