Biodiversity
‘Fundamental change’ to nature-harming industries needed, UN report warns
The global study on tackling the nature crisis also warns that people need to reconnect with nature and that financial systems must be reformed.
From rain gardens to using AI, gardening trends set to be big in 2025
Native species, changing climate-tolerant plants and alternative home-grown produce could take centre stage, experts predict.
Much of England’s nature continues to decline, official figures show
Annual biodiversity indicators show the Government has just ‘one shot’ at meeting legal target to reverse declines in wildlife, conservationists warn.
Campaigners present ‘vision of hope’ for Scotland to become rewilding nation
Scottish Rewilding Alliance said the country can ‘lead the movement for global change’.
UK pledges £239m to forest-rich nations to fight climate change at Cop29
The money will go to countries like Colombia and Indonesia to support vital global ‘carbon sinks’.
Chris Packham - ‘Northern Ireland is pretty under-rated for its wildlife’
David Roy chats to high-profile TV presenter, environmentalist and self-described ‘biodiversity fiend’ Chris Packham, who will be in conversation at Our Stories in Belfast this week...
Campaigners call for ‘Domesday’ survey of nature efforts by large landowners
Moves to require large landowners to report on their action to care for nature would help meet legal environmental goals, conservationists argue.
Tree cathedral planted as war memorial restored after ash dieback devastation
Whipsnade Tree Cathedral’s ‘cloister wall’ ash trees have been felled and replaced with resilient wild service trees.
William meets young conservationists on Table Mountain viewpoint visit
The Prince of Wales took in the sights of Cape Town when he hiked partway up Signal Hill, and discussed the importance of biodiversity.
England ‘seen as world leading on nature-friendly farming at Cop16’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering a £100 million cut to funding for nature-friendly farming in Wednesday’s Budget.