Labour pledges new nature agency and 'English Forest'
Labour announces ambitious plan to establish 'English Forest' and restore natural habitats through new public body, positioning environment at heart of political agenda.
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Government plans to weaken National Park protections
Controversial government proposals could strip vital safeguards from England's national parks, allowing more commercial development and threatening natural landscapes, as environmental groups warn of irreversible damage.
Labour cancels Canvey Island 9,500-home development
The newly elected Labour government has cancelled plans for a 9,500-home development on Canvey Island, citing environmental concerns and local opposition. The decision marks a significant shift in housing policy.
Tory energy policy in crisis as Labour gains industry backing
Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho faces mounting pressure as Labour's £28bn green investment plan gains credibility with industry leaders, leaving Conservatives scrambling for a coherent energy strategy.
Green Party's Polanski: Challenging Westminster Consensus
In a powerful conference speech, Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski declares the party's mission to disrupt the political establishment and challenge the 'failed consensus' of Westminster politics.
Voters demand Net Zero levy cut to slash energy bills
Exclusive polling reveals Conservative voters want green levies axed from energy bills, with majority support for delaying Net Zero targets to ease cost of living pressures.
Tory ministers slam Labour's energy plan as economic vandalism
Conservative ministers launch blistering attack on Labour's energy strategy, warning of blackouts and economic chaos while defending their own revised climate timeline.
Trump's renewable hostility leaves US lagging globally
Donald Trump's persistent hostility toward clean energy is creating a competitive disadvantage for the United States as other nations surge ahead in the renewable technology revolution.
Badenoch attacks net zero policies at Tory conference
Business Secretary launches astonishing attack on 'unilateral economic disarmament' through climate policies, exposing deep Cabinet divisions ahead of election.
EU and UK Clash Over Green Aviation Fuel Rules
The EU and UK are charting different courses toward net-zero aviation, creating regulatory friction and industry uncertainty as new sustainable fuel mandates take shape.
Tories pledge to scrap 'failed' climate targets
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.
Labour's migration strategy could make Britain economic superpower
As Labour confronts Britain's migration challenges, an unexpected opportunity emerges. Discover how green industrial strategy could transform immigration from political headache to economic superpower.
Matcha's Secret: Clean Energy Without Coffee Crash
Discover how matcha green tea's unique combination of L-theanine and caffeine creates sustained energy without jitters or crashes, according to nutritional experts.
UK fifth worst in Europe for green space loss
Shocking new data reveals the UK is losing precious green spaces to development at an alarming rate, ranking as Europe's fifth worst offender in urban expansion.
Reeves signals North Sea climbdown in green policy shift
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals significant climbdown on Labour's North Sea energy policy, declaring she's 'not a zealot' about green transition in move that puts her at odds with Ed Miliband.
Miliband: Billionaires undermining UK net zero
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband launches scathing attack on wealthy climate change deniers funding campaigns to undermine Britain's green energy transition and Labour's environmental policies.
Trump Vows to Eliminate Electric Vehicle Tax Credit
Former President Trump pledges to eliminate the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit if re-elected, potentially reshaping the automotive market and impacting global climate efforts.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
Renewable Investment Up 10% Despite Trump Rollback
Despite Trump's regulatory rollbacks, global renewable energy investment jumped 10% in 2025, with solar leading the charge. The US saw a 15% increase, proving clean energy's economic resilience.
Labour to adopt Green Party policies in election strategy
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.
Robbie Savage becomes Forest Green Rovers fan owner
Former Premier League midfielder Robbie Savage becomes fan owner of Forest Green Rovers, joining Dale Vince's revolutionary community ownership model at the world's greenest football club.
UN Climate Chief: Green Transition 'Unstoppable'
Exclusive: UN climate chief Simon Stiell warns that global climate progress is 'faltering' but insists the green energy transition remains unstoppable despite political headwinds.
UK Government Terminates Electric Car Grant Scheme
The UK government has abruptly terminated its plug-in car grant scheme, ending financial support for new electric vehicle purchases. This move has sent shockwaves through the automotive industry and raised questions about the country's net-zero ambitions.
UK Could Raise £2bn by Taxing SUVs Like Europe
A new study finds the UK Treasury could generate nearly £2 billion by aligning SUV taxes with stricter European policies, targeting heavy, polluting vehicles for a greener future.
Starmer Faces Business Fury Over £28bn Green Policy U-Turn
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts a dramatic business backlash after abandoning his flagship £28 billion green investment pledge, sparking accusations of creating uncertainty for UK firms.
Green Party Leader Exposed for Private Jet Hypocrisy
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.
UK to rejoin UN Green Climate Fund under Labour government
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.
Workers Quit World's Largest Renewable Park Over Abuse
Exclusive investigation reveals the human cost of India's Khavda renewable megaproject, as labourers face scorching heat, wage theft, and gruelling hours, threatening the nation's clean energy ambitions.
Brits Revolt Against Net Zero Car Ban and Taxes
A shock new poll for the Daily Mail shows plummeting public support for key Net Zero policies, with most Britons now against the ban on new petrol and diesel cars and higher taxes to fund the green agenda.
The Climate 100: UK's Top Environmental Leaders for 2024
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.
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