Thérèse Coffey accused of ‘throwing in the towel’ over sewage scandal
Thérèse Coffey has admitted she cannot end the sewage scandal, in what critics are calling a “complete abdication of duty”. Launching her department’s cleaner water
Global fresh water demand will outstrip supply by 40% by 2030, say experts
Landmark report urges overhaul of wasteful water practices around world on eve of crucial UN summit The world is facing an imminent water crisis, with
Flood damage in Britain would be reduced if world hits climate pledges, study suggests
Expected annual damages of around £700m are a “drain on the economy” and represent a “very considerable sum of misery for those who are affected”,
Philippines oil tanker spill prompts fears for protected marine areas
Authorities scramble to contain leak from sunken tanker that was carrying about 800,000 litres of oil Authorities in the Philippines are scrambling to contain an
CO2 emissions may be starting to plateau, says global energy watchdog
Global carbon dioxide emissions are still rising but may at least be reaching a plateau, research from the International Energy Agency has shown. The rise
UK cat cull was considered early in Covid crisis, ex-minister says
James Bethell says government considered whether all pet cats might have to be put down to contain virus The UK government considered whether it might