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.
Exclusive report reveals how climate-fuelled extreme weather is triggering widespread psychological trauma, from insomnia to existential dread, across UK communities.
In a major environmental policy reversal, the new Labour government announces the UK's return to the UN Green Climate Fund, signalling a renewed commitment to international climate cooperation and global leadership.
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.
New research from top universities shows dramatic lifespan extension is possible through targeted interventions. Discover the science behind living longer and healthier.
A groundbreaking £10m study will track 30,000 babies across the UK from birth to map their health, development, and environment, aiming to tackle major childhood inequalities.
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.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers a powerful address, arguing that soaring defence budgets are a wasted effort without parallel investment in climate resilience for developing nations. He warns of a world plunging into deeper instability with
A critical system of Atlantic Ocean currents, including the Gulf Stream, is nearing a catastrophic collapse due to climate change, which could trigger extreme global weather shifts, warns a new study.
A new scientific report reveals human-induced climate change is dramatically increasing the likelihood of extreme fire weather conditions in the Iberian Peninsula, with temperatures soaring 4-6°C above normal.
New scientific research reveals a cruel climate twist: the successful repair of the ozone layer is inadvertently accelerating global warming in the Southern Hemisphere by altering wind patterns.
Vivian Jenna Wilson, daughter of billionaire Elon Musk, makes headlines as she navigates Stanford University life with roommates, explicitly distancing herself from her father's wealth and the Musk family legacy.
Groundbreaking research exposes a critical misjudgment by UK politicians who significantly underestimate public appetite for bold climate action, creating a damaging 'perception gap' hindering effective policy.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches a scathing critique of Stanford University's diversity training, championing free speech and British values in a landmark transatlantic address.
UK Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch turns down a fully-funded Stanford University medicine scholarship, reaffirming her commitment to British politics and her constituents in Essex.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces a sweeping €3 billion investment in green infrastructure and a ban on short-haul flights, positioning Spain as a European leader in the fight against climate change.
The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to dismantle and archive US government climate change websites, erasing vital public data on global warming, emissions, and clean energy in a sweeping online purge.
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers the key personality characteristics associated with longevity, offering fresh insights into how our traits influence lifespan beyond genetics and lifestyle.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol reveals that climate change is causing heatwaves to evolve at a frightening pace, becoming more frequent and intense much faster than previously predicted.
An exclusive interview with a top climate diplomat reveals we are in the final countdown to avert catastrophe. This is the stark reality of our last chance for the planet.
Olympic freestyle skiing champion Eileen Gu, who represented China in 2022, announces her decision to represent New Zealand in future competitions while attending university, sparking international discussion.
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.
In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri
In a surprising twist for climate science, the rapid melt of Arctic sea ice has shown a significant and unexpected slowdown over the past decade, challenging existing models and forcing a major rethink of our understanding of the polar region's future.
A major new scientific analysis uncovers that wildfire smoke is significantly more toxic to human cells than air pollution from other sources, raising urgent questions about public health policies as climate change fuels fiercer blazes.
Stanford professor Jay Bhattacharya's latest research questions the efficacy of mRNA vaccines, igniting fresh controversy in the scientific community.
Stanford University is under scrutiny after announcing layoffs tied to financial pressures exacerbated by Trump-era policies. Critics argue the cuts target diversity initiatives.
A tribute to the life and legacy of Stanford Fraser Steele, the celebrated architect whose innovative designs transformed urban landscapes and inspired generations.
Simon Stiell, the UN's climate chief, has faced backlash after suggesting the UK is not doing enough to combat climate change—despite the nation leading global green initiatives. Critics call his remarks 'detached from reality'.
A new study maps smoking rates across the UK, revealing stark regional disparities with London boroughs leading the pack. Discover the health implications and regional trends.