Government Scraps Key Environmental Targets in Policy U-Turn
Exclusive: Defra quietly abandons pledge to publish 'environmental improvement plan' for England, raising fears of deregulation and weakened protections post-Brexit.
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Jameela Jamil demands sustainability labels on clothes
Actress and activist Jameela Jamil launches a powerful campaign for mandatory sustainability labels on clothing, urging the UK government to enforce transparency in fashion.
Hong Kong's massive deforestation footprint exposed in new study
Groundbreaking research exposes how Hong Kong's economic consumption drives tropical deforestation in Southeast Asia, ranking it among the world's top per capita contributors to forest loss.
Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
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.
2025 Very Short Film Festival Winners Announced
The 2025 Very Short Film Festival champions powerful environmental storytelling, with winning films tackling the climate crisis, plastic pollution, and our connection to nature, all in 60 seconds.
Tesco's Nationwide Food Waste Initiative Transforms UK Supermarkets
Tesco launches a groundbreaking nationwide initiative to tackle food waste, partnering with Olio to redistribute surplus food to communities across the UK. Discover how this scheme will benefit local charities and reduce environmental impact.
Hannah Ritchie's Data-Driven Case For Climate Optimism
Discover how data-driven environmental scientist Hannah Ritchie challenges doom-laden narratives with actionable, evidence-based solutions for a sustainable future in her groundbreaking new book.
The Unseen Fight Against Ecological Collapse
Exclusive insight into the global battle being waged against climate catastrophe. Discover the strategies offering a lifeline for our planet's future amidst unprecedented ecological crises.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
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.
The Climate 100: UK's Top Environmental Leaders for 2024
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish
A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.
Govt Ignored Road Runoff Law for 25 Years, Poisoning Rivers
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.
California's Kelp Forests Stage Remarkable Comeback
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis
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.
Forestry Firm Slammed With Dozens of New Logging Charges
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.
UK Farm Pollution Crisis: Rivers Devastated by Intensive Farming
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.
Map reveals 1,300 US sites leaking toxic chemicals
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.
Beyond the Doom: Finding Joy in Nature's Story
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.
Nominate Britain's Climate Heroes for The Independent's 2025 List
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.
Why the world can't solve its plastic crisis
Despite global awareness, plastic pollution continues to rise. Experts explain the systemic failures and what must change to tackle this environmental crisis.
OECD: Global Pollution Efforts Falling Short
A damning OECD report reveals that international efforts to combat pollution and climate change are falling short, with rising emissions and environmental degradation continuing unchecked.
Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
Despite high hopes, international talks on a global plastics treaty have failed due to opposition from oil-producing nations. Here’s why we must keep fighting for change.
Kuwait, Unilever top plastic polluters list
A new Greenpeace study reveals Kuwait and Unilever as leading contributors to global plastic waste, urging immediate action to tackle the environmental crisis.
89 experts demand urgent climate action
A powerful collective of 89 experts and activists highlights the urgent need for climate action, warning of irreversible consequences if global leaders fail to act now.
Italy opens groundbreaking plastic pollution museum
Italy has launched a unique museum dedicated to plastic pollution, showcasing faded relics from beaches and oceans to highlight the urgent environmental crisis.
Human-nature connection declined 60% in 200 years
A groundbreaking study shows humanity's bond with nature has drastically declined since the Industrial Revolution, raising concerns for environmental and mental wellbeing.
EPA faces backlash over Ohio pollution crisis
The US Environmental Protection Agency is under fire for its handling of a pollution crisis in Ohio, sparking outrage among local communities and lawmakers.
Independent's Climate 100: Top Environmental Leaders of 2025
Discover the trailblazers shaping the future of climate action as The Independent releases its prestigious Climate 100 list for 2025, spotlighting leaders across science, policy, and activism.
Global action needed now on plastic pollution crisis
The world is drowning in plastic waste, and urgent international cooperation is needed to tackle this environmental disaster. Here's why we must act now.
Shein fined €1m in Italy for greenwashing
Italian authorities have fined fast-fashion giant Shein €1m for falsely marketing products as 'sustainable'. The move highlights growing scrutiny over greenwashing in the retail sector.
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