Pipeline operator faces record fine after oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico
Regulators say the 2023 spill off Louisiana could have been far smaller if risks had been addressed sooner.Read More
Smoke damage may risk exposure to carcinogens even after wildfires are extinguished, warns study
Residents who return to their homes following wildfires may be unknowingly exposing themselves to harmful chemicals.Read More
How microplastics are chipping away at Earth’s ‘natural shield’ against climate change
Microplastics are interfering with the ocean’s role in regulating Earth’s temperature, researchers warn.Read More
A rare whale is having an encouraging season for births. Scientists warn it might still go extinct
Stronger laws are needed to protect the endangered whales, experts urge,Read More
A ‘fossil-fuelled war’: Trump’s plans to ‘exploit’ Venezuela’s oil reserves sparks climate backlash
Trump says he will bring in large US companies to fix Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, despite growing calls to end fossil fuels.Read More
How the oceans’ coral reefs could be the secret weapon to tackle food insecurity around the world
Overfishing and global warming are depleting food from our oceans, but rebuilding reef life could help provide millions of meals every year.Read More
Millions of Christmas trees will end up in landfill this year. Here’s what to do with them instead
Christmas trees can take years to break down when thrown into landfill, but there are some more eco-friendly ways of ending the festivity.Read More
A ‘visible signal’ of climate extremes:. Why unexpected wildflower blooms have sparked concern
Experts warn that the slightest increase in temperatures can trigger early blooming in hundreds of wildflower species.Read More
South Korea to stop breeding bears to extract their bile – but hundreds are still trapped in pens
South Korea officials have confirmed that the controversial bear bile farming industry will come to an end as part of an animal welfare drive.Read More
Wind is now one of the world’s biggest electricity sources. So why are we switching turbines off?
Wind power has surged across Europe, sparking concern that billions are being wasted due to “insufficient” grid investment.Read More