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Oil Company Pays £6.1m for Ecological Damage After Major Spill

Perenco has been ordered to pay £6.1m to address ecological damage after a major oil spill at Poole Harbour in March 2023, funding clean-up, surveys, and local conservation projects.

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Environment Agency An oil spill can be seen in the water near the marsh land.

Beaver Caught Twice in Monitoring Trap Due to Love of Parsnips

A beaver at Wallington was caught twice by National Trust rangers monitoring their health, attracted by parsnips. The family includes nine beavers, with kits microchipped for identification. The mother has given birth twice since 2023.

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National Trust A brown beaver swimming in a water. Its fur is matted and wet with water. Green plants hang down from the river bank.

Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Project Sparks Environmental Concerns for Penguins

Namibia plans a major green hydrogen project to boost its economy but faces environmental concerns over impacts on unique desert flora and endangered African penguins.

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Getty Images A close-up of two African penguins looking away from each other in Namibia

Toronto’s Massive Snow Mountains Pose Environmental Risks Amid Winter Cleanup

Toronto's towering snow mountains, formed rapidly from recent storms, contain toxic road salt and pollutants, posing serious environmental risks to aquatic ecosystems despite efforts to balance public safety and ecological health.

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Yellow power shovels at a snow dumping area

Toxic Chemicals from Pet Flea Treatments Found at Harmful Levels in Welsh Rivers

Toxic chemicals from pet flea treatments are widespread in Welsh rivers, harming aquatic life. Research reveals contamination via wastewater and sewer misconnections, prompting revised veterinary advice on flea treatment use.

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Getty Images A woman holding a sandy coloured dog administers a dose of parasite treatment to the back of his neck

Winter Weather Returns to UK with Snow and Gales This Week

The UK will experience a return to colder temperatures this week, with snow possible in northern regions and gales expected over Scotland during the weekend. Variable weather is likely to continue throughout March.

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Bright yellow daffodils bow under a fresh dusting of snow

Rising Whale Strandings Demand More Volunteers for UK Rescues

UK faces rising whale strandings, prompting BDMLR to recruit more volunteers for rescue efforts. Training includes realistic simulations to safely refloat whales, dolphins, and seals amid increasing incidents.

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BBC A man is smiling towards camera he's wearing a blue short sleeved T.shirt. He's kneeling behind a blow up dolphin. The dolphin is closer to the camera. It's grey with a cream flank. It's resting on sand. A large harbour wall is in the background and you can see blue sky in the right top corner of the photo.

How Can Britain Truly Protect Its Environment Amid Green Infrastructure Challenges?

Environmental laws in Britain often hinder green infrastructure projects and fail to protect nature effectively. Redirecting funds to habitat restoration could yield better conservation outcomes amid urgent climate challenges.

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Campaigners Urge Stronger Legal Protection for England’s Rare Chalk Streams

Environmental campaigners urge stronger legal protection for England's rare chalk streams, highlighting their unique ecological value and calling for inclusion in the National Planning Policy Framework. Government and water companies pledge significant restoration investments.

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Ancient Hedge Laying Revives Biodiversity at Blagdon Lake

Bristol Water uses ancient hedge laying at Blagdon Lake to restore habitats, promoting wildlife diversity and supporting endangered species over a two-year project.

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Bristol Water Two workers in orange high-vis clothing are laying branches on the ground near a field.

Norfolk Wildlife Trust Acquires Land to Establish New Nature Reserve

Norfolk Wildlife Trust, celebrating 100 years, has acquired 336 acres near Foxley Wood to create a new nature reserve, supported by a £3.8m grant, aiming to restore habitats and connect wildlife.

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Shaun Whitmore/BBC Eliot Lyne standing on the Cley Marshes nature reserve. He has short brown hair and is wearing glasses. He is wearing a green top and white shirt. There are plants and shrubs behind him, which are out of focus.

Scientists Uncover Unique Marine Life and Coral Reefs in Caribbean Depths

Scientists exploring Britain's Caribbean territories discovered unique marine species, pristine coral reefs, and uncharted underwater features, highlighting urgent conservation needs.

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