WWF Global Futures pushes ‘nature-based solutions’ agenda

They are not only a distraction from reducing consumption and decarbonising all sectors of the domestic economy, but also promise to intensify …

Why Brexit is bad news for climate change

EU had some of the most progressive policies on cutting greenhouse gas emissions but post-exit UK will likely roll back some of these in order to …

After Paris, UK's latest 'carbon budget' just isn't ambitious enough

British people will still be able to emit 60% more than their fair share

New CoP president’s first foreign engagement disappoints

In addition to being regressive on equity, ambition and markets, Claire O'Neill also has disturbing ideas about the new mantras of 'net zero'…

Patterns in the sky

It is that time of the year again when starlings roam the skies in huge swarms that form distinct patterns. Down To Earth tells you more about …

Britain and Europe: a long history of conflict and cooperation

British history is deeply connected to Europe and whatever the result of its referendum, this will continue

To predict monsoon in India accurately, scientists launch £8-million project

In a first ever, scientists from the UK and India will study both oceanic and atmospheric measurements for accurate prediction of monsoon in India

Greening food transport

Cold storage trucks are important to ferry food. A new British technology would use liquid air to power truck refrigeration units. But is it …

When McDonald’s ate crow

The UK’s longest case was a PR disaster for the fast food giant

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More than 4 billion people are eligible to vote in an election in 2024. Is this democracy’s biggest test?

Even amid spreading illiberalism and disillusionment about the benefits of a democratic system, there is reason for cautious optimism 

Delaying the second COVID-19 vaccine dose: A medical expert answers key questions

The uncertainty is around how long the protective effect of the first dose will last without a second shot

Coronavirus new variant: Genomics researcher answers key questions

The new variant is touted to be responsible for an increasing proportion of cases in parts of the United Kingdom 

Five years after Paris: How countries’ climate policies match up to their promises, and who’s aiming for net zero emissions

So far, countries’ individual plans for how they will lower their greenhouse gas emissions don’t come close to adding up to the Paris …

TikTok, Microsoft: Govt agendas are driving businesses. Here is what can be done

To ban access of foreign companies, and expect domestic companies and the government to profit profit directly from it, is a dangerous line to cross

Per capita emissions of nations should converge by 2050, says UK commission

The Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution supports the Southern demand for equity in climate negotiations. Will the UK government adopt the …

African exporters face choppy waters in the wake of Brexit

Emerging market countries that rely heavily on commodity exports will be hit hardest by Britain's decision to leave the European Union

In the wrong ministry?

Biotech Regulatory Authority will have too much power, no checks

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Heightened risk

“Superbug” gene levels in microbes are 60 per cent higher in the upper Gangetic areas during pilgrimage season

Neo-addiction

Youngsters are getting hooked on flavoured e-cigarettes. Studies belie manufacturers’ claims

New coronavirus strain in UK more contagious, infection severity unclear: European CDC

India suspends all flights from UK from December 23-31

2016, the year that was: health and medicine

Health spent a lot of time in the spotlight in 2016 and it was a major issue in numerous government reviews

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