Protecting forests, climate and clean air, with evidence that holds.
We hold governments and companies to their responsibilities through independent research, legal action and public campaigns.
How you can work with us
Three ways in, one clear next step for each.
Whether you want to support the work, build on it or report on it, there is one place to start.
Donors
Independent research and legal action are only possible with independent funding. Every contribution goes to the work.
Make a donation →Partners and institutions
NGOs, foundations and policy makers who want sound evidence on biomass, forest integrity and air quality.
Start a conversation →Press and researchers
Our publications, open letters and court documents, with a direct line to our experts for comment.
Open the archive →Results
Evidence that changed decisions.
Example result
The permit for a large biomass plant was withdrawn.
Years of research, legal procedure and public pressure, carried by a coalition of local residents and organisations across the country.
Stricter rules on biomass
Our evidence fed into the debate that tightened the rules on how energy from wood is counted.
A citizens' legal fund
A legal fund that lets citizens challenge harmful biomass decisions in court.
Everything about the case →How we work
Research first. Then the courts and the public.
Independent research
We document the facts on biomass, forests and air quality, and publish them so anyone can check them.
Legal action
When rules are broken, we take it to court, with the people who live with the consequences.
Public campaigns
We bring the evidence to policy makers, the media and the public, from city hall to parliament.
About us
Two experts, one independent voice.
Clara Jansen
Executive Director
Scientist by training. Leads the foundation's public voice and its work with policy makers.
Tom Reyes
Head of Research
Leads the foundation's research and publications on biomass, forest integrity and air quality.
Support our work
Independent research needs independent funding.
The foundation does not take money from the industries it investigates. Your donation funds research, legal procedures and the campaigns that carry them.
FAQ
Questions we often hear.
Who funds the foundation?
Donations from individuals and grants from foundations. We do not accept funding from the industries we investigate.
Can my organisation join the coalition?
Yes. More than 110 national and 181 European organisations already work alongside us. Write to us and we will tell you how it works.
Can I use your research?
Our publications are public. Please cite them, and contact us if you need data or an expert comment.
How is my donation used?
It goes to research, legal procedures and public campaigns. We report on our work in our newsletter.
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