Why climate change is taking lamb off the menu this Easter 7/4/2026

New analysis by Zero Carbon Analytics for the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) found that successive climate shocks since 2022 have pushed lamb prices in the UK up by between seven and 21 per cent each time. ...more

From early birds to emerging butterflies: UK shows signs of earliest spring on record 7/4/2026

Citizen science data reveals early flowering, nesting and insect activity as global heating accelerate seasonal change. ...more

US agencies to monitor drinking water for microplastics, pharmaceuticals 3/4/2026

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday announced ‌that they will monitor the impact of microplastics and pharmaceuticals on drinking water, the first step toward assessing their health risks and shaping new policies. ...more

Britain's greenhouse gas emissions fell 2% last year 3/4/2026

Britain's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 2% last year, provisional government data showed on Thursday, as ‌emissions from industry fell. ...more

The dark side of the balloon boom – is it time they were banned? 3/4/2026

From balloon arches at parties to mass balloon releases at funerals, these bits of floating rubber and plastic can have disastrous effects on wildlife. As some retailers are refusing to sell them, here are some alternatives. ...more

Solar saved Europe €3bn in fossil fuel imports in March: Which country is leading the way? 2/4/2026

A new analysis found that Europe’s solar capabilities could save the continent €67.5 billion by the end of the year if gas prices remain high. ...more

Canada aims to double areas protected from development by 2030 2/4/2026

Canada aims to double the size of lands and water that are protected from development by 2030 ‌as part of a new C$3.8 billion nature strategy, Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Tuesday. ...more

UK’s smallest bird of prey among 200 species at risk of extinction, study finds 2/4/2026

Merlin could disappear in worst-case scenario, with British isles facing ecological ‘point of no return’. ...more

Near-700 GW Surge in 2025 Proves Renewable Energy Resilience 2/4/2026

2025 marks another record for installed global capacity, signaling countries to strengthen energy security with domestic renewable sources. ...more

EU resists French request to pause carbon border tax on fertilisers 1/4/2026

The European Commission again resisted a request on Monday by France and other countries to suspend the EU’s CO2 emissions levy on imported fertilisers, which the governments said would help farmers struggling with high ‌prices. ...more