The Latest Breaking News from Pollution

Badger cull U-turn and lack of promises on factory farming, water pollution and wildlife support all prompt questions

Campaigners warn of same ‘tragic events’ as in River Wye if planners ignore pollution risks of intensive production

Exclusive: Fears customers will end up paying twice for work needed in order to comply with legal pollution limits

A very large factory fire in Melbourne sent plumes of thick, dark smoke billowing across the western part of the city on Wednesday afternoon, with authorities issuing warnings for people in surrounding suburbs. The fire has now been brought under control, but efforts to control the impacts will likely continue…

The worst of microplastics is yet to come. Here’s what we need to do now to begin mitigating the wide-ranging harms

Australia’s electricity sector was fast to cut carbon pollution due to renewables as alternatives to coal and gas – until lately

Explore the unique ecosystem of the Sargasso Sea, facing threats from pollution and climate change. Learn about its biodiversity and historical significance.

Firm under fire as it admits huge increase in pollution as it pushes for 59 per cent bill hike and pays out £195million to shareholders

Report says member states poured $1.34tn into their militaries last year – an increase of $126bn from 2022