What will happen to farmers like me when Brexit turns our industry upside down? | Edward Barker
Uncertainty seems the only thing we can be sure of after 25 years of EU regulation. But this could also be an opportunity to make decisions for ourselves I manage a mixed 500 hectare farm in Northamptonshire growing cereals, and supporting a beef and sheep enterprise. As the weeks went by during the Brexit referendum […]
Air quality: the best of Guardian readers' photography
Guardian picture editors have chosen ten readers’ pictures as part of a new series showcasing the best of your work and giving feedback Share your photos on our new theme – solidarity Continue reading… Source: Guardian Climate Change
Are companies ready to rethink the way they do business? – open thread
As we kick off a series looking at how business can embrace sustainability, particularly renewables and the circular economy, tell us what you think we should be covering With millions dying prematurely every year due to air pollution, species becoming critically endangered as a result of hunting and deforestation, and water shortages emerging across whole […]
What is the best antidote for a jellyfish sting? (Clue: it's not urine)
A new study of the man o’ war jellyfish found popular remedies like lemon juice and shaving foam make stings worse. Vinegar followed by heat is most effective What should you do if a jellyfish stings you? Scientists have found that applying vinegar is the best solution, and that popular remedies including urine, lemon juice, […]
Full tilt: giant offshore wind farm opens in North Sea
Gemini windpark off the coast of the Netherlands will eventually meet the energy needs of about 1.5 million people, according to its owners Dutch officials have opened what is being billed as one of the world’s largest offshore wind farms, with 150 turbines spinning far out in the North Sea. Over the next 15 years […]
Australia doesn't need Adani's Carmichael coalmine, Westpac chief says
Defending decision not to finance mine, Brian Hartzer says coal needed for economy to 2050 can be met by existing mines The Adani Carmichael coalmine is not needed to support the economy, the Westpac chief executive has said in defence of his bank’s decision not to finance the mine. On Radio National on Tuesday, Brian […]
B&Q to stop selling plants grown with bee-harming pesticides
Friends of the Earth urges other retailers to follow suit after studies show damaging effects of neonicotinoids on bees All flowering plants sold by B&Q are to be grown without using pesticides that are harmful to bees, the retailer has announced. A series of scientific studies have shown that bees are exposed to neonicotinoid pesticides […]
Planet could breach 1.5C warming limit within 10 years, but be aware of caveats
A new study shows how a switch in a major climate system could accelerate global temperatures to a 1.5C limit, but some scientists are challenging the assumptions In the Brazilian city of São Paulo, more than 80 experts, including dozens of climate scientists, gathered back in March for a giant planning meeting. As part of […]
Intesa Sanpaolo call upon scientists and scholars for Innovation & Circular Economy award
This year, the Open Innovation and Entrepreneurship Chapter of the Italian Scientists and Scholars in North America Foundation (ISSNAF) are focusing on the importance of implementing a circular economy. Image: © 4Max / stock.adobe.com Together with Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy’s leading banking group, they are reaching out and encouraging all Italian researchers who currently work in […]
Forest rangers tortured and killed by illegal settlers in Liberia rainforest
Two forest patrollers have been killed and four hospitalised in what is believed to be retaliatory action from illegal settlers in Sapo National Park Two forest rangers have been killed by a violent mob in a Liberian rainforest after discovering a community illegally settling and hunting in the park, according to authorities. Related: Another day, […]