In a landmark decision, a leading UN court has opened the door for nations to sue each other over climate change, potentially addressing historical emissions of greenhouse gases. However, a…
Researchers are hailing a new AI tool with the potential to revolutionize our comprehension of human history. While artificial intelligence has previously aided in deciphering ancient Roman scrolls, a novel…
Australia is renowned for its natural wonders, with the Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef system, rightfully recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its vibrant biodiversity makes…
The long-awaited review of the England and Wales water sector, an area facing considerable challenges, has been officially published. The 465-page report is comprehensive, but here’s a summary of the…
Data released by the Environment Agency reveals that water companies discharged raw sewage into England’s seas and rivers for a record 3.61 million hours in 2024. While regulations permit limited…
The Environment Secretary has pledged to halve the number of sewage discharges by water companies by 2030. Speaking on the BBC’s *Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg*, Steve Reed acknowledged public anger…
Raquel Celina Rodriguez carefully navigates the Vega de Tilopozo in Chile’s Atacama salt flats. This wetland, once sustained by groundwater springs, now presents a parched landscape, its surface cracked and…
John Horsley, a member of the British Pest Control Association, experienced firsthand the nuisance these insects can cause when a wasp crawled down his shirt while he was gardening. “That…
The Environment Agency has reported a concerning 60% surge in serious pollution incidents attributed to water companies within a year. The data reveals a record high of 2,801 pollution incidents…
“`html A potentially 1.5-million-year-old ice core has arrived in the UK, where scientists are preparing to melt it and extract critical data about Earth’s past climate. This glassy cylinder, the…