Conservation & Environment News - Week 11/12/07 - 17/12/07
Rising seas 'to beat predictions' - BBC News 17/12/07
The world's sea levels could rise twice as high this century as UN climate scientists have previously predicted, according to a study.
At a glance: Bali climate deal - BBC News 15/12/07
The UN climate change convention has concluded in the Indonesian island of Bali. The agreement launches a two-year negotiating process - the "Bali roadmap" - aiming to secure a binding deal at the 2009 UN summit in Denmark. Here are some key elements of the roadmap and other issues agreed in Bali.
Climate deal sealed by US U-turn - BBC News 15/12/07
Delegates at the UN summit in Bali have agreed a deal on curbing climate change after days of bitter wrangling.
2007 data confirms warming trend - BBC News 13/12/07
This year has been one of the warmest since 1850, despite the cooling influence of La Nina conditions, according to scientists.
Q and A: Bali climate conference - BBC News 12/12/07
Delegates from nearly 190 countries are meeting for two weeks in Bali to discuss climate change.
Arctic summers ice-free 'by 2013' - BBC News 12/12/07
Scientists in the US have presented one of the most dramatic forecasts yet for the disappearance of Arctic sea ice.
Hold back the geo-engineering tide - BBC News 11/12/07
Projects that add nutrients to the world's oceans in order to create algal blooms that will absorb more carbon from the atmosphere are scientifically unsound, argues Kristina Gjerde, high seas policy advisor to the World Conservation Union. In this week's Green Room, she calls on delegates at the UN climate conference to halt schemes that could do more harm than good.
Low faith in biofuels for climate - BBC News 11/12/07
Decision-makers in the climate change field have little faith in biofuels as a low-carbon technology, the World Conservation Union (IUCN) says.
New European protected sites for rare birds - RSPB Online 17/12/07
RSPB Scotland today applauded the Scottish Government after it announced the designation of two new Special Protection Areas that will be protected under European law.
New prize for farmers helping wildlife - RSPB Online 12/12/07
The RSPB has joined forces with BBC Countryfile magazine to launch a ground-breaking UK-wide competition to highlight the work that farmers are doing for wildlife.
Thursday, 21 February 2008
Wednesday, 20 February 2008
Conservation & Environment News - Week 04/12/07 - 10/12/07
Natural England receives £2.9 billion to help safeguard the natural environment - Natural England 06/12/07
England’s wildlife and landscape received a boost today with news from Defra that the European Union’s Rural Development Committee has agreed the Rural Development Programme for England 2007-2013. Through this Programme, Natural England will provide £2.9 billion of Environmental Stewardship Scheme funding for farmers.
Flooding facts and figures - BBC News 06/12/07
In a detailed investigation into the causes, impact and legacy of this summer's wide-scale flooding in England and Wales, the Environment Agency has identified a range of conclusions and recommendations.
Government must prevent extinctions - RSPB Online 05/12/07
The 14 UK Overseas Territories contain over 30 species of nesting bird that are facing global extinction, 20 of which are found nowhere else in the world.
Hope at hand for climate talkers - RSPB Online 08/12/07
Climate negotiators in Bali now know what it takes to protect a forest as a carbon sink, a wildlife haven and a hub for research and eco-tourism all in one.
Rainforest park sets the bar for Bali - RSPB Online 10/12/07
A huge rainforest in one of Africa's poorest countries should today win indefinite government protection and is being heralded as one of the first examples of forest conservation to cut carbon emissions.
Good for climate change, bad for our sea life? - RSPB Online 10/12/07
The UK Government's announcement to dramatically increase the energy-generating capacity from offshore wind is welcome evidence of its commitment to embrace green energy and face up to the challenge of climate change.
Natural England receives £2.9 billion to help safeguard the natural environment - Natural England 06/12/07
England’s wildlife and landscape received a boost today with news from Defra that the European Union’s Rural Development Committee has agreed the Rural Development Programme for England 2007-2013. Through this Programme, Natural England will provide £2.9 billion of Environmental Stewardship Scheme funding for farmers.
Flooding facts and figures - BBC News 06/12/07
In a detailed investigation into the causes, impact and legacy of this summer's wide-scale flooding in England and Wales, the Environment Agency has identified a range of conclusions and recommendations.
Government must prevent extinctions - RSPB Online 05/12/07
The 14 UK Overseas Territories contain over 30 species of nesting bird that are facing global extinction, 20 of which are found nowhere else in the world.
Hope at hand for climate talkers - RSPB Online 08/12/07
Climate negotiators in Bali now know what it takes to protect a forest as a carbon sink, a wildlife haven and a hub for research and eco-tourism all in one.
Rainforest park sets the bar for Bali - RSPB Online 10/12/07
A huge rainforest in one of Africa's poorest countries should today win indefinite government protection and is being heralded as one of the first examples of forest conservation to cut carbon emissions.
Good for climate change, bad for our sea life? - RSPB Online 10/12/07
The UK Government's announcement to dramatically increase the energy-generating capacity from offshore wind is welcome evidence of its commitment to embrace green energy and face up to the challenge of climate change.
Monday, 18 February 2008
Conservation & Environment News - Week 27/11/07 - 03/12/07
Plants 'could withstand' warming - BBC News 27/11/07
Crops could be developed to withstand the impact of global warming, Edinburgh University scientists have said.
50 years on: The Keeling Curve legacy - BBC News 02/12/07
It is a scientific icon, which belongs, some claim, alongside E=mc2 and the double helix. Its name - the Keeling Curve - may be scarcely known outside scientific circles, but the jagged upward slope showing rising carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere has become one of the most famous graphs in science, and a potent symbol of our times.
Wind Turbines and Warning Shots - Greenpeace International 03/12/07
Indonesia — Governments meet in Bali this week to agree an action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to stop climate change from inflicting severe impacts. The Rainbow Warrior is in Indonesia to add urgency to our call for climate action. Our activists have received vastly different reactions – on the one hand, they joined in a festive celebration calling for clean energy now, and on the other hand hung a banner at a coal plant as security guards fired shots in the air.
Key climate summit opens in Bali - BBC News 03/12/07
Governments at a key UN climate summit will discuss how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions after the current Kyoto Protocol targets expire in 2012.
Time to stop the climate blame game - BBC News 03/12/07
As a key UN climate change conference gets underway in Bali, Malini Mehra says the current global political system is "abysmally unfit for purpose". In this week's Green Room, she calls for nations to stop playing the blame game, and work together to deliver a low carbon global economy.
Planning bill could fast track environmental harm - RSPB Online 27/11/07
Developers will be allowed to gloss over environmental concerns if the planning bill is not strengthened, the RSPB believes, following publication of legislation today.
Government 'must try harder' on water - RSPB Online 28/11/07
Government must try harder to tackle problems such as flooding, pollution and waste, with the coming year offering a real opportunity to change the way we value, manage and invest in water.
Plants 'could withstand' warming - BBC News 27/11/07
Crops could be developed to withstand the impact of global warming, Edinburgh University scientists have said.
50 years on: The Keeling Curve legacy - BBC News 02/12/07
It is a scientific icon, which belongs, some claim, alongside E=mc2 and the double helix. Its name - the Keeling Curve - may be scarcely known outside scientific circles, but the jagged upward slope showing rising carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere has become one of the most famous graphs in science, and a potent symbol of our times.
Wind Turbines and Warning Shots - Greenpeace International 03/12/07
Indonesia — Governments meet in Bali this week to agree an action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to stop climate change from inflicting severe impacts. The Rainbow Warrior is in Indonesia to add urgency to our call for climate action. Our activists have received vastly different reactions – on the one hand, they joined in a festive celebration calling for clean energy now, and on the other hand hung a banner at a coal plant as security guards fired shots in the air.
Key climate summit opens in Bali - BBC News 03/12/07
Governments at a key UN climate summit will discuss how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions after the current Kyoto Protocol targets expire in 2012.
Time to stop the climate blame game - BBC News 03/12/07
As a key UN climate change conference gets underway in Bali, Malini Mehra says the current global political system is "abysmally unfit for purpose". In this week's Green Room, she calls for nations to stop playing the blame game, and work together to deliver a low carbon global economy.
Planning bill could fast track environmental harm - RSPB Online 27/11/07
Developers will be allowed to gloss over environmental concerns if the planning bill is not strengthened, the RSPB believes, following publication of legislation today.
Government 'must try harder' on water - RSPB Online 28/11/07
Government must try harder to tackle problems such as flooding, pollution and waste, with the coming year offering a real opportunity to change the way we value, manage and invest in water.
Monday, 11 February 2008
Conservation & Environment News - Week 20/11/07 - 26/11/07
Natural England calls for a greener CAP - Natural England 20/11/07
Natural England has called for a new model of financial support for environmental land management to replace the current Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).
Firms look to drive green sports agenda - BBC News 23/11/07
Airlines, supermarkets, clothing retailers and other industries are making high profile moves to cut their carbon emissions in the face of continued concerns about man-made global warming.
Weather disasters 'getting worse' - BBC News 25/11/07
The number of weather-related disasters has quadrupled over the past 20 years and the world should do more to prepare for them, the aid agency Oxfam says.
Centre is set-up to help £50m bid - BBC News 25/11/07
A special drop-in centre has been set up to tell people more about a project to transform the Black Country's environment.
Better ocean monitoring 'vital' - BBC News 25/11/07
Warming seas, overfishing and pollution mean it is vital to improve the system for monitoring the world's oceans, says a group of distinguished scientists.
Forest protection: Local and global - BBC News 26/11/07
Local communities living in the world's dwindling tropical forests bear the brunt of the insatiable demand for cheap timber, argues Frederick Sagisolo. In the Green Room, he recounts his experience of illegal logging, and explains why community forest management is the way forward.
Natural England calls for a greener CAP - Natural England 20/11/07
Natural England has called for a new model of financial support for environmental land management to replace the current Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).
Firms look to drive green sports agenda - BBC News 23/11/07
Airlines, supermarkets, clothing retailers and other industries are making high profile moves to cut their carbon emissions in the face of continued concerns about man-made global warming.
Weather disasters 'getting worse' - BBC News 25/11/07
The number of weather-related disasters has quadrupled over the past 20 years and the world should do more to prepare for them, the aid agency Oxfam says.
Centre is set-up to help £50m bid - BBC News 25/11/07
A special drop-in centre has been set up to tell people more about a project to transform the Black Country's environment.
Better ocean monitoring 'vital' - BBC News 25/11/07
Warming seas, overfishing and pollution mean it is vital to improve the system for monitoring the world's oceans, says a group of distinguished scientists.
Forest protection: Local and global - BBC News 26/11/07
Local communities living in the world's dwindling tropical forests bear the brunt of the insatiable demand for cheap timber, argues Frederick Sagisolo. In the Green Room, he recounts his experience of illegal logging, and explains why community forest management is the way forward.
Conservation & Environment News - Week 13/11/07 - 19/11/07
‘Better bogs create carbon sinks’ says Natural England - Natural England 19/11/07
‘We must protect and enhance our upland peat bogs - they are the UK’s most important and vulnerable carbon store’ was the message from Natural England at this year’s Moors for the Future conference in the Peak District on Monday 19 November.
PM outlines climate action plan - BBC News 19/11/07
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has said there will be a "green hotline" to advise people on what they can do to cut their impact on the environment.
Powering up for a hydrogen economy - BBC News 19/11/07
Sooner or later the world is going to have to make the switch away from fossil fuels, says Keith Guy. In this week's Green Room, he explains what needs to be done to make the vision of a global hydrogen economy a reality.
‘Better bogs create carbon sinks’ says Natural England - Natural England 19/11/07
‘We must protect and enhance our upland peat bogs - they are the UK’s most important and vulnerable carbon store’ was the message from Natural England at this year’s Moors for the Future conference in the Peak District on Monday 19 November.
PM outlines climate action plan - BBC News 19/11/07
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has said there will be a "green hotline" to advise people on what they can do to cut their impact on the environment.
Powering up for a hydrogen economy - BBC News 19/11/07
Sooner or later the world is going to have to make the switch away from fossil fuels, says Keith Guy. In this week's Green Room, he explains what needs to be done to make the vision of a global hydrogen economy a reality.
Monday, 4 February 2008
Conservation & Environment News - Week 06/11/07 - 12/11/07
Floods haunt climate conference - BBC News 09/11/07
Delegates from around the world are addressing a conference on the potential impacts of climate change on the Highlands and Islands
Coastal defences 'not abandoned' - BBC News 11/11/07
The government has denied claims it has a "general" policy of allowing coastal villages to fall into the sea if deemed too costly to defend against flooding.
Recycling rates steadily increase - BBC News 12/11/07
Scotland's recycling and composting rates have continued to rise steadily, according to figures from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency.
Climate scepticism: The top 10 - BBC News 12/11/07
What are some of the reasons why "climate sceptics" dispute the evidence that human activities such as industrial emissions of greenhouse gases and deforestation are bringing potentially dangerous changes to the Earth's climate?
Sowing the seeds of uncertainty - BBC News 07/11/07
There has always been a problem about the way in which big environmental issues are handled by the media.
Floods haunt climate conference - BBC News 09/11/07
Delegates from around the world are addressing a conference on the potential impacts of climate change on the Highlands and Islands
Coastal defences 'not abandoned' - BBC News 11/11/07
The government has denied claims it has a "general" policy of allowing coastal villages to fall into the sea if deemed too costly to defend against flooding.
Recycling rates steadily increase - BBC News 12/11/07
Scotland's recycling and composting rates have continued to rise steadily, according to figures from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency.
Climate scepticism: The top 10 - BBC News 12/11/07
What are some of the reasons why "climate sceptics" dispute the evidence that human activities such as industrial emissions of greenhouse gases and deforestation are bringing potentially dangerous changes to the Earth's climate?
Sowing the seeds of uncertainty - BBC News 07/11/07
There has always been a problem about the way in which big environmental issues are handled by the media.
Conservation & Environment News - Week 30/10/07 - 05/11/07
California's natural born killers - BBC News 31/10/07
Earth, wind and fire formed a deadly trilogy in California this month to reduce an estimated 1,800 sq km (700 sq miles) to ash and charred remains in a matter of days.
A green lesson for politicians - BBC News 05/11/07
While a BBC poll suggests people worldwide are willing to contemplate serious changes to their lifestyles to combat global warming, the issue of energy taxes appears to be very sensitive.
National Trust in houses land row - BBC News 03/11/07
The National Trust has said it would fight the government to protect the countryside from housing development.
10-year plan for footpath repairs - BBC News 05/11/07
It will take 10 years to repair and improve the extensive rights of way network in Powys, a two-year study for council leaders has found.
Humanity is the greatest challenge - BBC News 05/11/07
The growth in human population and rising consumption have exceeded the planet's ability to support us, argues John Feeney. In this week's Green Room, he says it is time to ring the alarm bells and take radical action in order to avert unspeakable consequences.
California's natural born killers - BBC News 31/10/07
Earth, wind and fire formed a deadly trilogy in California this month to reduce an estimated 1,800 sq km (700 sq miles) to ash and charred remains in a matter of days.
A green lesson for politicians - BBC News 05/11/07
While a BBC poll suggests people worldwide are willing to contemplate serious changes to their lifestyles to combat global warming, the issue of energy taxes appears to be very sensitive.
National Trust in houses land row - BBC News 03/11/07
The National Trust has said it would fight the government to protect the countryside from housing development.
10-year plan for footpath repairs - BBC News 05/11/07
It will take 10 years to repair and improve the extensive rights of way network in Powys, a two-year study for council leaders has found.
Humanity is the greatest challenge - BBC News 05/11/07
The growth in human population and rising consumption have exceeded the planet's ability to support us, argues John Feeney. In this week's Green Room, he says it is time to ring the alarm bells and take radical action in order to avert unspeakable consequences.
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