Tag: environment

Forecasters, environment officials, and politicians are facing criticism for their handling of Storm Bert and the effectiveness of flood defenses in the face of increasingly common extreme weather events. The aftermath of the storm...

As snow blankets the UK, Age UK has expressed concerns about older individuals being hesitant to use their heating due to the loss of the winter fuel payment. Caroline Abrahams, the charity's director, emphasized...

Contaminated recycling in the UK is expected to increase by 40% during the winter months compared to summer, according to recent research. This increase is mainly due to the heavy rainfall that turns cardboard...

A recent assessment has revealed that 24 heatwaves considered impossible in the past have hit communities worldwide. The impact of human-caused global heating on extreme weather is evident in these unprecedented heatwaves, which have...

Thames Water, the largest water company in Britain, is facing a supply crisis with £23bn worth of assets in urgent need of repair. The company serves 16 million customers and is struggling to maintain...

Governments gathering to create a global agreement on climate finance need to work together and reach a decision this week. The German development minister, Jochen Flasbarth, emphasized the urgency of coming to a resolution...

Swimmers have been cautioned to keep their distance from seals to avoid the risk of contracting a serious infection known as "seal finger" if bitten by these marine mammals. The British Divers Marine Life...

United Utilities, one of the UK's largest water companies, is facing backlash as it attempts to prevent the public from accessing data on treated sewage being discharged into Windermere in the Lake District. The...

The tragic death of a rare baby red panda named Roxie at Edinburgh Zoo has been linked to stress caused by fireworks, leading experts to call for stricter regulations on firework usage. The three-month-old...

Future UN climate summits may need a change in location and stricter guidelines, according to a group of influential climate policy experts. This group, which includes former UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, former president of...

Birdwatchers were in for a treat when a rare scarlet tanager was spotted in Yorkshire for the first time, drawing crowds to a residential cu-de-sac. This unique bird, believed to have been blown off...

Sir Keir Starmer has made a significant announcement regarding the UK's commitment to reducing emissions by 81% by 2035 during a speech at Cop29. Despite the ambitious target, he emphasized that he would not...

Winter surfers are in for a treat with new plans to crack down on pollution at official water bathing spots, providing year-round protection. The government has launched a consultation to expand the number of...

Gas boilers will be banned in most new homes by 2027 as part of a plan to reduce carbon emissions. The UK government is introducing the Future Homes Standard, which will require developers to...

Amidst the uncertainty surrounding the global summit on climate change and the re-election of Donald Trump as the president of the United States, the UK is urged to intensify its efforts in renewable energy...

During the recent fox cub hunting season, there were disturbing reports of illegal fox hunting activities taking place across England and Wales. According to anti-fox hunting activists, nine pets lost their lives, and 22...

The UK faces a critical moment in its efforts to combat the climate crisis, with Energy Secretary Ed Miliband warning of the need to prioritize renewable energy for national security. As the world prepares...

The Met Office has dismissed claims of a four-day arctic blast hitting the UK at the end of the month. They stated that there are no signs of snow across the country, and temperatures...

Labour's plan to create a clean electricity system in Britain by 2030 may be challenging, but it is still considered credible by the energy system operator. The National Energy System Operator (Neso) has advised...

Hundreds of emergency workers, including civil and military personnel, are currently scouring shopping centers, garages, and underground car parks in the Valencia region of Spain. The search is ongoing following the devastating floods that...

Donald Trump and Elon Musk recently engaged in a conversation on the rapid acceleration of CO2 in the atmosphere and the warming of the planet. Their discussion, which took place on Musk's social media...

The birth of two new baby beavers in Greenford is a significant moment for urban rewilding efforts. These babies mark the return of breeding beavers to urban London after more than 400 years of...

A crackdown on waste disposal in the sewers has led to a Southall firm called Ivo Textiles being prosecuted by Thames Water. The firm, located on Trident Way, was found to have breached its...

Residents of Ealing are being encouraged to donate their old electronic devices to support the community. Recent research has shown that there are 55 million unused electronic items stored away in drawers across the...

Residents in Ealing are being encouraged to donate their old electronic devices to help both the community and the environment. Recent research has shown that there are a staggering 55 million unused electronic items...