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Climate change: Europe's record heat in 2020 was 'concerning'
Temperatures in Europe in 2020 broke the previous high mark by a worrying margin say scientists. …
Climate change: Consumer 'confusion' threatens net zero homes plan
Plans to decarbonise homes are too complicated and confusing, say consumer and industry groups. …
Madagascar on the brink of climate change-induced famine
The country is on the brink of experiencing the world’s first “climate change famine”, the UN…
Consultation begins on beaver reintroductions
The UK government is seeking people’s views on whether beavers should return to England’s rivers. …
Could this solar farm be a climate change solution?
UN experts say rapid innovative solutions are needed to end our dependency on fossil fuels. Could…
Virgin Hyperloop unveils new pod concept video
The high-speed evacuated-tube transportation company reveals its plans for passenger pods Click here for…
Pulsar discoverer awarded Royal Society's highest prize
Astrophysicist Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell is only the second woman to be awarded the Copley Medal. …
From earrings to tiles – what you can do with plastic waste
How people around the world are recycling plastic waste themselves and turning it into cool stuff. …
Climate change: Europe's extreme rains made more likely by humans
Heavy rainfall that led to deadly floods in Germany and Belgium was influenced by human induced…