A major new climate report reveals the profound and immediate threats climate change poses to every Australian, from the economy to health. The government issues a stark warning and calls for urgent national action.
A landmark legal ruling establishes that combating climate change is a binding legal obligation for governments, not a voluntary act. This pivotal decision could reshape environmental policy and enforcement across the UK and beyond.
Australia's bid to host the crucial 2026 UN climate summit faces collapse as Turkey declines to withdraw its competing proposal, creating a major diplomatic standoff that threatens global climate negotiations.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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 deep dive into the transformative leadership styles of Labour Party leaders from Neil Kinnock to Keir Starmer, and how each has influenced the party's direction.
Elon Musk has been named the most admired entrepreneur in the US, according to a recent Gallup poll, surpassing other high-profile business leaders.
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.
Former US President Donald Trump faces backlash after praising African and Caribbean leaders accused of human rights abuses, including South Sudan's Salva Kiir and Cuba's Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves met top business figures to discuss economic policies aimed at boosting UK growth and investment.
Prominent Jewish leaders urge the University of Edinburgh to formally adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism amid rising concerns over campus discrimination.
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'.
European leaders respond to Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on EU goods, as trade tensions escalate and concerns over Ukraine persist.
The International Court of Justice's groundbreaking climate decision has been hailed as a historic triumph for vulnerable island states facing existential threats from rising sea levels.
A quiet Scottish village has been turned into a heavily guarded fortress as world leaders prepare to gather for the NATO summit. Discover the dramatic security measures in place.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces another diplomatic snub as a European leader declines a joint press conference, sparking fresh concerns over the UK's post-Brexit influence.
Billionaire businessman and Home Depot co-founder Ken Langone shocks many by declaring Donald Trump the 'best president' of his lifetime, citing economic policies and leadership.
Prominent union leaders across the UK have penned an open letter urging immediate government intervention in the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine.
A captivating first-person narrative by Emmanuel Carrère detailing his exclusive experience accompanying French President Emmanuel Macron to the G7 Summit. Discover the behind-the-scenes diplomacy, tensions, and global politics at play.