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Dedham Pupils Raise Alarm Over Pollution Threatening River Stour

Dedham pupils, with a local charity, tested River Stour water and found pollution threatening this beauty spot. They aim to raise awareness and seek action to protect the river's future.

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£1.28m Grant Boosts Wildlife Conservation in Kent

Kent Wildlife Trust receives £1.28m grant to support conservation of beavers, rare butterflies, and birds, enhancing habitats along the River Stour and ancient woodlands near Canterbury.

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RSPB Acquires 96-Hectare Carmarthenshire Land to Reconnect Key Habitats

RSPB has acquired 96 hectares in Carmarthenshire to reconnect fragmented habitats, enhancing ecosystems and supporting rare species like hen harriers and pied flycatchers.

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Debunking 13 Common Myths About Heatwaves and Climate Change

This article addresses 13 common myths about heatwaves and climate change, providing expert insights from Prof Ed Hawkins to clarify misconceptions and highlight the human impact on global warming.

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New Study Explores Basking Shark Behavior in Manx Waters Amid Rising Sightings

The Manx Shark Foundation, established by Gemma Scotts and Tom Morgan, investigates rising basking shark sightings in Manx waters, aiming to understand their behavior and support conservation of endangered species.

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Volunteers Save 34 Tonnes of Food and a Carpet from British Grand Prix Waste

Volunteers from Roade and Towcester's Community Larders saved 34 tonnes of food from the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, distributing it to around 3,000 people through pop-up shops and rescuing additional items like a carpet.

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Dolphins Squiggle and Squashy Thrive in Strangford Lough Ecosystem

Since March 2023, dolphins Squiggle and Squashy have become vital to Strangford Lough's ecosystem and tourism, benefiting local wildlife and eco-tourism while highlighting the area's protected status.

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Beachgoers Use Smartphones to Help Scientists Track Coastal Changes

Beach visitors at Tyrella Beach use smartphones to take photos for CoastSnap, aiding scientists in tracking coastal changes and understanding climate impacts through a global citizen science project.

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UK Faces 'Extreme' Marine Heatwave Threatening Marine Life and Fisheries

An 'extreme' marine heatwave is forecasted to impact parts of the UK, threatening marine habitats and fisheries due to rising sea temperatures and shifts in marine species.

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Jackdaw Gas Field Emissions Deemed Insignificant for Climate Change Impact

Adura's updated report states the Jackdaw gas field's emissions will have a negligible impact on global warming, following a court ruling requiring a detailed climate assessment.

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Data Centre Developers Commit to Transparency in Environmental Plans

Developers of a £2bn data centre in southern Scotland have submitted environmental impact plans, pledging transparency amid local opposition and community concerns.

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UK Faces Extreme Marine Heatwave Amid Record Global Sea Temperatures

UK waters face an extreme marine heatwave amid record global sea temperatures, raising concerns over marine species' survival and ecosystem changes.

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