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Inside Norway’s Interspecies Council Giving Nature a Voice in Governance

In Oppdal, Norway, an interspecies council brings humans representing flora and fauna together to foster nature-centric governance, aiming to balance ecological health with development through empathy and shared stewardship.

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Two men and a woman wearing ID cards on lanyards showing which species they represent are sat near each other in discussion

Environmental Impact Assessment to Review Wind Turbine Storage Plans in Moray Firth

Plans to store floating wind turbine parts in Moray Firth will undergo a full environmental impact assessment amid local opposition and ecological concerns.

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Getty Images A row of colourful beach huts at Findhorn. The colours of the little, wooden structures include white, green, red, blue and yellow. Below the huts is the beach and sea beyond. It is a sunny day with clouds int he sky.

Experts Warn UK North Sea Drilling Threatens Global Climate Goals

Experts warn UK plans to open new North Sea oil and gas fields risk undermining global climate goals and encouraging fossil fuel use in developing nations.

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A gas and condensate platform in open sea

Water and Wildlife Return to Restored Farmland Ponds in Hertfordshire-Essex

Two historic farmland ponds near Clavering have held water all summer for the first time in over a decade after restoration by Affinity Water, with wildlife including breeding smooth newts returning to the site.

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Affinity Water Jilly stands at the edge of the pond wearing black welly boots over jeans. She holds

Cairngorms National Park Bans Camp Fires and Barbecues to Prevent Wildfires

A new by-law bans camp fires and barbecues in the Cairngorms National Park until 30 September annually to reduce wildfire risks, with fines up to £500 for violations. The ban follows severe wildfire damage and extensive public consultation.

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Draeyk Van Der Horn A view across hills and countryside towards smoke rising from wildfires.

30,000 Trees Planted Early to Create Temperate Rainforest on Isle of Man

The Manx Wildlife Trust completed planting 30,000 native trees early at Creg y Cowin, aiming to restore temperate rainforest and plant 333,000 more across the Isle of Man.

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GRAHAM MAKEPEACE-WARNE A group of volunteers who plant trees stand for a photo around the final stump of tree they planted.

Stoat Removal Boosts Orkney Vole and Bird of Prey Populations

The Orkney Native Wildlife Project reports a rise in vole activity and breeding of rare birds of prey following stoat eradication efforts on the islands, highlighting the positive impact on native wildlife.

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Global Landmarks Dim Lights for Earth Hour to Raise Environmental Awareness

Global landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Sagrada Família switched off lights for Earth Hour, an event by WWF promoting environmental awareness by encouraging a 60-minute lights-out worldwide.

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Overhead view of go green poster creation with paint and gloves on natural fabric background.

Endangered Large Heath Butterfly Study Reveals Peat Bog Health Insights

Georgina Paul leads a two-year study in Wales using the endangered large heath butterfly to monitor peat bog health, vital for carbon storage and climate change mitigation. The project involves volunteers, drone mapping, and restoration efforts across key peatland sites.

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Aaron Houghton Georgina Paul smiles at the camera. She has curly dark hair and black framed glasses. She stands outdoors in a grassy, heath on a sunny day. In the top corner, a circular inset shows a close-up of a Large Heath butterfly - it is brown and orange with small black eye spots on its wings.

Government Delays New Low-Carbon Housing Rules in England Until 2028

The UK government has delayed the future homes standard until 2028, postponing stricter low-carbon housing rules. New homes will emit 75% less greenhouse gases, but gas heating remains allowed, raising concerns amid rising energy costs.

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Critical Food Insecurity Could Triple Globally if Temperatures Rise by 2C, Study Finds

A new IIED analysis reveals that if global temperatures rise by 2C, the number of countries facing critical food insecurity could triple, disproportionately impacting low-income nations and exacerbating global inequalities.

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Children help transport food rations in a wheelbarrow in Kabul

Rathlin Island Declared Ferret-Free Thanks to Woody the Detection Dog

Rathlin Island has become the first in the world to eradicate ferrets, aided by detection dog Woody. The Life Raft project’s success offers hope for seabird recovery and invasive species control globally.

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BBC A fox red Labrador is sitting on top of a picnic bench. One of his eyes has been sewn shut. His mouth is open and his tongue is sticking out. A woman has one hand on his back and the other hand on her hip. She's wearing a hat that says RSPB.