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Scientists are using fiber optic cables to detect “icequakes” in Swiss glaciers, revealing how meltwater causes structural damage that threatens ice stability worldwide and may help predict sea level rise.
The Trump administration is unraveling air pollution regulations designed to reduce toxic emissions from petrochemical plants, granting exemptions to facilities that had celebrated the Biden-era HON rule.
A retiree’s experience switching off his heat pump due to high electricity costs raises questions about whether the UK’s focus on renewable electricity generation is the right priority for achieving net zero emissions.
UK homes are increasingly struggling with extreme heat, sparking debate over whether to invest in air conditioning and heat-resistant housing design alongside efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
The UK is developing long-duration energy storage systems to support renewable energy integration, with Ofgem backing 16 projects expected to save over £24bn by 2050.
New analysis suggests climate damage from UK oil and gas fields would cost £119bn-£336bn, far exceeding estimated economic benefits of £28.7bn, reigniting debate over development approval.
