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Penderfyniad ar gynllun ynni hydro ym Mro Ffestiniog yn cael ei ddisgwyl

Disgwylir i Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri benderfynu ar gynllun trydan dŵr 600-cilowat ym Mro Ffestiniog ar gyfer 700 o gartrefi, ar ôl dwy flynedd o drafod a bron i 1,600 o wrthwynebiadau gan grwpiau amgylcheddol a chymunedau lleol.

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Bwriad y datblygiad yn ardal Rhaeadr y Cwm yw defnyddio grym afon Cynfal ger Llan Ffestiniog

Survey Reveals 50% More Ancient Woodland in Hertfordshire Than Previously Recorded

New digital mapping reveals 50% more ancient woodland in Hertfordshire, aiding conservation efforts and protecting rare species like bluebells and herb Paris.

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Balls Wood, showing lots of woodland trees, brown leaves on the ground, green leaves on the trees and a wooden bridge over a stream.

UK Heat Pump Installations Slow Amid Government Support Cuts, Warns Climate Watchdog

UK heat pump installations grew just 7% last year after government support cuts, raising concerns over climate targets. Meanwhile, electric vehicle sales surge amid rising fuel prices and ongoing policy debates.

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A black heat pump against a white breezeblock wall, a man stands to the right in brown jeans, blue shirt and a hi vis jacket holding a clipboard. He has a brown beard and the top of his head is cropped in the image

UK Faces Record Heatwaves: Is the Nation Ready for Rising Summer Temperatures?

The UK is experiencing record heatwaves with temperatures reaching 37C, raising concerns about preparedness for hotter summers driven by climate change. Experts warn of rising temperatures, infrastructure risks, and call for urgent government action.

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A young girl in a pink top with brown hair walks along a street carrying a portable black fan, whilst looking down at her phone in a clear case.

UK Issues Rare Red Heat Warnings as Europe Faces Deadly Heatwave

Europe faces a deadly heatwave with the UK issuing rare red warnings and France holding crisis talks after multiple heat-related deaths. Climate change drives rising global heat stress, impacting millions.

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A person holds a fan in Toulouse, southern France, amid the European heatwave

Hull's 'Right to Grow' Initiative Sparks Wildflower Revival

Hull's 'right to grow' initiative, launched in September 2023, enables communities to cultivate wildflowers and food on unused council land, revitalizing green spaces and benefiting wildlife and mental health.

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BBC/Sally Fairfax A man in a black T-shirt is smiling as he stands in front of a large patch of wild flowers - mostly ox-eye daisies - on a sunny day. Behind the patch is a brown wooden fence and the back of a house.

Special Buoys Installed to Protect Sensitive Seagrass Habitats in Looe Bay

Looe Harbour Commissioners and the Ocean Conservation Trust have installed special buoys and advanced mooring systems to protect sensitive seagrass habitats in Looe Bay, part of a wider effort to conserve vital marine ecosystems and reduce seabed damage.

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Ocean Conservation Trust/PA Wire The long snouted seahorse is a rare seahorse whose numbers declined the destruction of seagrass habitat.
It is a small dark black coloured seahorse with light brown spines and is on white sand beside green grass.

Protected Seabed in Summer Isles Shows Early Recovery After Illegal Fishing

Early recovery signs appear on a protected seabed damaged by illegal fishing in Scotland's Summer Isles. Conservationists urge faster marine protection, while fishing leaders call for balanced regulation.

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Open Seas A large circle of raised sand around a hole with shells and rocks surrounding it.

UK Faces Record-Breaking June Heat with Rare Red Warnings Issued

The UK is set to break its June temperature record with highs over 35°C and rare red heat warnings issued for parts of England and Wales, signaling severe health and infrastructure risks.

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A person shielding from the Sun under an umbrella with the Houses of Parliament in the background

Met Office Extends Amber Heat Warning to Four Days with Temperatures Up to 38C

The Met Office has extended an amber extreme heat warning across England and Wales until Thursday, with temperatures possibly reaching 38C. The heatwave poses health risks, disrupts routines, and pressures infrastructure amid high pollen and UV levels.

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Two women walking through a street, with metal barriers to the right of them, wearing white trousers and vest tops - they both have sunglasses on

Bradford Council Plans to Expand Tree Cover and Green Spaces to 17%

Bradford Council aims to increase tree canopy cover to 17%, create more nature reserves, and expand green spaces to enhance biodiversity and habitat restoration.

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Bradford Council A rock face with moorland and a few trees

South-West London’s Hedgehog Highway Supports Vulnerable Urban Wildlife

A community initiative in south-west London, known as the hedgehog highway, helps vulnerable hedgehogs navigate urban barriers, supporting their survival amid significant population declines.

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BBC Hedgehog drinking from a shallow dish on a wooden deck, with dense green foliage behind.