The government needs to expand subsidies for heat pumps, say its independent advisers on infrastructure. …
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Experts call for tighter limits on 'forever chemicals' in water
A group of leading scientists have said the current levels of PFAS could be damaging to…
Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution?
There are now 555 air quality monitors across the country, but some say they aren’t good…
Simon Armitage: Poet laureate on 'life-changing' visit to the Arctic
Simon Armitage says poets can convey climate change in a way that scientists and journalists can’t. …
UK's nuclear fusion site ends experiments after 40 years
The JET laboratory, the focus of European fusion experiments for decades, carries out its last test. …
UK net zero targets 'harder to achieve' after PM's speech – advisers
The UK’s climate advisers say recent changes to net zero policies make it harder to meet…
Schools and NHS caterers ‘must stop’ antibiotic overuse
Health and animal welfare campaigners say the overuse of antibiotics by UK farmers should be banned. …
Climate change could make beer taste worse
Study shows quality and quantity of hops – a crucial ingredient – are falling with hotter…
Rare 'skin eating beetle' found on Flat Holm Island
Scientists believe the species’ last stronghold is just four miles from Cardiff. Click here…
Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Horseshoe crab wins gold
A picture of a mysterious and other-worldly horseshoe crab is this year’s top wildlife image. …