Time is running out for realistic climate commitments, CCC progress report warns
Despite UK emissions falling to nearly 50% of their 1990 levels during the 2020 lockdown, the journey to Net Zero is far from half...
Longer lorries could be rolled out to cut emissions on Britain’s roads next year,...
Longer goods vehicles could become a permanent fixture on Britain’s roads as early as next year, the government has announced.
This comes as the Department...
Brand new species of carbon-cutting hardwood trees to be planted in the UK
Carbon Plantations Ltd, a new business backed by Aether Energy Ltd, has received regulatory approval from the Forestry Commission for what is described as...
‘Climate crisis has never been treated as crisis’ scientists and activists tell EU leaders...
Hundreds of scientists, thousands of activists and famous environmentalists including Greta Thunberg have signed an open letter that has been sent out to EU...
Air pollution ‘significantly reduces’ pollination by confusing butterflies and bees, research says
Common air pollutants from both urban and rural environments may be reducing the pollinating abilities of insects by preventing them from sniffing out the...
Highest levels of microplastics found in molluscs, new study says
Mussels, oysters and scallops have the highest levels of microplastic contamination among seafood, a new study reveals.
The study, led by researchers at the joint...
The window of opportunity to limit global warming to 1.5°C is closing, new report...
Without immediate and deep emissions reductions across all sectors, limiting global warming to 1.5°C is beyond reach.
However, there is increasing evidence of climate action,...
Scottish Government responds to Climate Assembly recommendations
The Scottish Government has set out how it is embracing the findings of Scotland’s Climate Assembly to help shape the country’s approach to net...
2,500 plants could be used for fuel or bioenergy but only six crops generate...
There are 2,500 identified plants that could be used for fuel or bioenergy but only six crops generate 80% of global industrial biofuel, a...
Environment Bill resumes passage through Parliament
The Environment Bill returned to Parliament today after a pause due to the coronavirus outbreak.
The Bill sets out a vision to allow UK's environment...
