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.
MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.
'Clarkson's Farm' breakout star Kaleb Cooper delivers an urgent warning about the dire state of British agriculture, citing crippling weather and financial pressures pushing farmers to the brink.
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.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump's unfulfilled vow to solve California's water crisis with a massive infrastructure project has left Central Valley farmers and communities disillusioned, as the promised 'gigantic' task force and water plan never m
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.
Exclusive insights from UK agriculture students reveal a sector at a crossroads. Discover the challenges, innovations, and future of British farming from those training to feed the nation.
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.
Riverford Organic Farmers' founder Guy Singh-Watson delivers a raw, unfiltered account of the UK's agricultural turmoil, government failings, and the urgent need for sustainable food system reform.
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK's 2024 harvest is on course for a near-record low due to severe drought. Wheat, barley, and oat yields are collapsing, sparking fears of higher food prices and greater import reliance.
New research reveals climate change is devastating UK honeybee populations, threatening the future of this vital superfood and the nation's food security. Discover the alarming findings.
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.
UK berries are ripening weeks earlier than usual, a clear sign of nature under stress due to climate change, say scientists. Discover the implications for ecosystems and agriculture.
A dramatic shift in Pacific Ocean currents has triggered a devastating megadrought in the US, leading to skyrocketing food prices. Experts warn of long-term impacts on agriculture and global supply chains.
A severe shortage of skilled workers in the UK dairy industry is putting the nation's food security at risk, with farmers struggling to maintain production levels.
Jeremy Clarkson warns of a disastrous harvest at his Diddly Squat Farm, predicting shortages and higher prices for his produce. The TV star-turned-farmer blames extreme weather and farming challenges.
Jeremy Clarkson's beloved Diddly Squat Farm faces a major setback as a tuberculosis outbreak strikes, threatening livestock and future plans.
British farmers warn of a potential pea shortage due to severe drought conditions, threatening supplies for popular dishes like mushy peas and salads.
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'.
Japan's beloved matcha tea faces a severe shortage as extreme weather conditions disrupt production, threatening global supply chains and café culture.