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Rare Floodplain Meadow Donated to Wildlife Trust for Restoration

White Mills Meadow, a rare six-hectare floodplain meadow near Northampton, has been donated to the Wildlife Trust for restoration into a wildflower-rich habitat, supporting biodiversity and reversing local wildlife decline.

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A photograph of a wildflower meadow, packed full of green grass, grass heads, yellow buttercup flowers and dark red flowers. On the horizon is a hedge, trees and the roofs of a couple of houses under a hazy sky.

Small-Town USA Faces Surge in Carbon Storage Projects Amid Environmental Concerns

Carbon storage projects are expanding rapidly in the US, sparking concern in small towns like Clymers, Indiana, over environmental risks and community impacts despite government subsidies and industry assurances.

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Triptych photo composite of industrial equipment, a woman in glasses and cap and farmland.

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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A group of children stand in a river wearing their school uniforms while carrying out water sampling using nets and trays

£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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A beaver on a river bank, holding a wooden shoot in its mouth.

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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A river runs through a lush and green area with fields on the left and a forest on the right.

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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A person in a hat stands in a misty, sunlit alley near a coffee shop

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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A aerial shot of a large basking shark through green waters on a sunny day. Its fin is above the water.

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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Two women, both holding their thumbs up, holding a carpet roll, both wearing shorts, and a purple T-shirt. The one on the left has on a high-vis jacket. A silver van is behind them and some wooden pallets.

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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As side on view of a dolphin in Strangford Lough

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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A lady with long brown hair tied back in a ponytail wearing a navy coat with GSNI written on it. She is standing beside a 'CoastSnap' poster which is pinned to a wooden post.

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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Blue and white fishing boats lined up on the left of the picture with identifying codes on them. The sea is to the right and the sun is just rising. Sailing boats can be seen in the distance.

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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Offshore oil and gas platform marked “JACKDAW 30/2a” standing on yellow support legs above the sea, with industrial equipment, pipework and a crane visible under a partly cloudy sky.

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