Fidra shines a light on environmental issues through targeted projects that demonstrate positive change Fidra works with governments, industry and the public, to deliver evidence-based solutions Fidra protects ecosystems by preventing pollution & promoting sustainability © Scott Currie Fidra Home

Our Projects

Preventing pollution

By removing the burden of chemical and plastic pollution on the environment, our projects build resilience to the climate emergency and biodiversity crisis.

Nurdles
Nurdles

Tiny plastic pellets are adding up to a big problem for our environment

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PFAS

Preventing PFAS pollution by ending unnecessary uses of Forever Chemicals

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Best Fishes
Scottish Salmon Farming

Transparency in aquaculture is needed to ensure best practices minimise environmental impacts

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Sewage Spreading in fields
Sewage Free Soils

Protecting Scotland’s Soils from agricultural use of sewage sludge

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Supporting sustainability

A safe circular economy saves energy, resources, and prevents pollution. Our projects address the use of harmful chemicals, promote alternatives to single-use items, and stop losses from supply chains.

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Artificial Pitches

Artificial pitches are a major source of microplastic pollution

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Bisphenols
Bisphenols

Harmful chemicals used in receipts are contaminating the environment & recycled products

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Chemical Pollution
Chemical Pollution

Advocating for UK policy that delivers effective chemical management and prevents chemical pollution

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Sustainable Fire Safety
Sustainable Fire Safety

Promoting effective and sustainable fire safety through intelligent product design and chemical transparency

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News

23rd September 2026

New research by environmental economics experts eftec compares current UK biosolids land application against alternative sludge treatment options (including incineration, pyrolysis and gasification).

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22nd September 2026

Dr William Titley, Senior Lecturer in MA Fine Art at the University of Lancashire, works at the intersection of art, community engagement and environmental action. In this guest blog, he shares insights from The Curlew Way, a project highlighting the importance of local greenspaces for wildlife.

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2nd September 2026

The All Party Parliamentary Group on Microplastics has published a new report calling for urgent action on microplastic pollution in the UK.

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Fidra achieves solutions to environmental issues using the best available science by working collaboratively with governments, industry and the public