Science

Government budget for nature-friendly farming schemes has been protected next year, but questions over longer term funding must be addressed sooner rather than later, experts warn

Ethical Consumer study lauds 'incredible power of many small actions' in nudging consumers towards healthier diets, but also warns UK moving in the wrong direction on transport, heating and consumer goods

Charities ink two-phase agreement to buy and care for largest piece of contiguous land to be put on the market anywhere in England for the last 30 years

Environmental crime toolkit launched to combat third largest illegal activity globally, which is estimated to cost up to $281bn a year

Over 70 leaders representing business, science, civil society, and Indigenous Peoples publish open letter urging governments to deliver bolder action at Biodiversity and Climate Summits

Science Based Targets Network announces first cohort of companies to secure validation for goals that aim to reduce corporate impacts on freshwater and land

Defra publishes new rules for classifying land as protected, as latest estimates suggest just seven per cent of land England meets criteria

Nature-based solutions that support biodiversity and carbon storage can play a critical role in boosting jobs, incomes, and agricultural production, according to first of its kind review

Group of eight governments, including the UK, France, and Germany, confirm fresh funding for biodiversity protection and restoration programmes

Firms neglecting adaptation when working to mitigate climate impacts are in danger of locking-in long-term vulnerability, experts tell Net Zero Festival 2024