Restoring salt marshes on the Steart Peninsula offers a groundbreaking solution to flood management, while also delivering unexpected benefits for wildlife, carbon capture, and local communities.
Britain to finally turn its back on coal with the Ratcliffe shutdown
Britain’s closure of its last coal plant marks a historic moment as the birthplace of coal-powered industry turns toward a greener future powered by renewables.
Can the rising cost of chocolate help cocoa producers go green?
The cocoa industry faces a critical juncture as it grapples with climate change, requiring a shift towards sustainable farming practices to secure its future and support millions of farmers worldwide.
A wind of change: UK sets ambitious targets with new renewable projects
The UK’s latest renewable energy auction has set a new record, securing 9.6GW of capacity across wind, solar, and tidal projects, as the country accelerates towards its net-zero target by 2030.
A landmark UK decision could reshape climate litigation around the world
A recent UK court ruling requiring consideration of all emissions from fossil fuel projects could set a global precedent, influencing future approvals and shaping international climate litigation.
The eyes of Yellowstone, an enduring legacy in a warming wilderness
Sustainability// Hidden Stories SeriesThe eyes of Yellowstone, an enduring legacy in a warming wildernessDecember 19, 2023Situated in Canyon Village near the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone National Park, Steven Fuller holds a unique position. Known as the “winterkeeper,” he oversees the maintenance of this critical area through the bustling summer months and the solitude of winter.During these long, cold months, …
From fast to forward-thinking: Fashion’s pivotal shift towards sustainability
Sustainability// Hidden Stories SeriesFrom fast to forward-thinking: Fashion’s pivotal shift towards sustainabilityNovember 2, 2023We’re living in a time where clothing production has surged to unprecedented levels—and it has no sign of slowing.Whether we’re frugal consumers, closet shopaholics, or avid lovers of a sale, to some degree we are all contributors to the turbulent world of fashion. What’s regularly under-reported however, …
The unseen impact of climate change on UK coastal communities
Sustainability// Hidden Stories SeriesThe unseen impact of climate change on UK coastal communitiesOctober 26, 2023When you close your eyes and picture a quintessential UK coastal town, chances are you see a vibrant row of houses, sun-kissed sandy beaches, clear blue skies, and the timeless pleasures of fish and chips and ice cream.For those of us who don’t live near our …
Air-source heat pumps could be about to retrofit Europe
Sustainability// Hidden Stories SeriesAir-source heat pumps could be about to retrofit EuropeOctober 23, 2023In many homes across Europe, nestled amidst kitchen essentials or hidden away in utility rooms and cupboards, gas and oil boilers have been long-time sentinels of comfort.At their naissance, they heralded a new era—ushering central heating and instantaneous hot baths into homes, obviating the laborious coal shovelling …
Ecuador’s rejection of Amazon oil drilling sparks a new era for biodiversity and indigenous rights
Sustainability// Hidden Stories SeriesEcuador’s rejection of Amazon oil drilling sparks a new era for biodiversity and indigenous rightsAugust 23, 2023In a resounding defiance of conventional priorities, Ecuadorians have delivered a potent message by rejecting oil drilling in the heart of the Amazon.This groundbreaking decision carries profound implications, forcing the state oil company to halt operations in a region where endangered …