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Flying elephants may seem like a storyline limited to Disney’s Dumbo. But with modern technologies aiding global #conservation initiatives, it’s becoming increasingly common to translocate major species by such means. Read Ian Packham's new piece: environmentjournal.online/headlines/is...

environmentjournal.onlineIs it ever too late to rescue our wild spaces?Flying elephants may seem like a storyline limited to Disney’s Dumbo. But with modern technologies aiding global conservation initiatives, it’s becoming increasingly common to translocate major specie...
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European fishing boats are hiding activity in the Indian Ocean, at great cost to the environment and coastal communities. @bluemarinef.bsky.social environmentjournal.online/headlines/eu...

environmentjournal.onlineEuropean fishing boats are hiding activity in the Indian OceanA damning new report has exposed deliberate attempts to mask the identity of vessels, at great cost to the environment and coastal communities.  Published by the Blue Marine Foundation and written by...
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A new analysis has found the Conservative Party’s claims about the cost of net zero have been wildly inflated due to a spreadsheet error. #energy #netzero environmentjournal.online/headlines/to...

environmentjournal.onlineTories double estimated net zero cost in spreadsheet errorThe Conservative Party’s  claims of being fiscally responsible ring less true after its ‘common sense’ Right Way policy document was found to be based on old numbers and poor use of a simple app.  Pub...
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China has published over 70 five year plans for #climate and #energy so far this year. Claims the country is a net zero saviour miss the big picture. But anyone arguing decarbonisation is futile because of Chinese emissions isn't looking properly. environmentjournal.online/headlines/th...

environmentjournal.onlineThe truth about how seriously China is now taking climate changeThe world’s second largest economy has unveiled a raft of five year plans in 2026. It’s becoming impossible to deny that Western climate policy needs to keep up.  There have long been two arguments ab...
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Globally, 2.1 billion people cannot drink safely. Britain is dealing with dangerously low reservoir levels. 2027 is predicted to be even worse. But the UK still seems unaware the world is running out of #water. environmentjournal.online/waste-recycl...

environmentjournal.onlineUK still unaware the world is running out of water2.1 billion people do not have access to safe drinking supplies. Britain is currently dealing with dangerously low reservoir and aquifer levels. 2027 is predicted to bring about more heatwaves and dro...
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Bonfire of the... environmental regulation and regulators. @conservatives.bsky.social #netzero #environment #Climate #generalelection environmentjournal.online/headlines/to...

environmentjournal.onlineTories would slash and burn Environment Agency, Natural England, net zeroEnvironmental rules around new homes and packing would also be in the wood-chipper if a party that oversaw one of the biggest ever declines in UK living standards gets its way. The Conservative Party ...
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Some of the planet’s most polluted and economically disenfranchised places are missing out on money to #airpollution. @cleanairfund.bsky.social #nepal #pakistan #myanmar #cameroon #congo #pollution #airquality environmentjournal.online/pollution/fu...

environmentjournal.onlineFunding to tackle dirty air doesn’t reach world’s poorestNew research has revealed some of the planet’s most polluted and economically disenfranchised places are missing out on money to reduce atmospheric toxicity.  Published by Clean Air Fund, the analysis...
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World leaders must turn years of promises to support vulnerable Pacific nations into concrete action on #climate change. @amnesty.org #cop31 environmentjournal.online/headlines/am...

environmentjournal.onlineAmnesty demands action on Pacific climate crisisWorld leaders must turn years of promises to support vulnerable Pacific nations into concrete action on climate change, Amnesty International has said ahead of Pre-COP31 meetings in Fiji and Tuvalu. T...
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The Society of Wildlife Artists' annual exhibition opens at Mall Galleries in London today. The people behind the brushstrokes share stories of working in the wild, and the nature that inspired them. #art #nature #environment environmentjournal.online/headlines/6-...

environmentjournal.online6 artists share stories of wildlife encounters that inspired their workAs the Society of Wildlife Artists’ annual exhibition opens, we invite the people behind the brushstrokes to recount their experiences in nature.  On Thursday 1st October, London’s historic Mall Galle...
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Contrary to free market-thinkers and trickle-down economists, corporations have shown themselves incapable of managing essential services. The new GB Grid emphasises private sector failure. Our latest long read. #EnergyPolicy @labouruk.bsky.social environmentjournal.online/headlines/bu...

environmentjournal.onlineBurnham’s publicly-owned grid firm emphasises private sector utilities failureContrary to free market-thinkers and trickle-down economists, corporations have shown themselves incapable of effectively managing essential services.  The issue of nationalising Britain’s utilities n...
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More bad news for Thames Water, as supply to 15,000 homes fail, alongside schools and businesses, due to a burst mains. 750 litres of #water was being lost per second yesterday. At a time when many areas of the UK remain in drought conditions. environmentjournal.online/waste-recycl...

environmentjournal.onlineThames Water leak knocks out supply to 15,000 homes, closes schoolsThe latest major scandal to hit the company follows widespread criticism of plans to change the board of directors to help secure a bailout. A burst water main owned by Thames Water has been leaking 7...
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Donald Trump has confirmed new rules in the US which will make cars less fuel efficient. Here's why that matters for everyone on the planet. #carbon #emissions #automobile environmentjournal.online/pollution/do...

environmentjournal.onlineDonald Trump confirms new rules to make cars less fuel efficientJust when you thought the US President couldn’t be any more negligent towards the environment. The US Department of Transportation has announced plans to reduce fuel efficiency requirements for privat...
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Not all warming is equal. A new study has mapped where and when climate change sped up. #environment #climatecrisis environmentjournal.online/headlines/no...

environmentjournal.onlineNot all warming is equal: Study maps where and when climate change sped upWhile scientists continue to debate whether the planet’s overall warming rate is accelerating, a new study takes a different approach by zooming in on the regional level to identify where warming has ...
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Drought-ravaged Britain must decentralise water treatment. Strong message here in our latest long read... direct from the Arabian Peninsula, one of the world's most water-scarce regions. #water #drought #climate environmentjournal.online/waste-recycl...

environmentjournal.onlineWaste no drop: drought ravaged Britain must decentralise water treatmentWhen looking for lessons in how to make every litre of H20 count, you could do far worse than the Arabian Peninsula’s desert states.  I don’t blame people for thinking that water scarcity is a problem...
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The Iris Awards recognise extraordinary young people taking a leadership role in climate change mitigation, ecological solutions and more. #environment #climate #youth environmentjournal.online/editors-pick...

environmentjournal.onlinePower of youth celebrated with environmental prize for 14-24-year-oldsThe Iris Awards recognise extraordinary young people taking a leadership role in climate change mitigation, ecological solutions and more.  The international award has already provided more than £925,...
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The fashion industry is linked to around 1/3 of the world’s farmland, according to a new report focused on how the environmental impact of clothing depends on how materials are produced, not just what they are made from. #fashion #climate #farming environmentjournal.online/headlines/re...

environmentjournal.onlineReport reveals fashion’s extra large impact on agricultural landThe fashion industry is linked to almost a third of the world’s farmland, according to a new report that warns the environmental impact of clothing depends as much on how materials are produced as wha...
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The Earthshot Prize is here... @earthshotprize.bsky.social #climate #environment #climatechange #climatesolutions environmentjournal.online/headlines/ea...

environmentjournal.onlineEarthshot Prize announces 15 finalists ahead of Mumbai awardsThe Earthshot Prize has announced its 15 finalists for 2026, highlighting environmental solutions from across the world as the global awards programme enters its sixth year. Founded by Prince William ...
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Good luck to attendees at the Third International Symposium on Marine Plastic Pollution in Reykjavík next month. They’re going to need it. environmentjournal.online/pollution/su...

environmentjournal.onlineSuicide capitalism looks like business as usual for the plastics industryGood luck to attendees at the Third International Symposium on Marine Plastic Pollution in Reykjavík next month. They’re going to need it.  In August 2025, Environment Journal ran an editorial which s...
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In our latest exclusive interview, we chat to a @unibirmingham.bsky.social scientist about a new #PFAS killing machine. #foreverchemicals #pollution @rsc.org environmentjournal.online/pollution/th...

environmentjournal.onlineThis machine kills forever chemicals, affordably and en massePFAS is the latest in a long line of public and environmental health panics, and a particularly insidious one. But these invisible, ‘indestructible’ toxic compounds might have met their match. Birming...
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US and Chinese scientists are urging the United Nations to introduce mandatory global #plastics reporting. Their argument: countries can't tackle #pollution without knowing how much plastic is being produced, used and thrown away. It makes sense. environmentjournal.online/pollution/sc...

environmentjournal.onlineScientists call for global plastic pollution reporting systemScientists from the US and China are urging the United Nations to introduce mandatory global reporting on plastics, arguing that countries cannot tackle pollution effectively without knowing how much ...
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The most heat-vulnerable UK cities have been revealed in a warning for town planners: "2100 isn't that far away." @metoffice.gov.uk #climate #heatwaves environmentjournal.online/headlines/mo...

environmentjournal.onlineMost heat-vulnerable UK cities revealed in warning for town plannersCollaborative research has led to a list of population centres on course to suffer most from heatwaves by the end of this century. But the problems isn’t baked in (yet). Britain is now counting the co...
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Plans to expand Heathrow Airport with a third runway are incompatible with the UK’s legally binding climate targets, according to new analysis by climate scientists. @manchester.ac.uk @tyndallcentre.bsky.social environmentjournal.online/headlines/he...

environmentjournal.onlineHeathrow expansion ‘blows hole’ in climate goalsPlans to expand Heathrow Airport with a third runway are incompatible with the UK’s legally binding climate targets, according to new analysis by climate scientists at the University of Manchester’s T...
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Antarctica’s krill fishery closed early again this year. Here’s why that matters. #ocean #antarctica #conservation #fishing @wwf.org.uk @antarcticasouth.bsky.social environmentjournal.online/headlines/an...

environmentjournal.onlineAntarctica’s krill fishery closes early again, here’s why that mattersThe industry has ceased operations ahead of schedule for a second year running, showing current management approaches don’t work and must be reformed.  According to the Scientific Committee on Antarct...
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UK #holidays are back for British holidaymakers keen to cut #carbon footprints and air travel costs. But big cities and tidal islands alike must balance the increased footfall (and revenue) with local environmental needs. We break out the scales. environmentjournal.online/headlines/at...

environmentjournal.onlineAt what cost? The battle to balance tourism and natureAs VAT reductions, the cost of living crisis and climate concerns persuade more of us to stay local for our holidays, authorities responsible for everywhere from big cities to tidal islands are having...
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The hottest summer since records began has left reservoir supplies down 18%. #drought #watershortage #heatwave #summer @metoffice.gov.uk environmentjournal.online/headlines/ho...

environmentjournal.onlineHottest summer since records began leaves reservoir supplies down 18%Water companies must commit to better planning and investment if the UK is to cope with prolonged dry spells and drought conditions in the future.  Throughout June, July and August the average tempera...
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Nepal’s Foreign Minister claims recent tragic events were caused by the environmental irresponsibility of other nations. Compensation should be paid by major emitters. #nepal #flooding #climate #floods #emissions #globalwarming environmentjournal.online/headlines/ne...

environmentjournal.onlineNepal calls for climate compensation over aidNepal’s Foreign Minister has claimed that the tragic recent events in the country have been caused by the environmental irresponsibility of other nations and has called for compensation to be paid by ...
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Many renewable and environmental projects are funded by war, the ecological crisis and global warming profiteers. We investigate the hypocrisy. #privateequity #climate #renewables #Environment environmentjournal.online/headlines/th...

environmentjournal.onlineThe price of everything: private equity and the climate crisisRenewable and environmental projects are being funded by the same investment vehicles profiteering from war, the ecological crisis and global warming. The hypocrisy is mind-blowing. Your favourite fes...
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Multi-award winning music icon Apl.de.ap sits down with us to talk about his plans to plant 1 million coconut trees across the Philippines, alongside 400 million intercropping species. #rewilding #nature #biodiversity #farming environmentjournal.online/biodiversity...

environmentjournal.onlineThe Big Interview: Black Eyed Peas’ Apl.de.ap on Philippines coconut rewildingThe multi-award winning music icon sits down with Environment Journal to talk about his plans to plant 1 million coconut trees across his Philippine homeland, alongside 400 million intercropping speci...
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Chemicals banned or restricted as long ago as the 1970s are still being detected across European ecosystems, highlighting the long-term environmental legacy of substances once widely used in consumer and industrial products. #pollution #chemicals #PFAS environmentjournal.online/pollution/ch...

environmentjournal.onlineChemicals banned 50 years ago still widely detected across EuropeChemicals banned or restricted as long ago as the 1970s are still being detected across European ecosystems, highlighting the long-term environmental legacy of substances once widely used in consumer ...
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Whether Hormuz is open or not, repercussions will be felt for many months to come — not least the 4% energy price cap rise in October. It's vital to ensure you can heat and power your home as efficiently as possible. #energy @ofgem.gov.uk environmentjournal.online/headlines/of...

environmentjournal.onlineOfgem announces 4% rise to three-year-high energy price capThe UK’s market regulator has confirmed the price of heat and power will rise again this autumn.  It’s bad news for budget-stretched households, as Ofgem announced its forthcoming energy price cap thi...
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UK zoos are focusing on spectacle over science, which is bad for the conservation of native species (and our appreciation for Britain's ecosystems). #conservation #zoos @biaza.bsky.social environmentjournal.online/headlines/uk...

environmentjournal.onlineUK zoos are focusing on spectacle over scienceBritish zoos and aquariums are falling short of their conservation missions, according to new research, with fewer than one in ten captive vertebrates native to the UK, and only a small fraction consi...
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The Tory ‘cheap power plan’ myth risks fossil fuel extension. Our latest op-ed. #energy #renewables #fossilfuels environmentjournal.online/headlines/to...

environmentjournal.onlineTory ‘cheap power plan’ myth risks fossil fuel extensionThe Conservatives have just unveiled their future energy roadmap, positioning this as a viable rival to Labour’s net zero-by-2050 policy. But are they really reading the room.  You can’t help but susp...
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Grants of between £2000 and £25,000 are now available for nature restoration projects in northwest Scotland. Resources will be distributed through the 2026/27 Highland Nature Fund (NRF) Community Grants Programme. #highlands #scotland environmentjournal.online/headlines/25...

environmentjournal.online£25,000 grants available for nature restoration in Scottish HighlandsCommunity groups, charities, public organisations and more are encouraged to apply.  Grants of between £2000 and £25,000 are now available for nature restoration projects in northwest Scotland. Resour...
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Beneath our feet lie quadrillions of fungal fibres — enough to span one-tenth of the Milky Way. The network keeps nutrients flowing through the biosphere. So what happens when it begins to fail? #mushrooms #fungus #mycelium #biodiversity environmentjournal.online/headlines/ea...

environmentjournal.onlineEarth’s mycorrhizal fungal network is unravelling as grasslands disappearThe vast underground fungal system is responsible for distributing nutrients and water, and storing carbon. But the habitats it thrives in are vanishing.  It’s hard to overstate the importance of our ...
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Southern Europe is once again battling the worst summertime symptoms of our climate emergency. We hear from experts on the ground about impacts, hopes and long term solutions. #spain #wildfires #climatechange #regenerativefarming environmentjournal.online/headlines/me...

environmentjournal.onlineMessages of hope (and regenerative farming solutions) from wildfire ravaged SpainSouthern Europe is once again battling the worst summertime symptoms of our climate emergency. We hear from experts on the ground about impacts, hopes and long term solutions.  By late-July 2026, 150,...
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A two-decade review of climate communication finds established institutions still dominate online discussion, while climate sceptics have gained disproportionate visibility. #socialmedia #communication #climate environmentjournal.online/headlines/ha...

environmentjournal.onlineHas social media democratised climate discussion? Not reallyA two-decade review of climate communication finds established institutions still dominate online discussion, while climate sceptics have gained disproportionate visibility Social media has broadened ...
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Dogs and cats will show signs of distress, birds fall silent, winds change and temperatures drop. Keep an eye on spiders, too. #solareclipse #eclipse environmentjournal.online/editors-pick...

environmentjournal.online7 ways nature will respond to this evening’s solar eclipseThe spectacular phenomena will see parts of the UK lose up to 95% of sunlight from around 6.10PM.  Today, Wednesday 13th August, is the last chance many Britons will have to see a partial solar eclips...
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Irresponsible management of our seas and oceans poses a grave threat to marine species and our society. We must overhaul our entire approach to these vital habitats, and time is running out. environmentjournal.online/editors-pick...

environmentjournal.onlineDeadliest catch: the cost of poor visibility in fisheriesIrresponsible management of our seas and oceans poses a grave threat to marine species and our society. We must overhaul our entire approach to these vital habitats, and time is running out.  Healthy ...
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The #solareclipse will see vast swathes of Europe plunge into darkness for the totality. #Energy providers are preparing for the impact on our grids. environmentjournal.online/headlines/ec...

environmentjournal.onlineEclipse dims solar power as grids prepareElectricity grid operators across Europe are preparing for a temporary drop in solar power generation during Wednesday’s solar eclipse, while UK households are being encouraged to reduce their electri...
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Climate, conflict and conservation collide at LandxSea Film Festival. We turn on and tune-in to this year's programme. @landxseafest.bsky.social #cinema #documentary #filmfestivals environmentjournal.online/headlines/cl...

environmentjournal.onlineClimate, conflict and conservation collide at LandxSea Film FestivalAn international environmental film festival that celebrates the connection between land and sea is set to return to the North East of Scotland this September, with a programme spanning rewilding poli...
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Despite what sceptics and those with vested interests say, businesses are pressing on with electrification to claw back energy security. 9-in-10 expect to be fully electrified at the point of use by 2035. #climate #energy #decarbonisation environmentjournal.online/headlines/90...

environmentjournal.online90% of British businesses expect to be ‘largely electrified’ by 2035As climate sceptics look increasingly out of tune with the reality of UK weather, the business world is doubling down on decarbonisation as cost of inactivity continues to climb. Conducted by the We M...
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Britain urgently needs infrastructure, but skills must come first. With hundreds of thousands of workers needed for major #transport and #energy projects across the country, we take a closer look at how to navigate the challenges ahead. environmentjournal.online/headlines/br...

environmentjournal.onlineBritain urgently needs infrastructure, but skills must come firstHundreds of thousands of workers are needed to drive hundreds of major transport and energy projects across the country. Making sure they’re industry ready is essential.  Across the UK, a growing numb...
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What does the Endangered Species Act 'harm rule' change mean for wildlife? We break it down. #conservation #wildlife #nature #biodiversity environmentjournal.online/headlines/en...

environmentjournal.onlineEndangered Species Act’s ‘harm’ rule: What the change means for wildlifeOn its way to becoming law in 1973, the Endangered Species Act passed the U.S. Senate without a single no vote. The rare bipartisan consensus – that species facing extinction deserved federal protecti...
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Despite the UK having slashed carbon #emissions by 50% since 1990, and overall strong support for decarbonisation, few have faith that Downing Street has a credible plan for #netzero by 2050. Andy Burnham has his work cut out on #climate matters. environmentjournal.online/headlines/an...

environmentjournal.onlineAndy Burnham must convince people government has clear net zero pathThe new Prime Minister is picking up an ineffective decarbonisation legacy, despite significant national progress on emissions.  Conducted in June, weeks before Andy Burnham became leader of the Labou...