Colorado Rare May Snowstorm: Denver Hit by Spring Snow
Colorado experienced its largest May snowstorm in 23 years, with Denver seeing 10-15cm of snow. Meanwhile, extreme rainfall in South Africa's Eastern Cape caused flooding and evacuations.
Category : Environment
Community Solar Park Adds Battery Storage via Crowdfunding
Ray Valley Solar in Oxfordshire, powering 7,000 homes, launches crowdfunding for a community-owned battery to store solar energy for evening peak demand, boosting local green projects.
4 Expert-Backed Ways to Reduce Car Use in Cities
Clean air, safer streets, and a stable climate are reasons to reduce car dependence. Experts propose expanding public transport, sharing road space, focusing on suburbs, and understanding driving motivations.
Hiker Killed by Bear in Glacier National Park, First Since 1998
A hiker was found dead in Glacier National Park from wounds consistent with a bear attack, the first fatal incident since 1998. Authorities are investigating.
NSW Records Second-Driest April Amid El Niño Threat
New South Wales recorded its second-driest April on record, with only 13% of average rainfall. Experts warn of continued dry conditions as El Niño likely develops, raising concerns for farmers and bushfire risk.
New Park to Open on Thames Super Sewer in Chelsea
Cremorne Wharf in Chelsea Riverside will be transformed into a public park with seating, planting, trees, artwork, and play areas, opening daily from 7.30am until dusk.
Mississippi Tornadoes Damage 500 Homes, 17 Injured
At least three tornadoes struck Mississippi, damaging nearly 500 homes and injuring 17 people. No deaths reported. Governor calls for prayers as recovery efforts begin.
New Zealand's Braided Rivers: Tame or Let Flow?
New Zealand's braided rivers face challenges from farming and flood control, raising questions about how to protect these unique ecosystems while ensuring community safety.
100 Years of David Attenborough: Centenary of Nature
Celebrating Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, this podcast explores how his work reflects a century of change in nature, climate crisis, and biodiversity.
Remembering Lillian Watts, Who Saved Inkpen Common
A tribute to Lillian Watts, who preserved Inkpen Common from development. Her legacy lives on in the wildlife and landscape she fought to protect.
Big Cities Get More Drizzle Than Rural Areas
New research reveals that large cities experience significantly more drizzle than nearby rural areas due to urban heat islands and pollution, impacting local weather patterns.
Polar Blast Brings Snow to Australia’s Southeast
A polar blast brings snow to low levels in Victoria and NSW, boosting ski resorts. Temperatures drop to -5.4C overnight.
Moore Park Golf to Become Sydney Parklands
The Moore Park golf course in Sydney will be converted into a vast public parkland, offering green spaces, walking trails, and recreational areas for the community.
Gasfield Approved Near Twelve Apostles
The Victorian government approves the Otway Basin gasfield project near the Twelve Apostles, sparking environmental concerns over its impact on tourism and ecosystems.
Looksmaxxing Trend Leads to Florida Alligator Attack
A Florida man was injured by an alligator while attempting to improve his clavicle appearance through looksmaxxing, a controversial body modification trend.
Hantavirus Outbreak: Transmission, Risks, and Containment
Three people died from hantavirus on a cruise ship from Argentina to Cape Verde. WHO reports seven cases, probing rare human-to-human transmission. Expert explains virus origins and containment.
Hundreds Rescued from Appalling California Sanctuary
Over 400 animals, including horses and cats, rescued from Villa Chardonnay sanctuary in Julian, California, amid severe neglect and bankruptcy.
Sanctions on Trump's Oligarchs for Ecocide Are Overdue
The Trump administration's ecological destruction rivals war crimes. Europe must sanction the oil and tech billionaires enabling this ecocide, just as it did Russian oligarchs.
Gibraltar Dumps All Raw Sewage into Mediterranean
Gibraltar discharges untreated sewage from nearly 40,000 people into the Mediterranean, lacking a wastewater treatment plant, causing pollution and health risks.
Climate Models Underestimate Storm Track Shifts
A new study reveals climate models fail to capture shifts in wind patterns like the jet stream, making rainfall predictions inaccurate and leading to deadly floods like Valencia's.
Alaska Mega Tsunami Warns Cruise Ships of Glacier Retreat Risks
A 481-metre tsunami in Alaska's Tracy Arm fjord, triggered by a climate-linked rockslide, narrowly missed cruise ships. Scientists warn of increasing landslide-tsunami risks as glaciers retreat.
UK to Launch 20p Deposit Return Scheme for Bottles and Cans in 2027
The UK will introduce a deposit return scheme in October 2027, adding a 20p refundable deposit on single-use bottles and cans to boost recycling and reduce litter.
Green Transition: Politicians Must Speed Up Renewables
The Guardian argues that despite political divisions, the energy crisis offers a chance to accelerate the shift to wind and solar, with support from households and businesses.
Norwegian Fish Farms Pollute Fjords Like Sewage of Millions
Norwegian fish farms release nutrient pollution equivalent to raw sewage of 17-30 million people annually, threatening fjords with algal blooms and oxygen depletion.
Santa Marta Talks: End of Fossil Fuels?
Fifty-seven nations met in Santa Marta, Colombia, for a landmark climate meeting aimed at ending the fossil fuel era. Can optimism translate into action?
Butterfly Haven: Orange Tips and Holly Blues in Dorset
Warm weather brings a burst of butterfly activity to Powerstock Common, with brimstones, orange-tips, holly blues, and speckled woods delighting visitors.
Palmate Newts Found in Derbyshire Pond
A Derbyshire resident discovers palmate newts in his pond, likely present for a decade. The find highlights the hidden wonders of nature.
Climate Activists Push Working-Class Climate Agenda
Climate and Community Institute proposes 'green economic populism' to counter claims that climate policy is politically toxic, aiming to lower household bills.
Uncontained Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Arizona
A massive uncontained wildfire is sweeping through rural Arizona, burning hundreds of hectares and threatening local communities. Firefighters battle extreme conditions.
Graham Findlay: Environmentalist Dies at 78
Graham Findlay, a leading environmentalist who campaigned for clean air and green spaces, has died aged 78. His work influenced policy and inspired generations.
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