Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) is reflecting on 20 years since the passing of a core founding member, Julian Manduca. The NGO looks back with deep gratitude at the roots of the organisation, and to the people who shaped it. At the heart of its story stands Julian, a tireless activist, and a fearless voice for social and environmental justice in Malta.
Category: News
Press Release: Over 1700kg of waste collected on Comino in 6 hours
On Saturday, 17th May, Friends of the Earth Malta collaborated with Din L-Art Ħelwa and the Malta Environmental Foundation on a clean-up activity in the area surrounding the old bakery on Comino.
Malta’s Transport Future: Spotlight on Micromobility
Monday 16 September marked the start of European Mobility Week (EMW) – the European Commission’s yearly awareness-raising campaign on sustainable urban mobility. However, we observed complete radio silence from our government, when the urgency to promote sustainable mobility in Malta has never been greater.
Together for Comino – Organisations seek public support to appeal the approval of hotel and villas in a nature reserve
Ten organisations are seeking the public’s support to appeal against the shameful approval of PA/04777/20, which involves the development of a 140-bed luxury hotel, 16 villas, and 44 swimming pools on Comino.
We believe that we have a strong legal basis to challenge the Planning Authority’s decision, but we need the public’s help to raise the €20,000 required to pursue this legal battle.
Let’s Reclaim Manoel Island for People and Nature – Sign the Petition Today!
Press statement in support of Żurrieq Farmers’ urgent call for the Lands Authority to revoke consent for Development on Tal-Bebbux agricultural land.
Can you fit climate emotions in a tool box?
European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) is a vital annual initiative aimed at promoting sustainable resource and waste management practices - Learn how Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) participated in this year's events!
Żurrieq farmers urgently call on Lands Authority to withdraw consent for development on agricultural land in Tal-Bebbux
Press statement in support of Żurrieq Farmers’ urgent call for the Lands Authority to revoke consent for Development on Tal-Bebbux agricultural land.
Zero Waste Festival: Rethinking Waste and Celebrating Smart Solutions in Barcelona
European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) is a vital annual initiative aimed at promoting sustainable resource and waste management practices - Learn how Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) participated in this year's events!
The MICROMOBI Toolkit: Empowering Sustainable Urban Transport
The project is aimed to develop skills and raise awareness on the topic of micromobility, smallhuman or electric powered mobility devices suitable for short urban trips.
Open Call: Young Friends of the Earth Malta Volunteers
We're seeking volunteers for the Young Friends of the Earth Malta team.