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02 04 2022 | 10:49

First solar canal project is a win for water, energy, air and climate in California

Mounting evidence suggests the western United States is now in its worst megadrought in at least 1,200 years. Groundwater supplies are being overpumped in many places, and the dryness, wildfires and…

02 04 2022 | 10:48

Offshore wind pipeline surges to 86 gigawatts, boosting UK’s energy independence

New research published today by Renewable UK shows the UK’s total pipeline of offshore wind projects now stands at 86GW – more than eight times our current operational capacity. The pipeline…

02 04 2022 | 10:47

War in Ukraine is compounding a hunger crisis in East Africa, charities warn

War in Ukraine is compounding a hunger crisis across East Africa as drought grips the region and food prices soar, aid agencies have warned. The Horn of Africa is facing one of its most severe…

02 04 2022 | 10:41

Smoke from Australia wildfires destroyed healing ozone layer

Smoke from major wildfires destroys the ozone layer, a study has warned.

02 04 2022 | 10:41

UK Research and Innovation report outlines key priorities for climate change adaptation

A new report concludes that speedy and collaborative action is key to adapting to climate change. The report summarises the findings of an international events series hosted by UK Research and…

02 04 2022 | 10:40

Push for new UK nuclear plants lacks facility for toxic waste, say experts

UK only in early stages of finding permanent site for underground storage of hazardous spent fuel. As Boris Johnson prepares a new push for nuclear power, the £131bn problem of how to safely dispose…

02 04 2022 | 10:39

Give free power to people living near wind farms, minister suggests

Energy bills for people living near onshore wind farms could be slashed under new reforms, according to a cabinet minister. Education secretary Nadhim Zahawi also suggested he supports more onshore…

02 04 2022 | 10:35

Wealthy countries still haven’t met their $100 billion pledge to help poor countries face climate change, and the risks are rising

After another year of record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather disasters, wealthy countries are under pressure to make good on their commitment to mobilize 

02 04 2022 | 10:34

Ten times more electric car charge points by 2030, government says

The government said Friday it will help businesses to roll out 300,000 public electric car charge points by 2030, the equivalent of almost five times the number of fuel pumps on our roads today. The…

02 04 2022 | 10:30

The Guardian view on record-breaking Arctic temperatures: do look up

A heatwave in the Arctic and the collapse of the Conger ice shelf in East Antarctica bring warnings that climate breakdown could be accelerating. There are signs of melting at weather stations near…

02 04 2022 | 10:28

Labour MP to share stage with Nigel Farage at anti-climate action rally

A Labour MP is to share a stage with Nigel Farage at the launch of a campaign against action on climate change. Graham Stringer, who also campaigned for Brexit with the former Ukip leader, is billed…

02 04 2022 | 10:03

‘Climate smart’ policies could increase southern Africa’s crops by up to 500%

The climate crisis is threatening food stocks in sub-Saharan Africa, but a comprehensive approach to food, farming and resources could increase crop production by more than 500% in some countries in…

02 04 2022 | 09:59

Marvel Superhero Takes on Climate Change, Environmental Justice

Superhero Marisol Rios de la Luz will take on climate change, political corruption, and the myriad social injustices stemming from the two in the upcoming installment of the La Borinqueña graphic…

02 04 2022 | 09:48

Virtual conferences exclude most African women – how can we be heard?

At the UN headquarters in New York, ministers, activists, feminists and advocates are meeting to discuss gender equality and women’s rights. But the annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) –…

02 04 2022 | 09:42

Ryanair announces plan to become carbon neutral by 2050

Ryanair has announced its decarbonisation strategy – Pathway to Net Zero, developed to reduce its carbon emissions and the impact of its operations on the environment. This strategy outlines four…

02 04 2022 | 09:27

2 giant blobs in Earth's mantle may explain Africa's weird geology

A massive blob of material under Africa could be contributing to that continent's upheaval. Deep within Earth's mantle, there are two giant blobs. One sits under Africa, while the other is almost…

02 04 2022 | 09:24

Plastic pollution is a global problem – here’s how to design an effective treaty to curb it

Plastic pollution is accumulating worldwide, on land and in the oceans. According to one widely cited estimate, by 2025, 100 million to 250 million metric tons of plastic waste could enter the ocean…

02 04 2022 | 09:19

Research finds 9 out of 10 SMEs don’t know business carbon emissions

NatWest Group research has revealed that 87% of UK SMEs are unaware of their business’s total carbon emissions, despite good intentions - with almost half (45%) of UK SMEs recognising it is important…

02 04 2022 | 09:18

How wild animals can help control the climate crisis

Rewilding planet by carefully encouraging wolves, wildebeest and whales could help control carbon emissions.

02 04 2022 | 09:18

Acid rain: Causes, effects and solutions

Acid rain, or acid deposition, is a broad term that includes any form of precipitation that contains acidic components, such as sulfuric acid or nitric acid. The precipitation is not necessarily wet…