Modern air conditioners contain hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which emit ozone-depleting chemicals during production.
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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are also potent greenhouse gases which contribute to climate change.
A view of Fairbourne from above, showing the Mawddach estuary and the mountains of Eryri in the background.
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Fairbourne on the west coast of Wales is at risk from both rising sea levels and river flooding.
In its new energy strategy, the government says it “remains absolutely committed to maximising the vital production of North Sea oil and gas as the North Sea basin declines”.
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The country is missing a strong and strategic coalition of pro-climate interest groups, says research.
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CCS remains a ‘handy excuse’ for extracting more fossil fuels, our review indicates.
More than £150 million is spent trying to control Japanese knotweed in the UK annually.
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It’s a plant that is nearly impossible to obliterate, but new research reveals the best way of tackling Japanese knotweed in the most sustainable way.
The yellowjacket wasp has a reputation as a British picnic invader.
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Think your social life is complicated? Consider the wasp.
Storm Eunice caused widespread damage in February 2022.
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The government’s pro-climate rhetoric has met reality – and it doesn’t look good.
Oil is visible in the water of Poole Harbour, Dorset, following an oil leak from a pipeline at an onshore oil field.
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200 barrels of oil ‘reservoir fluid’ have spilled into a large natural harbour surrounded by nature reserves.
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Frightening headlines alone are unlikely to inspire people to change their behaviour.
Evaluating what citizen science is involves looking at the concept of science itself.
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Citizen science offers the possibility of a science for the people, by the people. And it could be used to challenge the status quo.
An elk crossing a road in Colorado, USA.
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Exactly how animal populations are affected by roadkill has remained unclear – until now.
The aftermath of heavy rainfall in Chennai, India. November 2021.
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Climate models embed colonial attitudes and massive inequality.
Tiny pieces of plastic litter have a harmful impact on marine animals, including mussels.
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A study shows that exposure to polyester microfibres inhibits growth in mussels.
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Dogs and ground-nesting birds in breeding season: why the two should never meet.
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Just 2.5% of the country has been continuously wooded for centuries.
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Raising such a depressing topic can feel awkward. Speaking up about climate change therefore takes courage.
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Octopuses are enigmatic beings whose experiences of industrial farming are likely to be profound.
Label symbols tell you all you need to know about how to wash, dry, bleach and iron your clothes.
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By understanding clothing care labels, you can extend the lifespan of your clothes.
Satellite image shows damaged bridges across the Bakhmutovka river in Ukraine, March 2023.
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The first UN conference dedicated to water in nearly half a century is being held in New York.
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Targeted income support could help tackle big social and ecological challenges.
Several European countries including Norway, Finland and Germany run successful plastic bottle deposit return schemes.
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Evidence suggests that Scotland’s bottle deposit scheme would prevent huge amounts of litter from entering the environment.
Heat pump sales in the UK are lagging behind the rest of Europe.
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The UK is next to last in Europe for heat pump sales – psychologists explain why take up is so low.
A handful of Black Truffles found whilst hunting with dogs.
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Truffles are one of the world’s most expensive foods and climate crisis is changing the way they grow.
A combination of bad weather and transport problems has seen UK supermarket shelves left bare of tomatoes and other fresh produce.
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UK supermarket shelves have been left bare of fresh produce in recent weeks – growing more fruit and veg in cities could reduce the severity of future shortages.
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After decades of research revealing the long-term damage of fuel poverty, the problem is worse than ever.