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What is a ULEZ and is it a ‘silver bullet’ for air pollution?

These zones have been controversial and new research shows they might not be as effective as other methods for improving air quality.

Earth News

Which country is making electric car chargers compulsory in buildings?

Around 145,000 new charging points per year will be created under the new legislation.

Climate

Portugal becomes the fourth EU country to stop using coal

The country's power production has gone coal-free nine years before the deadline.

World News

Euroviews. The jury will be out on COP26 for some time | View

"The commitments question is key to assessing COP26. Too early to make the call, Greta."

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Climate

Where do all the words and numbers we heard at COP26 leave us?

For the first time in a UN climate agreement, all four drafts of the Pact – including the final version – contained a statement on fossil fuels. Unfortunately, this final statement was heavily watered down.

Ecotech

Sustainable fuel may not be as green as airlines are claiming

BA flew London-New York on a sustainable flight. But how green was it in reality?

World News

Euroviews. Where next on COP26? Here are some ways forward | View

The climate goals set at COP26 were ambitious. But through new coalitions and 'carbon border adjustments' they aren't out of reach in Europe or elsewhere, explain the European University Institute's Jos Delbeke and Peter Vis

Ecotech

Would you pay €2 million to board this nuclear-powered superyacht?

The new superyacht, called Earth 300, will be free for scientists hoping to clean up our oceans and combat climate change.

Ecotech

What is being done right now to make flying greener?

In partnership with Airbus

By speaking to experts and industry leaders, we cut through the jargon to break down what practical steps are being taken to reduce the CO2 emissions of aircraft.

Earth News

Local councils trusted more than world leaders on climate, poll finds

A new poll reveals UK citizens trust local councils more than world leaders when it comes to tackling the root causes of climate change.

Nature

Caterpillars are secretly making climate change worse, study says

These leaf-guzzling animals are driving up carbon emissions in the atmosphere.

Ecotech

Sunlight mixed with air could create the greenest airplane fuel yet

After two years in development, scientists have confirmed that the fuel is “stable and reliable”.

Earth News

We need to cut the ‘paralysing' jargon when it comes to climate change

According to new research, over three-quarters of UK residents don’t understand what ‘net zero’ means.

Earth News

Global carbon emissions return to near pre-pandemic levels, says study

Carbon emissions all over the world are going back to 2019 levels after dropping by 5.4% during the pandemic.

Earth News

These countries are forcing banks to reveal their climate impact

A new law will force New Zealand banks to detail the environmental risk in their business practices.

Ecotech

Will Bitcoin survive without a shift to renewable energy?

Concerns about the cryptocurrency's energy consumption have arisen after a big investment from Tesla.

Climate

What is the 'carbon budget', latest term coming out of COP26 talks?

"Carbon budgets" is the latest term coming out of COP26 talks in Glasgow, and many wonders who set them and what role they play in fighting climate change.

Climate

Don't blame the climate crisis on India and China, campaigners urge

The UK’s historic emissions per capita are 20 times higher than India’s, campaigners point out after Modi's 2070 net zero pledge.

Conscious Travel

This slow travel company will plant a tree while you take a trip

Pass it on to a friend: Byway's unique referral scheme aims to help rewild the Scottish Highlands while you go on an adventure.

Earth News

Would you drink green whisky?

Whisky makers in Scotland are finding innovative ways to reduce their carbon footprint and tackle climate change.