Springwatch Unsprung presenter Lindsey Chapman talks poetry, Blue Planet II and why we need to amplify diverse voices in the fight against climate change in the first of our new Voices for Nature interview series from our nature editor ELIZABETH WAINWRIGHT
… the colour palette but continuing the natural drama. The BBC stalwart reminds us that the natural world is an ever evolving spectacle … Chapman, to talk about our shared love of the natural world, our role in it, and some of the …
Resilience is something of a buzzword - a necessary one in times of austerity and increased anxiety about work. BRENDAN MONTAGUE had read the literature about how being in nature, telling stories and connecting with people all increase resilience. And then he experienced it first hand when he attended a weekend workshop at Hazel Hill Woods in Salisbury. This is his story.
… in support for the… preservation of local natural areas. Google media content is … considerable amount of work returning it to a natural habitat. Its evolution as a … is to use the woodland as a safe space, a natural habitat where we can relax into group …
New years’ resolutions typically consist of promises to exercise more, sleep better and generally be more healthy and less stressed. As everyone returns to work this can be a real challenge. A practice originating in Japan and now being trialled by the RSPB and on Forestry Commission holidays could help you achieve all this and more. CATHERINE EARLY reports
… are guided into deep immersion in their natural surroundings through exercises … including mindfulness meditation and natural aromatherapy. Sessions aim to open the … that would help to connect people with the natural surroundings, while also offering …
The Wildlife Trusts is urging developers to build homes that simultaneously give people an inspirational place to live and help reverse wildlife and habitat decline, reports CATHERINE EARLY
… The Wildlife Trusts believe that the natural environment must be put at the heart … are to be built yet we need to restore the natural world. We’re calling on the government … and disrupting ecological processes such as natural floodwater storage in river, it said. …
Ideas to protect the UK’s natural resources and reduce waste and pollution have been published in the government’s long-awaited 25-year plan. But campaigners fear the proposals are not strong enough, CATHERINE EARLY reports
… Ideas to protect the UK’s natural resources and reduce waste and … a plethora of policies covering waste, the natural environment, air pollution and …
The population of High Brown Fritillaries in Britain has declined rapidly, due to changes in woodland management and, more recently, the abandonment of marginal hill land. But one charity hopes to save this precious winged insect. HARRY SHEPHERD from the National Trust reports
… the abandonment of marginal hill land. Natural landscape Butterflies, including the … project will focus on restoring parts of the natural landscape along the Exmoor and North …
As part of our nature-inspired book review series, WENDYROSIE SCOTT reflects on the beauty and insight in Tim Flach's new photography book, Endangered.
… the making. Flach has worked with experts and naturalists worldwide. Scientist and zoologist … confines alongside animals recorded in their natural habitat. The Giant Panda is seen looking upon a spectacular natural habitat. But on closer inspection, the …
Donald Trump whipped up a storm by repeating climate denial tropes. But Professor MICHAEL E. MANN warns that one of the potential future victims of climate change - according to the latest projections - is Trump himself. It's a story as old as King Canute.
… fluctuations in temperature due to natural phenomena like El Nino and volcanic … record warmth cannot be explained in terms of natural climate variability. My co-authors and … as "a snowball’s chance in hell that this was natural". So much for Trump's first talking …
The latest projections from climate scientists suggests humanity must take immediate action to stop the use of fossil fuels or face 1.5°C of warming - the limit set by the world's leaders - in just 17 years. BRENDAN MONTAGUE reports
Global temperature targets 'will be missed within decades unless carbon emissions reversed' Brendan Montague | 23rd January 2018 News Climate Change Global Warming Cutting Carbon Emissions …
Michael Gove, the environment secretary, will today announce plans to radically reform the payment of farm subsidies - in the wake of Brexit. If the promise is kept and the changes implemented well these changes could support a growing minority of farmers attempting to end soil depletion and economic destruction.
… with various forms of ‘re-wilding’, allowing natural re-diversification and enhanced … paid by results – whether increases in the ’natural capital’ of the soil and water or … soils, geology and drainage, and semi-natural vegetation patterns, must be developed …
Protects against the extraction of fossil fuels and other natural resources - ecological distribution conflicts - cannot simply be resolved by payments of compensation. That is because for most people outside of the corporate boardroom, money is not the primary concern. JOAN MARTINEZ ALIER, a leading academic, investigates
… the extraction of fossil fuels and other natural resources - ecological distribution …
The 2018 Global Risks Report shows that it is environmental issues which actually deserve our politician's concern - despite the headlines being dominated by conflict and cyberattacks - reports JOE WARE
… three of these are extreme weather events, natural disasters and failure of climate … It’s no surprise that extreme weather and natural disasters topped the poll following …
Pastoralist communities have lived in the most challenging environments in Africa for more than 6,000 years. But a dangerous mix of stereotyping, changing governance and climate change is now threatening their way of life. CURTIS ABRAHAM investigates
… are primitive and inefficient users of natural resources, and that overgrazing is … Their underlying philosophy was that natural resources needed to be protected from …
The decline of honey bees in the UK has been well documented. Is it a demonstration of climate change and, if so, what can be done? QUENTIN SCOTT, director at renewable energy investment company Low Carbon, discusses how it has partnered with Plan Bee to educate communities and support biodiversity
A pesticide ban is necessary to protect our essential bee population - but it is not enough Quentin Scott | 12th January 2018 Comment Bees Low Carbon Biodiversity Solar dsc_8571.jpg The decline of …
The annual World Economic Forum (WEF) in a luxury Swiss Ski Resort in Davos is underway. A great meeting of minds and money will discuss the 2018 agenda of ‘creating a shared future in a fractured world’. But is there a more ominous agenda: the protection of the powerful and the wealthy? KATIE HODGETTS investigates
… and Barclay’s and Lloyd’s big bankers. Oh and naturally Elton John will be there too. …
Joanne has given up the conventional life of work, shop, drop and is now growing and scavenging her own food and living as simply as possible.
… helps. Community helps. This way of living naturally builds relationships. A Womble … Some form of violence against others (and the natural world) is inherent in the supply …
The most recent environmental report by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) reveals that Estonia is using its unique forests intensively. Forestry exports have increased and now make up five percent of exports. Ronan O'Shea visited the forests to meet the campaigners fighting to protect this incredible resource
… debate as to whether use of the country’s natural resource is sustainable on a long term …
Young Friends of the Earth Norway and Greenpeace lost a historic case against the Norwegian government yesterday over new licenses for arctic oil drilling. Though a visible and damaging loss, permeating through are billows of optimism and shifting environmental governance. KATIE HODGETTS reports
Young Norwegian activists lose historic case against arctic drilling Katie Hodgetts | 5th January 2018 News Norway Oil Industry Drilling Friends Of The Earth Greenpeace 800px-gullfaks_a.jpg Young …
Shareholders in the six companies responsible for distributing electricity to homes and businesses across Britain are enjoying vast profits, according to a new Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit report. But this is driving up household bills. TOM PASHBY asks, is there a better alternative?
… electricity to homes and businesses – is a natural monopoly, and so companies operating …
The forest living güiña wildcat in Chile has a reputation for attacking livestock, and so it has been assumed that its declining population was due to human persecution. But new research suggests the real cause is habitat fragmentation. The ground breaking study will also help us support other wild carnivores, reports BRENDAN MONTAGUE
… there are more farms, a greater pressure on natural resources through increased timber …
A demonstration in Zurich, organised in less than a week, has attracted thousands of people from all walks of life, outraged by Donald Trump’s policies and telling the US President to stay away, NICK BREEZE reports
Swiss protestors denounce Trump visit to Davos Nick Breeze | 24th January 2018 News Davos Donald Trump trump_zurich_davos_march_-_nick_breeze.jpg A demonstration in Zurich, organised in less than a …
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Agroecology for Food and Farming has warned poor international trade deals made following Brexit could have a significant impact on British farmers - and in turn the regional and global environment. BRENDAN MONTAGUE reports.
… flooding and encourage biodiversity and natural pest control. This Author Brendan …
'Climate smart agriculture' has become the buzz phrase at high level international policy discussions. But now there is a struggle over its definition. Is it the latest manifestation for corporate social responsibility or the title of a manifesto for real, grassroots led, change, ask PETER NEWELL, JENNIFER CLAPP and ZOE BRENT
Will 'climate smart agriculture' serve the public interest - or the drive for growing profits for private corporations? Peter Newell Jennifer Clapp Zoe W. Brent | 19th January 2018 Comment Climate …