World's tallest wooden wind turbine starts turning 29/12/2023

What is made from the same wood as a Christmas tree, held together by glue and manufactured in a Swedish factory for assembly later? ...more

Recycling electrical goods could be done at kerbside and drop-off points in shops 29/12/2023

Kerbside collections for small electrical goods such as toasters and hairdryers could be rolled out across the UK from 2026 under government proposals to boost recycling. ...more

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi Completes First Atmospheric Research Expedition in the Arabian Gulf 28/12/2023

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced that it has successfully completed the first ever Atmospheric Research Expedition in the Arabian Gulf onboard its state-of-the-art marine research vessel - Jaywun. ...more

Grey areas of going green: The environmental impact of ‘eco-friendly’ alternatives 28/12/2023

In a world increasingly conscious of environmental sustainability, numerous products have been marketed as “eco-friendly” alternatives to more harmful ones. ...more

Climate change: Seasonal shifts causing 'chaos' for UK nature 28/12/2023

The loss of predictable weather patterns is "causing chaos" for nature, according to the National Trust. ...more

Buildings kill a billion US birds a year. These architects want to save them 28/12/2023

Chicago’s 82-story Aqua Tower appears to flutter with the wind. Its unusual, undulating facade has made it one of the most unique features of Chicago’s skyline, distinct from the many right-angled glass towers that surround it. ...more

Study compares environmental impact of using banknotes to driving a car 28/12/2023

The average person's use of banknotes in the EU every year has a similar environmental impact to driving a car for 8km. ...more

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi Discovers Eight New to Science Invertebrate Species 27/12/2023

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced the discovery of eight ‘new to science’ invertebrate species, which were scientifically confirmed earlier this year. ...more

Middle East temperature surge may be overestimated, report suggests 27/12/2023

Temperature increases over the Arabian Peninsula prompted by climate change may not be as steep as some forecasts, a study shows. ...more

AI Forecasts Microplastics' Impact on Soil Properties 27/12/2023

Plastic waste and its buildup in nature has become a major environmental concern in recent times. While plastic pollution in the oceans is undoubtedly a concern, the presence of plastics in soils around the world is also known to cause severe environmental and health issues. As plastics fragment into smaller pieces known as microplastics (MPs) in the soil through natural and anthropogenic processes, they drastically alter soil properties. Moreover, they are also absorbed by plants, potentially entering human food chain and causing health complications. ...more