West Midlands Launches £100,000 Fund for Eco-Friendly Community Projects
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for community groups, with a separate fund for young people aged 15-24.
Climate & Environment News
Indonesia Forest Fires Disrupt Flights Amid Intensifying El Niño
Thick smoke from widespread blazes has reduced visibility and is impacting neighboring countries.
Indonesia's Biomass Boom Fuels Deforestation, Threatening Forests and Indigenous Lands
A surge in wood pellet and chip production for export, primarily to Japan, is driving a new wave of forest clearing, according to environmental analysis.
Summer Heatwaves and Fires Highlight Climate Change Impact in Midlands
An unusually varied weather year, from relentless rain to drought and heatwaves, has made climate change a tangible reality for many in the UK's Midlands.
Restored Wetland Becomes Crucial Haven for Rare Black-Necked Grebes
A former dredging site in Cheshire, UK, has been transformed into the country's largest colony for a rare breeding bird.
Electric Vehicles Power Africa's Energy Transition in Maasai Mara
Rangers and conservationists in Kenya's Maasai Mara are adopting solar-powered electric motorcycles and vehicles to reduce fuel costs, noise pollution, and their environmental impact.
UK Residents Protest Massive Solar Farm, Citing Environmental and Aesthetic Concerns
Plans for one of the UK's largest solar projects have sparked opposition from villagers concerned about the loss of countryside and potential 'glint and glare'.
Australia Must Ban New Petrol and Diesel Car Sales by 2035 to Meet Climate Goals, Report States
A new report outlines a pathway for Australia to achieve its Paris Agreement commitments, including phasing out coal power and accelerating renewable energy investment.
Himalayan Glaciers Melting at Accelerated Rate, Report Warns
Accelerated melting of Himalayan glaciers poses significant risks to India's water supply, economy, and communities, according to a new report.