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‘It’s due to climate’: the people of Stourbridge on the town’s wildfires
Wildfires in Stourbridge destroyed 19 homes and damaged 18 others during record heat. Residents praised emergency responders while attributing the disaster to climate change.
Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through Hautes Fagnes nature reserve
A massive wildfire in Belgium’s largest nature reserve has more than doubled in size over three days, prompting evacuations and drawing firefighting support from neighboring countries.
Cattle cull: Muir resignation demand is ‘not personal’ says UFU
Ulster Farmers’ Union calls for Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir’s resignation over a controversial cattle cull in County Tyrone, insisting the demand is not personal but centers on review methodology.
European farmers face ‘unprecedented crisis’ after successive heatwaves
European farmers face severe production losses following prolonged heatwaves and drought, with vegetable and grain yields down significantly across France, Italy, and Spain this summer.
Guernsey solar panel critic now ‘supporter of plan’
A Guernsey resident who initially opposed a 72-panel solar installation has reversed his position after reviewing detailed plans with the applicant, citing the project’s environmental benefits and thoughtful design.
Extreme weather is changing how Americans see the world
A Gallup survey finds that nearly 4 in 10 Americans report experiencing extreme weather damage, yet those affected feel less control over their lives rather than more motivated to address climate change.
England’s ancient oak trees dying in extreme hot and dry weather
England’s ancient oak trees are dying from extreme summer heat and drought, with the Woodland Trust warning that trees cannot adapt quickly enough to changing climate conditions.
UK relies on heat-stressed countries for fruit and veg it could grow itself – report
The UK imports 80% of its fruit and 47% of its vegetables, primarily from countries highly vulnerable to climate change, creating potential food security risks, according to a new report.
US Army Corps approves a pipeline project it knows harms Indigenous lands
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved a federal permit for Enbridge Energy to replace a segment of the Line 5 pipeline beneath Michigan’s Straits of Mackinac, despite tribal opposition and acknowledged environmental impacts on Indigenous lands and resources.
Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
A Glasgow retiree’s experience switching off his heat pump due to high electricity costs illustrates broader concerns that prioritizing renewable electricity over heating and transport may hinder net-zero progress and increase energy bills.
Floods can leave communities facing higher overdose deaths for years
Research shows severe flooding in Appalachian counties correlates with elevated overdose death rates persisting for at least a decade, particularly in economically disadvantaged areas.
A new type of levee is taking root in Northern California
Northern California is implementing a new “horizontal levee” or “living levee” design at Palo Alto Baylands that combines flood protection with habitat restoration using native plants and gradual slopes.