Pollution Incidents Downgraded Without Visits in England
Exclusive data reveals a sharp rise in Environment Agency downgrades of serious water pollution incidents to minor, often based solely on water company evidence without on-site investigations.
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Water Firms: 1,200 Pollution Convictions, No CEO Charges
English water companies have accumulated nearly 1,200 criminal convictions for pollution offenses, but not a single chief executive has faced charges. The privatized system faces mounting criticism as sewage spills and environmental damage continue unabat
Use Your Super to Fund Renewable Energy, Not Fossil Fuels
Australians hold $4.5tn in superannuation, a massive capital pool that can shape the nation's path to net zero. Learn how to align your retirement savings with climate action and avoid funding fossil fuel expansion.
US Winters Shrink by Nine Days on Average, Data Shows
New research indicates winters are shortening in 80% of major US cities, with an average reduction of nine days since 1970, despite recent severe storms.
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Trump EPA Rolls Back Chemical Disaster Protection Rules
The Trump administration is dismantling EPA's Response Management Program that protects communities from chemical disasters, as industry claims rules are too costly to implement.
Antarctic Ice Sanctuary Stores Melting Glacier Cores
The Ice Memory Foundation has opened the first sanctuary in Antarctica to preserve ice cores from shrinking glaciers, capturing millennia of climate history before it's lost forever.
Drax Power Plant to Stop Burning Canadian Wood Pellets
The Drax power plant in North Yorkshire will halt its use of controversial Canadian wood pellets within the next year, marking a significant shift in its biomass operations.
US Opposition Threatens Global Shipping Carbon Levy
International talks to impose a carbon levy on shipping face potential collapse due to US resistance, risking climate goals and industry decarbonization efforts.
Degrowth vs. Green Growth: Climate Debate on Economics
As global GDP and carbon emissions soar, economists debate whether degrowth or green growth can save the climate. Experts from LSE and Barcelona weigh in on redefining success.
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Channel 4's 'Dirty Business' Sparks Outrage Over Pollution
A Channel 4 docudrama on river pollution has moved viewers more than the tragic play 'Hamnet', highlighting a girl's death from E. coli and igniting public anger over water quality issues.
Germany Ditches Renewable Heating Law, Climate Goals at Risk
Germany's coalition government faces accusations of abandoning climate targets after agreeing to scrap key parts of a renewable heating law, allowing homes to rely on fossil fuels instead.
Trump's State of the Union Sparks Climate Debate
Former President Donald Trump's State of the Union address has ignited intense discussions on climate change policies, with critics and supporters clashing over his environmental stance.
Scotland's Climate Plan Criticized for Unrealistic Tech Dependence
Scotland has cut emissions by 51.3% since 1990, but the UK Climate Change Committee warns its future plans are unrealistic, relying too heavily on unproved technologies like carbon capture.
New Zealand's Plan to Abolish Environment Ministry Stirs Debate
New Zealand's government has announced a controversial plan to abolish its standalone Environment Ministry, merging its functions into other departments. This move, aimed at streamlining governance, has sparked intense debate over environmental protection
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Trump Climate Repeal Triggers Oil Lawsuits
Former President Donald Trump's move to repeal climate endangerment rules has ignited a wave of lawsuits from the oil industry, raising concerns about environmental impacts and legal precedents.
Joe Kennedy, Environmental Pioneer, Dies at 78
Joe Kennedy, a leading environmentalist known for his decades of activism and advocacy for sustainable policies, has passed away at the age of 78. His work spanned climate action, biodiversity, and public health initiatives.
Supreme Court Hears Climate Lawsuit Against Exxon, Suncor
The US Supreme Court will hear arguments in Boulder's climate lawsuit against ExxonMobil and Suncor, potentially impacting dozens of similar cases nationwide.
UK Food System Vulnerable to Riots from Single Shock, Experts Warn
Top food experts warn the UK's fragile food system could tip into civil unrest or riots from one major shock like extreme weather, cyber-attacks, or conflict due to climate, poverty, and supply chain issues.
Spring Heatwave Hits Europe, US Faces Nor'easter Blizzards
South-western France could reach 25°C this week, while Boston faces up to 50cm of snow from a powerful Nor'easter storm. Europe's early spring contrasts sharply with US cold snap.
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Monsoon Low Threatens Year's Rain in Week Across Australia
A lingering monsoon low could deliver a year's worth of rain in just one week to parts of inland South Australia, Queensland, and New South Wales, with severe weather warnings issued for multiple regions.
Nobel Laureate's Machine Harvests Water from Dry Air
Professor Omar Yaghi's innovative device uses ambient thermal energy to produce up to 1,000 litres of clean water daily, offering a sustainable solution for drought-prone Caribbean islands.
Europe Floods Worsen as Climate Denial Grows Louder
Deadly floods across Western Europe reveal climate crisis impacts while political voices push back against environmental regulations, creating a dangerous disconnect.
Trump EPA Rolls Back Mercury Limits for Coal Plants
The Trump administration announces plans to weaken mercury and air toxics standards for power plants, claiming economic benefits while environmental groups warn of severe public health consequences.
Geoengineering: Risky Techno-Fix or Climate Crisis Tool?
Experts debate geoengineering as a potential solution to climate change, highlighting risks like unintended consequences and ethical dilemmas, while some argue it could complement emissions cuts.
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Australia's Heatwave and Bushfires Worsen Climate Crisis
Australia faces severe heatwaves and bushfires, highlighting the urgent climate crisis linked to fossil fuel dependence and calling for immediate action.
Wind Farm 'Blockers' vs Government in Wales: Who Will Win?
In Wales, organized campaigners oppose new onshore wind projects, fearing ecological damage and cultural loss, while the government pushes for clean energy targets. Polls show majority support, but local resistance grows ahead of elections.
Guardian Reporter Tests Future Heatwave in Climate Chamber
Guardian Australia's Graham Readfearn steps into a University of Sydney climate chamber simulating extreme heat and humidity to experience the effects of future heatwaves firsthand.
Inside the Extreme Heat Lab: Simulating Climate Future
Journalist Graham Readfearn enters a thermal chamber to experience heatwaves predicted for 2°C warming. Scientists reveal how extreme heat overwhelms the body and why every heat-related death is preventable.
Merz and Meloni's Deregulation Threatens EU Green Deal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are forming a powerful alliance to weaken EU environmental regulations, risking Europe's climate leadership and economic future.
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UK Weekend Weather: 16°C Highs After Rainy Weeks
The UK is set for milder weather this weekend with temperatures reaching 16°C, as recent yellow warnings expire. Forecasters warn of icy conditions in Wales before improvement.
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