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Heat pump growth stalls as government support cut, warns climate watchdog
The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.
Heat pump growth stalls as government support cut, warns climate watchdog
The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.
Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one
A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains
Red extreme heat warning extended as record-breaking heatwave continues
Temperatures are predicted to climb to around 37 or 38C in southern England, with a maximum of 39C not out of the question
Environmental plan is largely off track, warns watchdog
A report says many of the measures are "well within the reach" of government and it was a matter of "moving away from planning into delivery".
Environmental plan is largely off track, warns watchdog
A report says many of the measures are "well within the reach" of government and it was a matter of "moving away from planning into delivery".
Survey finds 'significantly more' ancient woodland
A wildlife trust says there are 50% more sites in Hertfordshire than previously recorded.
Hundreds of schools plan closures ahead of red heat alerts
The temperature topped 34.6 C in Wisley, England, on Tuesday while Scotland and Northern Ireland saw their hottest days of the year.
The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we?
Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades.
The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we?
Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades.
Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says.
Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says.
From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europe is coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
Red squirrel sickness reports under investigation
Tests are being carried out to establish if there is an outbreak of squirrelpox in the Borders.
Spider which uses spring trap to capture prey discovered in Australia
Researchers say their hunting method - which allows them to prey on dangerous ants - is unprecedented.
'Right to grow' helping wild flowers bloom
Supporters say growing flowers or food on unused land can improve mental health and local pride.
'Right to grow' helping wild flowers bloom
Supporters say growing flowers or food on unused land can improve mental health and local pride.
Special buoys mark sensitive seagrass habitats
Special buoys and voluntary no-anchor zones mark sensitive seagrass habitats.
Special buoys mark sensitive seagrass habitats
Special buoys and voluntary no-anchor zones mark sensitive seagrass habitats.
Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
MoD papers show chemicals washed down drain at base
Renewed calls for forever chemical investigation following the release of historical site documents.
MoD papers show chemicals washed down drain at base
Renewed calls for forever chemical investigation following the release of historical site documents.
Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather
Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.
Woman finds rare pink grasshoppers in garden
Usually, they get eaten by birds due to their inability to camouflage, making them a rare sight.
More trees and nature spaces in council green plan
Bradford Council set out plans to increase tree canopy cover and create more nature reserves.
The tiny highway helping the capital's hedgehogs
A hedgehog highway is a network of small holes and gaps that allows hedgehogs to move freely.
Exhibition explores moths' ability to adapt
An exhibition examining how moths adapt to environmental changes has opened in Kestle Barton.
Microplastics in over 75% of pet food, study finds
Researchers say certain brands and kinds of cat and dog food have more microplastics than others.
Revival project for endangered native trees
The population of black poplar trees has dwindled to around 7,000 trees in the UK and Ireland.
BBC Inside Science
How do you research the impacts of social media on young people?
BBC Inside Science
How do you research the impacts of social media on young people?
Weekly quiz: Where will Prince George be going to school?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Team want to return brook to 'its absolute best'
Volunteers are helping clear the waterway which leads into the sea after recent silt build-ups.
Real-time monitoring to protect chalk stream
Real-time pollution levels tracked along length of Hampshire's rare chalk stream.
Escape hatches on lobster pots protect marine life
Fishing equipment is being redesigned to prevent "bycatch" affecting thousands of marine creatures.
Watch: Seven cheetah cubs born at Whipsnade Zoo
The cubs are the first to be born at the conservation zoo for 15 years.
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
Space industry giants visit fabrics factory
Delegates from Nasa and Space X were among those visiting the firm that makes specialist fabrics.
Musk's SpaceX buys AI coding start-up for $60bn days after IPO
Elon Musk's rocket company has agreed to buy Cursor, which uses AI to automate the process of writing code.
New microplastics research examines River Thames
Water samples are assessed for pollution levels and any impact climate pressures may be having on the river system.
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