UK considers ban on single-use vapes
The UK government considers banning disposable vapes due to environmental concerns, as millions are discarded improperly each week.
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Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure
International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.
Davey faces backlash over Cambridge water crisis
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey is under fire for his role in the Cambridge water shortage crisis, with the Environment Agency now investigating potential regulatory breaches.
Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
Despite high hopes, international talks on a global plastics treaty have failed due to opposition from oil-producing nations. Here’s why we must keep fighting for change.
Trump allies push oil-funded anti-environment bill
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 demands action as Environment Agency fails on pollution
Cambridge locals and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey slam the Environment Agency for inaction on pollution, urging immediate reforms to protect communities and wildlife.
UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva
Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?
Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms
Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.
Glencore's coal mine expansion threatens koalas
Plans to expand a Queensland coal mine by Glencore could devastate local koala populations, sparking outrage among conservationists. Experts warn of irreversible damage to the ecosystem.
UN plastic treaty talks reach decisive final day in Geneva
As UN negotiations in Geneva enter their final day, nations grapple with a landmark treaty to tackle the escalating plastic pollution crisis. Will they deliver a binding agreement?
Trump's space plans spark environmental concerns
Former US President Donald Trump's push for commercial rocket launches sparks environmental backlash, with critics targeting Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos over ecological damage.
Fast-water specialist species makes remarkable comeback
Once on the brink of extinction, a unique fast-water specialist species makes a surprising comeback, thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
Labour's rewilding policies may increase wildfire risks
Experts warn that Labour's rewilding policies could exacerbate deadly moorland fires, putting lives and rural communities in jeopardy. Is environmental idealism overtaking public safety?
Plastic pollution treaty talks stall before deadline
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
How to prevent dangerous wildfires from escalating
Experts reveal the latest methods to mitigate wildfire risks and prevent catastrophic damage as climate change intensifies fire seasons worldwide.
Tony Juniper Calls for Collective Wildlife Conservation
Natural England chair Tony Juniper urges a united effort to protect and restore the nation's biodiversity, highlighting the critical role of collaboration in conservation.
Delete Emails to Save Water During Droughts
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.
Delete emails to save water, experts suggest
Experts reveal how small digital habits, like deleting old emails, can significantly reduce water usage in data centres. Discover the surprising link between your inbox and water conservation.
Delete old emails to help prevent UK droughts
The Environment Agency has advised Britons to delete unnecessary emails to reduce digital water consumption and help prevent droughts.
Lake Alice Restoration: A Minnesota Success Story
Discover how Minnesota's Lake Alice has been restored to its former glory through dedicated conservation efforts, benefiting both wildlife and local communities.
Australia's Climate Crisis: 'Intense and Scary' Risks
A confidential government report warns of severe economic and environmental threats from climate change, urging immediate action to mitigate 'intense and scary' risks.
Kerala's nurdle crisis: Tiny plastics, huge problem
Tiny plastic pellets known as nurdles are inundating Kerala's shores, crippling local fisheries and sparking environmental outrage. Discover how this microplastic menace is bypassing regulations and what activists are demanding.
Thames 'Wet Wipe Island' clean-up shocks London
A massive clean-up operation has removed a grotesque 'wet wipe island' from the River Thames, exposing London's growing sewage pollution crisis. Discover how this environmental eyesore formed – and what's being done to stop it.
Abandoned oil refinery becomes wildlife sanctuary
A derelict oil refinery in the UK has transformed into an unexpected sanctuary for wildlife, proving nature's resilience and offering hope for urban conservation.
Lula signs controversial environmental bill
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva sparks outrage as he signs a bill critics say will devastate the Amazon rainforest and undermine environmental protections.
Fossil fuel lobbyists swarm plastics treaty talks
As global negotiators gather in Geneva to tackle the plastic pollution crisis, a surge in fossil fuel lobbyists raises concerns over industry influence on the treaty's outcome.
200+ lobbyists at UN plastic talks hinder progress
Environmental campaigners raise concerns as more than 200 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists attend UN plastic treaty negotiations, potentially undermining efforts to tackle plastic pollution.
Queensland: Australia's Deforestation Capital
Conservation groups reveal Queensland leads Australia in tree clearing, threatening ecosystems and wildlife. Calls for urgent policy reforms grow louder.
Asian hornets threaten UK bees and biodiversity
Invasive Asian hornets have been spotted in the UK, posing a serious threat to native bees and ecosystems. Experts warn of potential devastation if the species becomes established.
Ofwat: Govt failing to protect England's environment
Ofwat has criticised the government for inadequate measures to safeguard England's natural environment, urging immediate action to address regulatory gaps.
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