The incredible journey of an intrepid otter
It's not quite swimming the Channel. But it's still quite a feat. An otter has risked facing storm-force gales and the strong currents of the North Sea to make the three-mile journey to reach Brownsman, one of the Farne Islands, off Northumberland.
Local carbon lead rejected
The government has rejected recommendations from MPs for councils to lead the way in cutting carbon emissions.
Market slowdown delays start of construction at Northstowe
The start date for building eco-town exemplar Northstowe has been delayed by a year to the end of 2010.
An all-party parliamentary group launched
An all-party parliamentary group has been launched to tackle key infrastructure issues such as energy security, flood prevention and transport development.
Green energy export potential flagged for offshore supergrid
A North Sea supergrid to export surplus renewable electricity from Scotland would benefit all Europe, the first minister has claimed.
Climate chief takes firm line on carbon
The chairman of the government's climate change committee has warned ministers that they will face an uphill struggle to change recommended carbon targets.
Wind link bid wins backing
EDF Energy Renewables has moved a step closer to building a 30-turbine wind farm in the North East.
Biodiversity work funded
DEFRA has announced a £1 million cash injection for the local recording of wildlife across England.
Stansted flight rise heads to High Court
Campaigners have lodged an appeal with the High Court challenging the government's approval of an extra ten million passengers a year at Stansted Airport.
Walkway win angers group
Campaigners have condemned North Somerset Council's decision to allow Bristol Airport's plans for a walkway to proceed without a full planning application.
Runway fight cash pledged
London mayor Boris Johnson has pledged an initial £15,000 towards legal action against the government if it approves a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
Balfour Beatty wins wind farm contract
Balfour Beatty will help to connect two wind farms with substations in a £20 million deal with Scottish Power.
Start building new atomic stations, says British Energy
New atomic stations need to be built immediately, the chief of British Gas has said.
Companies urged to seize low-carbon energy opportunities
Businesses in the UK energy sector have been urged to make the most of opportunities in the low-carbon industry which could be worth $3 trillion (£1.97 trillion) in 2050, according to UK Energy Excellence.
Water mills could be revived for green energy
Water mills are being converted and used to produce renewable energy, according to a newspaper.
Wind mast plans get go-ahead
A huge weather mast is to be erected in Suffolk to monitor whether the area is suitable for a wind farm.
Eneco Wind UK buys Tullo wind farm
Eneco Wind UK has acquired a wind farm in Aberdeenshire.
Green energy 'roadmap' unveiled
The European Union has been provided with a 'map' which will help it to achieve its green energy goals.
Sea Level Rise Alters Chesapeake Bay's Salinity
While global-warming-induced coastal flooding moves populations inland, the changes in sea level will affect the salinity of estuaries, which influences aquatic life, fishing and recreation.
European energy sector 'continuous environmental threat', warns EEA
Despite improved efficiency in electricity and heat production and a cleaner energy mix, the power sector still produces 80% of European greenhouse gases, putting significant strain on the climate, a new European Environment Agency (EEA) study shows.
Coal power plan for nuclear site
A new coal-burning power plant is being planned for the site of Hunterston nuclear power station.
Europe joins international contest for Arctic's resources
Europe took a step yesterday towards joining the scramble for the Arctic's vast mineral riches that are being opened up by global warming, declaring for the first time that the resources could help stem anxiety about Europe's energy security.
From the Kremlin to Caracas, how oil collapse changes everything
RussiaRussia is lurching towards a major economic crisis, experts predicted yesterday, following news that the price of oil had slumped to under $50 (£33.
Expert view: An ill wind for renewables?
The falling gas price could hit investment in expensive renewable energy projects, said Cameron Hepburn, an environmental economist at Oxford University - but that outcome is not certain.
Obituary: Sir Bernard Feilden
Obituary: Distinguished and prolific conservation architect whose work had global significance
Country diary: Tetbury
I little anticipated the memories that would be stirred by my recent reference to the economic migrants who came annually from the outer isles of Scotland to replenish the thin budgets which crofting provided, even when it was supported by the tweed looms of the Hebrides or the Fair Isle knitting of Shetland.
Finding a solution to soil's carbon problem
If you'd told me a week ago that I would spend two days listening to people talk about soil carbon sequestration (and be gripped by it!) I would have laughed in your face.
Video: Bird migration over Mexico
Winter in Veracruz is the time when 4.5 million birds of prey begin their annual migration, the largest in the world, watched by enthusiasts and conservationists
Deep green: environment news quiz
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Europe takes first step towards minerals Arctic policy to protect energy security
Guardian: Europe today moved to join the scramble for the vast mineral riches of the Arctic being opened up by global warming, declaring for the first time that the region's resources could help stem anxiety about Europe's energy security. In what it described as "a first step towards an EU Arctic policy", the European commission issued a paper spelling out Europe's interests in the Arctic's energy resources, fisheries, new shipping routes, security concerns, and environmental ...
Germany's 'Sun King' makes bid for Opel cars
Guardian: Frank Asbeck knows how to attract publicity.
Slow progress on ocean protection
Two year after pledging to protect 10% of the oceans, governments have protected less than 1%, a survey finds.
EU reaches deal on farm reforms
EU ministers agree to reform farm policy by moving more subsidies away from production and liberalising the dairy market.
How untidy gardens could be key to saving the house sparrow
Unkempt gardens could be the key to saving one of the nation's best-known birds, as paving, decking and and removal of trees contribute to their decline.
Indonesia To Plant 100 Million Trees This Year
JAKARTA - Indonesia, which has been losing forests at a rapid pace in recent years, plans to plant 100 million trees across the country this year in an effort to limit deforestation, a forestry official said on Wednesday.
US, Indonesia Link Up On Forest Carbon Credits
SINGAPORE - California and two other US states signed a pact late on Tuesday with Indonesia's Aceh province that could see forest carbon credits from Aceh accepted into US emissions trading schemes.
Slow progress on ocean protection
Two year after pledging to protect 10% of the oceans, governments have protected less than 1%, a survey finds.
British Carbon Sale To Swell Government Revenues
LONDON - The British government will take hefty revenues from its first carbon emissions permit auction on Wednesday rather than earmark the money for consumers or the climate it aims to protect, analysts and lobby groups said.
UK Law's Passage Arouses Dispute Over Green Energy
LONDON - A move approved by Britain's lower house, to expand a price support plan for households making green energy to larger renewables projects, could undermine a vital existing scheme, big energy producers said.
U.S. House panel backs Waxman as energy chairman
A champion in the fight against global warming narrowly beat a defender of the U.S. auto industry on Wednesday in a preliminary battle to head the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee.
Nike, Starbucks Calling For New US Climate Policy
LOS ANGELES - Nike Inc, Starbucks Corp and investor coalition Ceres are among the founding members of a new coalition calling for strong US climate and energy legislation in early 2009.
California bent on rebuilding despite wildfire risk
Twice in the span of a month, wildfires have ravaged the same northeast corner of greater Los Angeles, destroying hundreds of homes and the good life offered by California's scenic beauty at the city's edge.
Coal power plan for nuclear site
A new coal-burning power plant is being planned for the site of Hunterston nuclear power station.
Green ally to head US energy panel
US Congressman Henry Waxman, seen as a keen backer of measures to tackle global warming, is to chair the House of Representatives energy committee.
Africa, Europe seek to harmonise climate-change demands: Algeria
(ALGIERS ) - Africa seeks a common position with the European Union going into climate-change negotiations next year, Algeria's environment minister said Thursday following pan-African agreement.
Polish PM to meet Britain's Brown on EU climate package
(WARSAW ) - Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk will meet his British counterpart Gordon Brown on Monday in London for talks on the EU's planned climate package and the global financial crisis, a Tusk aide said.
Global warming could lead to more Arctic energy
The Arctic offers new energy and fishing resources as a result of global warming and new technology, the European Union said on Thursday.
Africa, Europe 'seeking to harmonise climate-change demands'
Africa seeks a common position with the European Union going into climate-change negotiations next year, Algeria's environment minister said Thursday following pan-African agreement.
Malaria and dengue the sting in climate change
Southeast Asia and South Pacific island nations face a growing threat from malaria and dengue fever as climate change spreads mosquitoes that carry the diseases and climate-change refugees start to migrate.
Canada Wants North American Cap-And-Trade System
OTTAWA - Canada's Conservative government said on Wednesday that it would work to develop a North America-wide cap-and-trade system to limit emissions of greenhouse gases.
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