Exclusive: Conservation groups demand transparency as Defra faces allegations of sitting on crucial seabird population data, raising fears of a deepening ecological crisis in England's coastal regions.
In a contentious speech, Donald Trump used his UN General Assembly platform to downplay the climate emergency, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups and world leaders.
The Trump administration has released a divisive report suggesting environmental factors are the primary cause of autism, drawing immediate condemnation from leading researchers and autism advocacy groups who warn it could dangerously misdirect public hea
Environmental campaigners scale RWE's Nottinghamshire power station, demanding government U-turn on controversial West Cumbria coal project and highlighting climate hypocrisy.
Exclusive: The Labour Party is set to adopt key Green Party policies in a major strategic shift, aiming to capture the environmental vote and reshape Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.
As the UK's political parties clash over climate targets, experts warn both Labour and the Coalition are failing to match the urgency of the climate emergency with genuinely ambitious emissions reduction plans.
Exclusive: Defra quietly abandons pledge to publish 'environmental improvement plan' for England, raising fears of deregulation and weakened protections post-Brexit.
As Australia faces escalating climate disasters, a critical question emerges: does the nation possess the political resolve to implement the transformative policies needed for survival?
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.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer proposes dramatic 'one-in, one-out' policy for UK flights to combat emissions. Critics question feasibility while environmentalists applaud bold climate action.
The UK's independent climate advisor delivers a stern rebuke to Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch for her 'disappointing' and inaccurate claims about Nigel Farage's climate change remarks, sparking a fresh row over political integrity and environmental pol
Australia's first national climate risk assessment exposes severe threats from bushfires, floods, and economic disruption. Discover the urgent challenges facing the nation.
A damning investigation exposes the corporate greenwashing and policy failures fuelling Australia's plastic pollution epidemic. Discover the full story behind the crisis.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay faces accusations of staggering hypocrisy after being exposed for taking a private jet to a climate conference, directly contradicting his party's core environmental policies.
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.
In a major environmental policy reversal, the Trump administration has abolished a mandate requiring large US companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. Critics warn this decision blindsides investors and undermines global climate efforts.
Exclusive investigation reveals how destructive bottom trawling fleets are operating with impunity in Britain's protected marine zones, demolishing seabed ecosystems and undermining conservation efforts.
A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.
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.
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.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has dramatically reversed his support for the Shooters and Fishers Party's hunting legislation following intense criticism from environmental groups and the public.
The Minns Labor government commits $140 million to accelerate the creation of the Great Koala National Park, aiming to protect koala habitats while facing criticism from the forestry industry and regional communities.
In a historic conservation victory, the New South Wales government has officially established the Great Koala National Park and enacted an immediate ban on logging within its boundaries, safeguarding a critical koala habitat.
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.
A damning new federal report reveals a sharp rise in US greenhouse gas emissions during the Trump administration, undermining international climate goals and threatening severe environmental consequences.
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
In a landmark move against single-use plastics, South Australia has become the first jurisdiction globally to outlaw the iconic fish-shaped soy sauce packets. The ban targets a major source of plastic pollution, signalling a new front in the war on waste.
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.