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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.

Giant Temporary Pipe Sparks Concern at Talacre Beach in North Wales

A temporary pipe structure at Talacre beach in north Wales has sparked concern among locals. Part of the Liverpool Bay Carbon Dioxide Storage Project, the installation will be buried underground after completion in early April.

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Eni This image shows Talacre Beach, There's construction works happening in the background, The long line of structures now have a black pipe resting on top of them. There's long grass and sand around the construction site.

Conservation Faces Future Without USAID Funding but Seeks New Paths

USAID’s funding cuts under the Trump administration have jeopardized global biodiversity conservation, threatening species, habitats, and conservation workers. Despite setbacks, organizations and leaders are seeking new strategies to sustain efforts without US support.

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A line of chimpanzees wade in water towards a person in a green uniform.

Rio Families Use Banana Agroforestry to Protect Pedra Branca Urban Forest

In Rio's Pedra Branca state park, traditional banana growers use agroforestry to preserve biodiversity, sustain communities, and resist urban pressures threatening the world's largest urban forest.

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An older man holding a scythe stands amongst lush greenery with banana trees behind him.

Tal-y-bont Villagers Plant Thousands of Trees to Combat Flooding Risks

After severe flooding in 2012, Tal-y-bont villagers planted 50,000 trees to reduce future flood risks, collaborating with local farmers and organizations. Their efforts include innovative leaky dams and ongoing monitoring, supported by local government and research institutions.

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BBC Woman with long, light brown, curly hair is standing on a hillside. She's wearing a bright pink beanie hat and a dark coloured coat. She's smiling at the camera. In the background you see three people on the hillside. Two are working on creating a dam from willow stakes.

Northern Ireland Executive Approves Updated Climate Change Adaptation Plan

Northern Ireland's Executive has approved NICCAP3, a comprehensive climate adaptation plan with 280 actions from 2024-2029, addressing impacts on nature, agriculture, and infrastructure amid changing weather patterns.

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BBC A man with grey hair, glasses, wearing a waxed jacket over a shirt and tie is standing outside in front of a field and tree.

Llywodraeth Cymru i benderfynu ar gynllun hydro 600kW yn Eryri

Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi cymryd y cam o alw i mewn cynllun hydro 600kW ar Afon Cynfal, Eryri, gyda gwrthwynebiad cadwraethwyr am effaith ar Bont yr Afon Gam a Rhaeadr y Cwm.

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