Government advisers call for 81% cut in UK emissions by 2035 The Government is preparing to unveil plans for cutting emissions by 2035, under the global Paris Agreement to take action on climate change. Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2024
No need to be so down on carbon capture Letter: Both the IPCC and CCC support a crucial role for it, John Rhys writes, and they are are serious bodies with access to the best expertise The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024
Miliband faces crunch decision on speed of greenhouse gas cuts Energy secretary prepares new pledge for big UK carbon cuts in next decade amid potential cabinet division The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024
Elon Musk Clashes with California Coastal Commission Over SpaceX Launches Elon Musk lashes out when the California Coastal Commission rejects SpaceX's proposal to increase the frequency of its launches, citing his political and environmental views. International Business Times · Oct 14, 2024
Energy industry trade body chief to head UK’s climate watchdog Emma Pinchbeck will take over as chief executive of Climate Change Committee next month The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2024
‘We look after our neighbors’: how mutual-aid groups are filling the gaps after Hurricane Helene The federal government, state governments and larger non-profits have had a slower – and, say some residents, insufficient – response The Guardian - US · Oct 6, 2024
How better community engagement can improve emergency management in Canada Environmental, social and public health emergencies are becoming more frequent and severe around the world. The rapid pace at which emergencies are occurring, compounded by social crises like homelessness, addictions and mental health, are over-stressing our emergency management systems. However, as a society we cannot let this reality become an… The Conversation · Sep 25, 2024
“There’s always more to give deep down” – ultra runner Harry Jones shares 4 things he’s doing to prepare for the UTMB finals With his fourth attempt at the 100 km CCC race this weekend, Jones is focused on altitude, nutrition, psychological preparation and, of course, the perfect shoes Advnture · Aug 29, 2024
Belinda Neal one of 12 former politicians standing for Central Coast Council The former MP is often remembered for 'Iguanagate'. Newcastle Herald · Aug 26, 2024
Ex-parole boss 'romantically linked to Labor staffer' A whistleblower has claimed an ex-parole board boss, who has been referred to the corruption watchdog, was romantically linked to a government staffer. AAP · Aug 20, 2024
‘SADC should speak out’: Zimbabwe activists face crackdown ahead of summit Police flood Harare’s streets in anticipation of protests on the eve of Southern African Development Community meeting. Al Jazeera · Aug 16, 2024
‘Building something better’: the UK residents retrofitting their homes amid the climate crisis From weekly skills-sharing to rewilding streets, communities are working to improve the planet while bolstering the health of people The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2024
Great British Energy is becoming a reality – bringing with it cheap, clean and secure energy We’re making the case for 21st-century, modern public ownership that serves our communities, says energy secretary Ed Miliband The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2024
Labour must ramp up renewable energy to meet 2030 climate vows, says watchdog CCC says delays and reverses under Rishi Sunak have left UK drastically off track from Paris commitments The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024
Newcastle Herald · Jul 17, 2024 How Central Coast Council came back from the brink of financial collapse Three years ago, financial collapse was just days away.
The Conversation · Jul 11, 2024 Four crucial climate targets the new UK government should adopt immediately The UK is not on track to meet its climate targets and has no credible pathway to get there. However, a new set of more specific targets would provide some clarity for the country’s new government and would ultimately help achieve the overall goal: prevent further climate change.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 10, 2024 How Georgia football fans can attend a UGA practice this August How Georgia football fans can attend a practice on Aug. 4
The Guardian - UK · Jul 9, 2024 Climate expert Chris Stark appointed to lead UK clean energy taskforce ‘Mission control centre’ to work with energy companies and regulators towards goal of clean and cheaper power by 2030
The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2024 Is there truth in Rishi Sunak’s net zero attack on Labour? The PM trumpeted ‘a recording … admitting that their plans will cost hundreds of billions’. Was it fair to do so?
The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2024 Townsville councillors pass no-confidence motion in embattled mayor Troy Thompson Thompson is now seeking a leave of absence as council calls for his resignation after he admitted making false claims about his military history
AAP · Jun 4, 2024 Under fire mayor complains of 'witch hunt' amid probe A north Queensland mayor who has been told to stand down amid a corruption watchdog probe says he is the victim of a "witch hunt".
AAP · May 28, 2024 Corruption reports might be brought to light by reforms Every recommendation of a corruption watchdog review will be adopted by the Queensland government, including the release of reports retrospectively.
The Guardian - AU · May 28, 2024 Townsville mayor Troy Thompson’s military service claims under investigation by powerful corruption watchdog New mayor’s claims about his army history referred to Crime and Corruption Commission by local government body
AAP · May 28, 2024 Mayor referred to corruption watchdog over army service A watchdog has referred a north Queensland mayor to the Crime and Corruption Commission over his military service history claims following an investigation.
Roll Call · May 22, 2024 Vilsack says House proposal threatens farm bill coalition - Roll Call Agriculture Secretary Vilsack says the House treatment of food stamp benefits threatens to crack the coalition needed to pass a farm bill.