Open cases
This is a small selection of cases we are currently working on, around the UK and internationally.
Cases
A6 dualling proposals
The site supports almost 46,000 waterbirds in the winter, including internationally important numbers of whooper swans.
A9 dualling at Insh Marshes
Proposals to upgrade the A9 trunk road through RSPB Scotland's Insh Marshes and over the River Spey in the Cairngorms.
Aberdeen offshore demonstration wind farm
An application for an 11-turbine offshore wind farm north of Aberdeen has been consented by the Scottish Government.
Catfield Fen
We must fight to protect Catfield Fen, an important habitat in one of Europe’s most important wetland sites.
Coul Links
A proposed golf course threatens a protected area of valuable coastal dune habitat, home to many species of wildlife.
Dakatcha Woodland
Fantastic news, permission for a biofuel project which could have destroyed Dakatcha Woodland has been refused.
Danube Delta
The Danube Delta is well known as one of Europe's premier wetlands.
End burning on Northern England’s protected blanket bogs
The case began with our concerns over Natural England's actions in relation to an upland shooting estate, Walshaw Moor.
Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands are home to spectacular wildlife including important populations of seabirds and penguins.
Filey Bay
Filey Bay has given life to generations of seabirds, but in recent years it has also claimed many victims.
Forth and Tay Wind Farms
Scottish Ministers have granted consent for four offshore wind farm developments in the Firths of Forth and Tay region.
Glen App and Loch Ree
Initial public consultation has been undertaken by Scottish Power Renewables, who hope to construct a large wind farm.
High Speed 2
HS2 has become a totemic environmental issue and a test for the new government's environmental credentials.
Hywind Scotland Pilot Park
Statoil has submitted plans to build the first floating wind farm off the Scottish east coast.
Kaliakra
Since 2007 more than 360 projects were proposed which will cause direct harm to feeding habitats of red-breasted geese.
Lake Natron
Three-quarters of the world population of lesser flamingos depend on Tanzania's Lake Natron as a breeding site.
Lodge Hill, Chattenden Woods, Kent
Fighting plans to develop housing at Lodge Hill - one of the most important sites in the country for nightingales.
Lower Thames Crossing
Highways England is consulting on a new road crossing of the Lower Thames to supplement the existing Dartford crossings.
M4 motorway diversion around Newport, Gwent
An inquiry is underway, considering proposals to build a new motorway south of Newport across the Gwent Levels.
Moray Firth wind farms
Scottish Government is considering two offshore wind farm applications which represent large-scale development.
North Uist Spaceport
A planning application for a space port at Scolpaig, North Uist has been submitted.
Oxford to Cambridge Expressway
A proposed major new road could threaten some of the most important wildlife habitats in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire
Pentland Firth & Orkney Waters – Wave & Tidal Renewable Energy
Pentland Firth & Orkney Waters offer significant renewable energy resources in the form of wave and tidal activity.
Rosyth International Container Terminal
We are supporting Scottish Natural Heritage's objection to a development which could cause significant harm to the SPA.
Saint Helena
Construction of an airport & the development of tourism in St Helena may have a profound effect on the environment.
Serengeti highway
Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous national parks in the world but could be severed by a major highway.
Sizewell C new nuclear power station, Suffolk
The Sizewell C development has the potential to have a major impact on one of the UK's most wildlife-rich areas.
Space Hub Sutherland
Highland Council has been notified of proposals for a vertical spaceport in Sutherland’s Flow Country.
Stonehenge
We are objecting to a proposal to build a tunnel that will directly impact a number of stone-curlew nesting territories.
Strathy Wood
We've objected to a windfarm application likely to have a significant impact on protected birds & habitats.
Tana River Delta
One of the most important wetlands in Africa is in danger of drowning under a plethora of proposed developments.
Thames Estuary
We are against the construction of an airport in the Thames Estuary, including the government's latest proposals.
The Lyth Valley
The Environment Agency's decision to turn off pumps in the Lyth Valley could provide a chance for habitat restoration.
The Severn Estuary
The Severn Estuary and its wildlife is under threat from a proposal to build a tidal barrage to generate electricity.
Wallasea Island Wild Coast Project
400 years ago, the Essex coast was a wild place, a wildlife haven and a source of livelihood for local communities.
West Brandon road and housing
Rare and vulnerable birds are under threat from development in one of the UK's most unique and wildlife-rich landscapes.
Willow Wind Farm
RSPB Scotland has significant concerns about plans to site turbines between feeding and roosting grounds used by geese.
Open megasites
Strathy Windfarms
These lie near Scotland’s north coast in Flow Country, a vast expanse of peatland habitat of international importance.
The Humber Estuary
We are working to ensure that future development on the Humber complies with international law.