The UK’s largest undeveloped oil field has exposed the full scale of its environmental footprint, if it gains government approval. Developers of the Rosebank oil field confirmed that nearly 250 million tonnes of planet-warming gases could be released from the use of its oil products. This would vary yearly, but for comparison, the UK’s total emissions in 2024 reached 371 million tonnes. The field’s developers insisted that the emissions were “not significant” in light of the UK’s global climate pledges. Environmental groups, however, called the revelation “an admission of the vast climate change damage” the project would cause. One of…
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Storm Amy, the first named storm of the season, battered Scotland earlier this month. It tore down trees, cut power lines, and caused travel chaos. But experts say the storm’s most lasting damage may be underwater. When the final homes got their power back, fish farm operator Mowi made a shocking announcement. About 75,000 salmon had escaped from a damaged enclosure in the Scottish Highlands. The storm’s fierce waves ripped through netting at a pen at Gorsten farm on Loch Linnhe in Lochaber. What looked like a lucky break for the fish may become a disaster for Scotland’s rivers. Marine…
A forgotten technology is about to make a comeback. In 2026, the world’s first liquid air energy storage facility will begin operation in England. The project aims to compete with large lithium batteries and hydro plants to store renewable energy and cut dependence on fossil fuels. As renewable electricity grows worldwide and overtakes coal for the first time, storing power efficiently has become critical. When the wind stops blowing or the Sun sets, grids need backup. Many turn to lithium batteries or pumped hydro, but a growing group of innovators believes in another answer: air-based batteries. Building the first plant…
Clear skies, calm winds and majestic snowy peaks once defined autumn treks on Mount Everest. But that image is changing fast. The monsoon now extends deep into autumn, experts warn, bringing unpredictable weather and rising risks. For the past decade, meteorologists have observed at least one severe rainfall episode almost every year during this lengthened monsoon. And high in the mountains, such changes have turned deadly. A blizzard traps hundreds near Everest Last weekend, a sudden blizzard stranded hundreds of tourists near Everest’s eastern face. They spent days in freezing temperatures above 4,900 meters. By Tuesday, rescue teams had guided…
In Namibia, a group of desert lions has left the dunes for the Atlantic coast. They have become the world’s only maritime lions. A Belgian photographer captured their astonishing new life by the sea. A lioness at the edge of the world On a pebbled beach in Namibia, a lioness stares into the horizon. Behind her, wild waves crash against the shore. Beside her lies her prey – the carcass of a Cape fur seal. Photographer Griet Van Malderen captured this extraordinary moment. The image shows Gamma, one of Namibia’s desert lions that learned to hunt seals to survive along…
JPMorgan has appointed Conor Hillery and Matthieu Wiltz as co-CEOs for its operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The move is aimed at reinforcing regional leadership and ensuring stable growth across the bank’s key markets. The bank highlighted that this dual leadership structure will enhance strategic oversight and strengthen decision-making across the EMEA region. Both executives bring extensive experience in banking and regional management, making them well-positioned to guide JPMorgan’s operations through complex markets. Conor Hillery has been with JPMorgan for over a decade, holding senior roles in investment banking and regional strategy. Matthieu Wiltz also brings…
The green turtle has returned from the brink of extinction in a victory hailed by scientists worldwide. Once hunted extensively for turtle soup, its eggs as a delicacy, and decorative shells, the ancient mariner saw its population crash. The species has remained endangered since the 1980s. Decades of conservation restore green turtle numbers Global conservation initiatives over the last decades have helped green turtles rebound. Programs protect eggs, release hatchlings on beaches, and reduce accidental capture in fishing nets. Recent data confirms populations are growing. Dr Nicolas Pilcher of the Marine Research Foundation in Sabah, Malaysia, said this success should…
Prince William will represent King Charles at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil next month, Kensington Palace confirmed. The Prince of Wales will travel to the northern city of Belém for the major environmental gathering, marking an important moment in his growing role on global climate issues. A united royal front on climate action Prince William and King Charles made a rare joint appearance on Thursday evening at a pre-summit reception hosted by the UK government at the Natural History Museum. The event brought together environmentalists, scientists, diplomats and politicians to discuss the upcoming conference. Father and son arrived together…
China is racing to create a new generation of wind farms that can survive tropical cyclones and use their power. In southern China’s Guangdong province, a new skyline rises offshore. Hundreds of wind turbines now stand tall in the South China Sea, generating renewable electricity for homes, offices, and factories. The towers, some as tall as 30-storey buildings, symbolize China’s determination for a greener future. Guangdong, one of the nation’s offshore wind hubs, already holds around 15% of all ocean turbines worldwide. Over the next five years, local authorities plan to more than double that number. These turbines stand on…
The Chadian government has ended its partnership with a high-profile conservation organisation connected to Prince Harry. Officials accused the group African Parks of failing to stop poaching and showing disrespect to national authorities. The decision ends a 15-year collaboration to manage two of Chad’s protected areas. Government criticises African Parks’ conduct Chad’s environment ministry said African Parks had shown arrogance and a lack of cooperation with government officials. According to the ministry, the charity ignored local input and failed to invest enough to protect wildlife. Environment Minister Hassan Bakhit Djamous announced the move in an official letter, calling it a…