The Conservative Party vows to dismantle current climate commitments, branding them as unrealistic and economically damaging. This comprehensive analysis examines what their proposed environmental policy shift means for Britain's net-zero future.
Exclusive: Theresa May challenges Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch over reported plans to weaken UK's Climate Change Act, exposing Tory divisions on net zero commitments ahead of general election.
A groundbreaking urban experiment successfully clears dangerous air pollution levels that had plagued residents for years, offering hope for smog-choked cities worldwide.
Senior Conservatives express alarm as leadership frontrunner Badenoch pledges to repeal landmark environmental legislation, threatening UK's climate commitments and party unity.
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.
A damning UK Research and Innovation report exposes how Britain's broken food system is fuelling a diet-related health crisis and environmental damage. Discover the urgent need for transformation.
Shocking new data reveals sewage was pumped into the rivers and lakes of Britain's most treasured national parks for thousands of hours last year, with the Lake District and Snowdonia among the worst hit.
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.
Lough Neagh, the UK's largest freshwater lake, is facing an unprecedented ecological collapse due to algal blooms, pollution, and government inaction, threatening wildlife and local communities.
A damning new study exposes how the UK government is spending billions in taxpayer money to subsidise fossil fuels, undermining its own net-zero commitments and global climate leadership.
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.
The Environment Agency issues a stark warning as forecasts predict potential autumn floods while the country remains in a state of drought, creating a paradoxical and dangerous weather scenario.
Exclusive analysis: As the Green Party appoints a bold new co-leader, we examine their strategy to reshape the UK's political landscape, challenge Labour from the left, and turn environmental urgency into electoral success.
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.
Zack Polanski takes the helm of the Green Party of England and Wales, promising a radical shift in strategy and a renewed challenge to the political establishment.
Renewable energy leader Simon Holmes à Court secures a unique opportunity for climate expert Professor Lesley Hughes to confront Environment Minister Sussan Ley on a Qantas flight, in a bold move for climate action.
A damning new investigation uncovers how Trump's Environmental Protection Agency systematically suppressed climate science and sidelined expert academics, raising profound concerns for US environmental policymaking.
As the Green Party's leadership contest heats up, three distinct visions for the party's future are emerging. Discover the candidates vying to shape UK environmental policy and the internal struggle between pragmatism and principle.
Exclusive: Defra's controversial decision to withhold its climate adaptation strategy from public scrutiny raises serious concerns about government transparency and environmental commitment.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.
Republican lawmakers, backed by Donald Trump, are under fire for advancing a controversial bill that rolls back environmental protections, with critics pointing to millions in donations from fossil fuel giants.
Cambridge locals and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey slam the Environment Agency for inaction on pollution, urging immediate reforms to protect communities and wildlife.
The Environment Agency urges Brits to delete old emails and reduce digital clutter to conserve water during heatwaves and droughts. Discover how small digital actions can make a big environmental impact.
Leaked documents reveal UK officials urged India to dilute environmental regulations ahead of trade talks, sparking backlash from climate activists.
The Labour Party unveils ambitious plans to counterbalance carbon emissions from Heathrow Airport's expansion, aiming for a sustainable aviation sector.
Labour's shadow environment secretary, Steve Reed, accuses the government of failing to protect England's waterways as sewage spills reach record levels. Experts warn of severe ecological damage and public health risks.
Former US President Donald Trump unveils a bold energy and environment plan, sparking debate over its potential impact on climate policies and global markets.
The UK government has announced a revised plan to reduce sewage discharges into rivers, but critics argue it lacks urgency and fails to meet environmental targets.
Thames Water is under fire after a serious pollution event in the River Thames, prompting legal action from the Environment Agency.
Southern Water and Anglian Water have been hit with hefty fines totalling £2.65m for illegally discharging sewage into protected waterways in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The Environment Agency condemned the breaches, which pose risks to wildlife and