NSW housing law overhaul risks coalmine approvals surge
Exclusive: Environmental groups demand transparency as controversial planning reforms in New South Wales could fast-track new coal projects under streamlined housing legislation.
Exclusive: Environmental groups demand transparency as controversial planning reforms in New South Wales could fast-track new coal projects under streamlined housing legislation.
Remembering Sally Seymour, the visionary government official whose relentless drive reshaped Britain's approach to climate change and environmental protection during her remarkable 35-year career.
Environmental campaigners launch legal action against government agencies over failure to protect River Wye from agricultural pollution and ecological decline.
Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.
A heartbreaking funeral ceremony for 17-year-old Celeste Rivas took an unexpected turn when mourners heard D4vd's emotional track playing from a Tesla vehicle, creating a viral moment that's touched millions.
In an extraordinary environmental success story, Argentina's Patagonian steppe has been miraculously restored to vibrant wetlands, reversing decades of desertification through innovative conservation efforts.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's environmental reforms face blistering criticism from Greens Senator Larissa Waters, who brands new legislation a catastrophic betrayal of election promises and environmental protection.
Arsenal Football Club pays heartfelt tribute to 12-year-old superfan Billy Vigar after his tragic passing from bone cancer, honouring his memory at the Emirates Stadium.
Environmental campaigners face a critical threat as the UK government considers abandoning the Aarhus Convention, a landmark agreement that guarantees public access to environmental justice and government accountability.
Australia's environmental protection framework faces unprecedented scrutiny after the controversial Woodside gas project receives approval, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of current legislation.
Emotional scenes at the Emirates as Arsenal players honour memory of 14-year-old superfan Billy Vigar with powerful pre-match tribute against Olympiacos
Exclusive: Defra quietly abandons pledge to publish 'environmental improvement plan' for England, raising fears of deregulation and weakened protections post-Brexit.
Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi moved his Glasgow audience to tears with a surprise tribute to a late fan, pausing his sold-out Hydro show for a deeply emotional moment.
An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.
The three children of cricket legend Shane Warne have posted deeply moving photo tributes to their late father on what would have been his 55th birthday, sharing never-before-seen family snaps and heartfelt messages that have left fans emotional.
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
A parliamentary committee hears that toxic chemicals from England's roads are poisoning rivers unchecked, with the government accused of a 'shocking dereliction of duty' for failing to implement a 25-year-old law.
Antiques Roadshow's John Foster delivers a poignant on-air tribute to his brother-in-law facing terminal cancer, supported by presenter Fiona Bruce and the BBC crew in a moving display of real-life compassion.
In an incredibly moving social media post, Lindsay Burrow shares a poignant family photo and a powerful message of love and remembrance for her late husband, rugby legend Rob Burrow, on his first birthday since his passing.
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
A New Orleans college football coach's heartfelt tribute to Hurricane Katrina victims using a rival school's colours has ignited a fierce debate about sportsmanship and remembrance.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.
A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive pig and poultry farming has become the dominant source of pollution in Britain's countryside, devastating river ecosystems and overwhelming sewage systems.
A groundbreaking analysis reveals over 1,300 hazardous sites across the United States where toxic 'forever chemicals' are seeping into the ground, posing a severe contamination risk to water supplies and public health.
A powerful new perspective on environmental storytelling urges us to look beyond narratives of loss and despair, celebrating the wonder, resilience, and sheer absurdity of nature that still exists all around us.
The Independent is calling for nominations to identify the UK's most influential climate leaders in its prestigious Climate 100 list for 2025. Discover how to put forward environmental pioneers making a tangible difference.
The US Environmental Protection Agency is under fire for its handling of a pollution crisis in Ohio, sparking outrage among local communities and lawmakers.
Liam Gallagher dedicates a song to a devoted fan who passed away, as Oasis stuns the crowd with a surprise reunion at a charity concert.