'Ice bumps' reveal history of Antarctic melting 29/2/2024

Scientists say they now have a better idea of exactly where and when the margin of Antarctica started melting.Scientists say they now have a better idea of exactly where and when the margin of Antarctica started melting. ...more

Microplastics found in every human placenta tested in study 29/2/2024

Microplastics have been found in every human placenta tested in a study, leaving the researchers worried about the potential health impacts on developing foetuses. ...more

Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi Launches an Odorous Gas Monitoring Network 28/2/2024

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the ‘Abu Dhabi Odorous Gases Monitoring Network’ as part of a drive to improve environmental protection, reduce nuisance and improve citizens’ and residents’ quality of life. The project is aligned with the UAE’s environmental vision of sustainable development and pollution prevention. ...more

Moroccan solar plans hampered by dispute over technology 28/2/2024

A dispute over concentrated solar power (CSP) technology is behind years of delays to Morocco's biggest planned solar project after problems at another prominent plant that caused long shut downs, three sources close to the project said. ...more

EU Parliament passes nature law despite political backlash 28/2/2024

The European Parliament approved a flagship law to restore nature on Tuesday, salvaging at least part of EU plans to protect the environment after farmers' protests ignited a backlash. ...more

EU lawmakers approve tougher bloc-wide penalties for environmental crime 28/2/2024

The European Parliament on Tuesday approved tougher penalties for environmental crimes such as illegal timber trade, with offences punishable by up to 10 years in prison and company directors prosecuted for corporate wrongdoing. ...more

Rhino poaching in South Africa increases in 2023 28/2/2024

South Africa recorded 499 rhinos poached in 2023, 51 more than the previous year, despite efforts to protect the animals, the government said on Tuesday. ...more

What is the UN Environment Assembly and why does it matter? 27/2/2024

Every two years, all 193 UN Member States have an opportunity to collectively address critical environmental issues facing the planet. This moment is the United Nations Environment Assembly, or UNEA, the sixth edition of which will be held from 26 February to 1 March, in Nairobi, Kenya. ...more

EU carbon border tax will do little to cut emissions, ADB study says 27/2/2024

A European Union plan to impose tariffs on high-carbon imports could hurt developing countries in Asia but is unlikely to lead to big reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said in a report published on Monday. ...more

London insect farm hatches plan for greener way to feed animals 27/2/2024

Buzzing underneath a set of railway arches in central London are hundreds of thousands of little flies, showcasing insect-farming technology that could help fight climate change. ...more