This year’s winter storms could prove a disaster for UK puffins

The situation is even more dire across the Channel, with the death toll significantly higher in France and Spain. These southern European coastlines serve as crucial wintering grounds for many…

Lincolnshire County Councillors scrap 2050 carbon neutral target.

In a move that has ignited significant debate and drawn sharp criticism from environmental groups, Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) has formally abandoned its ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality by…

The Global Story – The new race to the Moon – BBC Sounds

The United States, through NASA’s ambitious Artemis program, stands at the forefront of this renewed endeavor. Building upon the foundational legacy of the Apollo missions, Artemis aims not merely to…

Emperor Penguins moult to survive, but scientists fear it may now be killing them

Each year, Emperor penguins undertake what is known as a "catastrophic moult," a physiological imperative where they must replace their old, worn-out plumage with a new, pristine, and entirely waterproof…

Glass deposit scheme ‘risks £300m fraud’, industry warns.

Plans by the Welsh government to incorporate glass into its Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) have ignited a fierce backlash from a broad coalition of industry leaders, who warn the move…

Targets and watchdog for nature as Senedd passes new law

A landmark piece of legislation designed to fundamentally reverse the alarming decline of wildlife and significantly bolster nature protection across Wales has successfully navigated its final stages in the Senedd,…

In pictures: Worm Moon captured over Northern Ireland

The celestial spectacle of the Worm Moon, marking the first full moon of spring, graced the skies over Northern Ireland on the evenings of Monday, March 25th, and Tuesday, March…

Gloucestershire businesses encourage others to prioritise planet

The B Corp certification is not merely a label; it represents a comprehensive framework that evaluates a company’s entire social and environmental impact. This includes everything from supply chain and…

New Scottish Dark Sky Observatory plans in Galloway approved

The journey to this approval has been a challenging one, rooted in a tragic event. On 23 January 2021, the original Scottish Dark Sky Observatory, located near Dalmellington in East…

Wild spaces for butterflies to be created in Glasgow

The project’s strategic vision extends beyond mere habitat creation; it actively seeks to foster a robust network of citizen environmentalists. Plans are firmly in place to recruit a minimum of…