HS2: Next phase of controversial rail network gets green light

Legislation needed to clear the next stage of the controversial project has passed through Parliament. …

Toxic air puts six million at risk of lung damage

Six million people aged over 65 in England are at high risk of lung damage, a…

Pablo Escobar: Why scientists want to kill Colombia's hippos

Illegally brought to Colombia by drug baron Pablo Escobar, the animals have become a major headache. …

Ozone layer 'rescued' from CFC damage

A steady downward trend in ozone-depleting chemicals in the atmosphere has resumed after a dangerous uptick,…

Bitcoin consumes 'more electricity than Argentina'

The rising value of Bitcoin leads to ever-higher energy consumption, researchers say. Click here…

Whitehaven coal mine plan to be re-examined by council

Councillors will reconsider the planning application in the light of climate change advice. Click…

Coronavirus: Bat virus hunters find new evidence

Experts say coronaviruses related to Sars-CoV-2 may be found in bats across many parts of Asia. …

Climate change: New targets to eliminate Wales' gases

Changes could mean replacing gas boilers in homes and finding new ways to make steel without…

Whale threats from fishing gear 'underestimated'

Blue whales may be at a bigger risk than previously thought of getting entangled in fishing…

Bolivia investigates death of 35 condors

The birds were found dead in southern Bolivia and there are fears they may have died…