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Reading to install 2,600 new on-street electric vehicle charging points
Reading Borough Council is launching a 15-year project to install thousands of new charging points on residential streets. This initiative …
British flower farms see growth in market share
British flower farmers are enjoying a boost in popularity as more people choose seasonal, locally grown blooms over imports. The sector has…
River Mease restoration project wins 2026 UK River Prize
After thirteen years of dedicated restoration work, the River Mease has been transformed from a straightened waterway into a thriving, wild…
Go-Ahead London expands electric bus fleet
Go-Ahead London has introduced 13 new electric buses to serve route 322 between Crystal Palace and Clapham Common. These zero-emission vehi…
The growth of the UK offshore wind industry
Since the installation of the first turbines off the Northumberland coast in 2000, the UK has transformed into a global leader in offshore …
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust acquires meadow to protect River Meon
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust has purchased Court House Meadows to create a protected sanctuary for rare chalk stream wild…
Tweed Forum project to control invasive Himalayan balsam
The Tweed Forum is working to protect local riverbanks by managing the spread of invasive Himalayan balsam, which threatens native biodiver…
Six Kent beaches awarded Blue Flag status
Six beaches across Kent have been recognised with prestigious Blue Flag awards for their excellent water quality and high standards of mana…
Plans for large-scale battery storage facility in Kent set for approval
A new battery energy storage facility is set to be built on farmland in Kent. Once completed, it will be one of the largest sites of its ki…
UK government approves 4GW of new offshore wind capacity
The government has granted planning permission for two major offshore wind projects, Dogger Bank South and North Falls. Together, these win…
River Thames at Ham designated as official bathing site
The Thames at Ham has become the first spot in London to be officially recognised as a bathing water area. This new status means the water …
Twenty-year nature recovery project begins in Duddon Valley
A major new conservation project is launching in Cumbria to restore 2,800 hectares of woodland, peatlands, and rivers. By working closely w…