Kingston Council rejects plastic cemetery decorations ban
Kingston Council has rejected a petition signed by over 1,200 people to enforce a ban on plastic decorations at Kingston Cemetery, opting for an educational approach instead.
Category : Environmental Campaigns
Heath Hands CEO Steps Down After 11 Years
Colin Houston steps down as Heath Hands CEO after 11.5 years, reflecting on achievements and launching new youth eco initiatives.
London's hidden river pollution: citizen scientists uncover sewage
Citizen scientists found 88 polluting outfalls across London rivers, with the Brent as hotspot, prompting alerts to Thames Water and calls for action.
Carshalton church locks gates over antisocial behaviour
All Saints Church in Carshalton has temporarily locked two entrances after police requested action over drug use and aggressive behaviour near the historic site.
Sewage fears 'army base' vibes: Will Sutton's nature reserve ever open?
Beddington Farmlands, a Hyde Park-sized wildlife site in Hackbridge, remains closed to the public as restoration is delayed to 2029, sparking protests and concerns over environmental changes.
UN adopts new map showing Africa's true size
The UN passed a Togo-led resolution to replace the Mercator map with the Equal Earth projection, revealing Africa's true scale and challenging perceptions of global power.
Cumberbatch: Nature can be monetised to be protected
Benedict Cumberbatch's new documentary 'How to Live on Earth' proposes monetising living nature as a financial model to protect ecosystems, launching on YouTube this month.
Weigh-and-pay shops tackle South Africa's 'poverty tax'
Gcwalisa's six container shops in Johannesburg's Alexandra township let customers buy food by weight, tackling food insecurity and the 'poverty tax' affecting millions.
Croydon fly-tipping data skewed by prolific reporters
Bensham Manor saw 8,774 fly-tip reports in 2026, but council says a few prolific users inflate figures; only one fine issued.
Sutton waste site: 5-year battle over green belt operations
South East Tree Care faces enforcement over alleged green belt breaches in Wallington, but appeals and legal challenges have delayed action for five years.
California bans addictive social media features for minors
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation banning infinite scroll and autoplay for users under 16, plus AI chatbot safeguards.
Burnham's North Sea Oil Plan: Political Risk, Minimal Gain
Labour's Andy Burnham faces backlash over North Sea drilling approvals, risking political capital for minimal economic gain, as climate and diplomatic costs loom.
Victoria's koala population half of previous estimates
A Victorian government report, delayed over 12 months, reveals koala populations are half previous estimates, with 43% of sampled koalas euthanised due to poor health.
NSW Greens MP urges federal colleagues to back koala park carbon plan
NSW Greens MP Sue Higginson urges federal colleagues not to back a Nationals motion blocking carbon credits for a koala park, citing forest protection benefits.
Hawaii emergency as Hurricane Lowell nears islands
Hawaii declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell approaches, with first impacts expected Monday; storm is third to threaten state in weeks.
Sydney's hottest spring start since 1858 as fire ban declared
Sydney is set to hit 33C in its warmest start to spring since 1858, while snow is forecast in southern NSW. A total fire ban is in place for greater Sydney due to extreme fire danger.
Trump order targets gray wolf protections
Trump signed an executive order Friday directing the interior department to consider de-listing gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act, giving Secretary Doug Burgum three months to decide.
Australian ski resorts close early after record heat, El Niño
Major Australian ski resorts are closing up to a month early after a record-hot winter with limited snowfall, blaming El Niño and climate change.
Australia's New Environment Agency Approves First Coal Mine
Australia's new environmental protection agency approved its first coal project: an extension of the Saraji mine in Queensland, allowing coal digging until 2055, angering climate groups.
Nepal Glacier Collapse: Silence on Climate Change Is Wrong
A glacier collapsed in Nepal, but some say now is not the time to discuss climate change. First Dog on the Moon challenges this view, urging immediate action.
Country diary: Rain transforms parched Berkshire landscape
After a summer of drought, rain in Berkshire changes the land's colour and scent, from yellow ochre to moorland brown with sheep urine aroma.
Why UK Communities Resist AI Datacentres
AI datacentres face widespread local opposition due to noise, environmental costs, and profits flowing to US firms. In London's Brick Lane, residents resist a 5,200-sq metre government-backed facility, citing quality-of-life and sovereignty concerns.
Racist slurs target Australians missing in Nepal floods
Racist social media comments target Australians missing in Nepal-Tibet floods, prompting calls for platform accountability and compassion as the death toll reaches 810.
Plaskett Fire Doubles Overnight in Big Sur, California
The Plaskett fire in Big Sur, California, doubled overnight to over 5,900 acres, forcing evacuations, while the Timber fire remains at 21% containment.
NY Diaspora Mourns Himalayan Flood Victims
New York's Nepali and Tibetan communities grieve and mobilize aid after a Himalayan glacier collapse kills over 600 and leaves thousands missing, highlighting climate injustice.
Nurdle Hunt: Whitley Bay Beach Clean-Up After Tyne Spill
Volunteers in Whitley Bay clear nurdles from the Tyne spill; a family finds 70 in 30 minutes, highlighting the scale of the disaster.
Trump admin reportedly seeks to gift Yosemite land to developer
The Trump administration is reportedly pushing to give a quarter-mile parcel of Yosemite to Nevada-based Kingsbarn Realty Capital, sparking outrage among park advocates.
Louisiana's first recreational alligator hunt in 50 years
Louisiana will issue up to 5,000 tags for its first recreational alligator hunt since 1962, as the state's alligator population has recovered to an estimated 3 million.
Nepal Floods: Climate Inaction Costs Lives and Livelihoods
A devastating flash flood in Nepal and Tibet killed hundreds, highlighting the urgent need for climate action and loss and damage finance, says policy expert Sunil Acharya.
Nepali diaspora mourns Nepal floods, raises funds
As Nepal's flood death toll hits 469, Australia's Nepali community plans vigils and fundraises for relief, with 39 Australians missing.
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