Abandoned mines in Wales are leaking huge quantities of methane
An abandoned coal mine Photo Gordon J A Dixon Martin Shipton New research shows that abandoned coal mines…
Why wind and solar power is going to ‘waste’ in China in the global energy crisis
The “wasted” wind and solar energy stems from inflexible grid management that continues to rely on coal for…
Beating the heat: study explores the search for cool during heatwaves | Extreme heat
Heatwaves are now an increasingly expected part of summer for many. But how people stay cool varies from…
Deeside A494 pollution below legal limit since 2020 but question mark remains over 50mph limit’s role |
Roadside air pollution on the A494 at Deeside has been below the legal limit every year since 2020,…
Survey on revamp for Hayes Lane Playing Field in Fakenham
Hayes Lane Playing Field, in Fakenham, is described as having equipment that is at “the end of it’s…
Flesh-eating screwworm arrives in US with first case in Texas
Screwworms are parasitic flies whose females lay eggs in open wounds and mucous membranes on animals. When the…
A very strong El Niño is approaching. Here’s what we can expect
El Niño is a recurring climate event with impacts across the globe. It has three phases: one cold…
All hands on deck: the EU’s €92 million bid for a global ocean intelligence network
The European Commission announced on Wednesday a sweeping €92 million maritime initiative aimed at positioning the European Union…
Basingstoke scraps weekly bin collection for fortnightly
Under plans going to cabinet next week, grey bins will move to fortnightly pick-ups from October, with food…
Extra waste burning approved for incinerator despite opposition
A south London incineration company has been granted permission to process tens of thousands of extra tonnes of…
Soft plastics you should never put in your recycling bin — what to do instead
It’s important to know that soft plastics like crisp packets, bubble wrap and plastic bags cannot be recycled…
A new reuse symbol aims to be as recognisable as the recycling logo – and make more of a difference
A new universal symbol for reuse aims to encourage the switch from single-use to reusable packaging and the…