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Economic growth no longer linked to carbon emissions in most of the world, study finds
Economic growth no longer linked to carbon emissions in most of the world, study finds
Analysis marking 10 years since Paris climate agreement underscores effectiveness of strong government policies
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Economic growth no longer linked to carbon emissions in most of the world, study finds
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Global heating and other human activity are making Asia’s floods more lethal
Global heating and other human activity are making Asia’s floods more lethal
Much improved response systems are struggling to cope with ever more powerful and destructive storms
www.theguardian.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Global heating and other human activity are making Asia’s floods more lethal
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Fly-tippers dump ‘mountain’ of waste in Oxfordshire field
Fly-tippers dump ‘mountain’ of waste in Oxfordshire field
Area’s MP says it would cost more than local council’s annual budget to remove the 10-metre high pile of waste
www.theguardian.com
November 15, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Fly-tippers dump ‘mountain’ of waste in Oxfordshire field
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Fears for elephant seals as bird flu kills half of population in South Atlantic
Fears for elephant seals as bird flu kills half of population in South Atlantic
Study estimates 53,000 females have died on South Georgia since 2023, with ‘dramatic impact’ on future of the species
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Fears for elephant seals as bird flu kills half of population in South Atlantic
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Yet another reason AI makes me 😡 https://www.bayjournal.com/news/energy/how-could-artificial-intelligence-impact-air-quality/article_17e5e5ad-e0d4-4b7e-a968-b561fd908f54.html
How could artificial intelligence impact air quality?
This series explores the impacts of data centers on water supply, energy use and air quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Data centers house the computer systems that enable internet
www.bayjournal.com
October 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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In Southeast Asia, heavy pollution is suppressing rainfall over land while intensifying it over the ocean.
When Pollution Spikes in Southeast Asia, Rainfall Shifts from Land to Sea
e360.yale.edu
October 17, 2025 at 1:12 PM
In Southeast Asia, heavy pollution is suppressing rainfall over land while intensifying it over the ocean.
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‘Dismal’ health of world’s forests is threat to humanity, report warns
‘Dismal’ health of world’s forests is threat to humanity, report warns
Financial institutions pouring money into land clearance and undermining efforts to stop destruction, says Climate Focus
www.theguardian.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:04 PM
‘Dismal’ health of world’s forests is threat to humanity, report warns
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Thousands take legal action over ‘widespread pollution’ of three UK rivers
Thousands take legal action over ‘widespread pollution’ of three UK rivers
Environmental group seeks damages from Welsh Water and two chicken producers, alleging responsibility for pollution in Wye, Lugg and Usk
www.theguardian.com
October 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Thousands take legal action over ‘widespread pollution’ of three UK rivers
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Revealed: Europe losing 600 football pitches of nature and crop land a day
Revealed: Europe losing 600 football pitches of nature and crop land a day
Investigation shows extent of green land lost across UK and mainland Europe to development from 2018 to 2023
www.theguardian.com
October 1, 2025 at 6:03 AM
Revealed: Europe losing 600 football pitches of nature and crop land a day
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Yet another basking shark falls victim to Ireland polluted waters with lethal discarded nets thrown away without a thought for the wildlife that suffer and die
September 24, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Yet another basking shark falls victim to Ireland polluted waters with lethal discarded nets thrown away without a thought for the wildlife that suffer and die
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Let's go Baltimore! 👏 A new plan aims to grow 5 million oysters in 5 years—twice as many as before. https://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-oyster-partnership-new-goal-oyster-growth-harbor/65902495
New goal set to grow 5M oysters in Baltimore harbor over 5 years
The Baltimore Harbor is about to take oyster restoration to a new level with a goal to grow 5 million oysters over the next five years.
www.wbaltv.com
September 14, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Let's go Baltimore! 👏 A new plan aims to grow 5 million oysters in 5 years—twice as many as before. https://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-oyster-partnership-new-goal-oyster-growth-harbor/65902495
The Potomac is doing a little better—but it’s still not safe to swim everywhere. Rain brings pollution like sewage into the water. Riverkeepers test weekly to track changes. https://www.wusa9.com/article/tech/science/environment/potomac-river-health-update/65-1ad85b5d-02b3-4f10-9948-48ea1a03244b
Potomac River shows gradual progress, but ongoing risks
The Potomac River is swimmable in some places on some days, and cleaner than before, but pollution remains a factor.
www.wusa9.com
September 10, 2025 at 1:43 AM
🌊VA’s next governor faces environmental challenges—CBF urges bold action to protect our communities, support farmers, restore waterways, & stop pollution at its source. https://www.cbf.org/about-cbf/locations/virginia/issues/five-critical-actions-virginias-elected-officials-can-take-for-the-bay.html
Five Actions Virginia’s Leaders Must Take for the Bay
Virginia’s gubernatorial and House of Delegates elections are fast approaching. We need to ensure our elected officials are committed to Virginia’s rivers, streams, and Bay.
www.cbf.org
September 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM