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As we approach International Dawn Chorus Day, Alison Steadman, Grayson Perry and 76 others say nature is falling silent and the UK must take a leading role in its recovery

With 40 million fewer birds today than in 1966 (Report, 29 April), the UK is one of the most nature-deprived countries in the world. Nature is falling silent, and the impact on our environment, culture, health and happiness should not be underestimated.

Nature’s influence runs through the fabric of our culture, its creations woven into myth and legend. Birds in particular have been revered in every age. From the Bard to the Beatles and Elgar to Emin, birds have inspired works of music, art, the written and spoken word, while naturalists from Darwin to Attenborough have shared the lives of these remarkable creatures with us, ensuring their status as national treasures for eternity.

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Extinction Rebellion says the environment secretary refused declare a climate emergency.

The heatwave of 2018 will become the capital’s new normal, claims Green party in report outlining severe daily disruption to capital

Hundreds of schools, hospitals and tube stations in London are at risk of flooding or overheating as the climate crisis accelerates and global temperatures continue to rise, according to a new study.

The report, commissioned by the Green party on the London Assembly, paints a bleak picture of life in the capital as global temperatures increase by 1.5C above pre-industrial levels – a conservative estimate based on current projections.

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The environment secretary agrees with some of Extinction Rebellion's demands, but says there are "open questions" about the timescale for action.

Part of the world's largest ice shelf is melting 10 times faster than the rest, shedding light on how it might respond to climate change.

Activists meet Michael Gove and John McDonnell in push for net zero carbon emissions

Extinction Rebellion activists have met leading politicians including the environment secretary, Michael Gove, and the shadow chancellor, John McDonnell, in an attempt to persuade the UK government to declare a “climate emergency”.

On Wednesday, the government’s statutory advisers on climate change are expected to set out ways in which the UK can reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, including reductions from transport, heating and energy production.

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Fresh supply will enter South Korea’s carbon market from several sources over the next few weeks, but this won't be enough to satisfy demand, analysts said Tuesday as KAU prices again briefly rose to all-time highs.

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Hampshire police investigate intimidation of Springwatch presenter and family

The broadcaster and wildlife campaigner Chris Packham has revealed he and his family received death threats days after dead crows were strung up outside his home.

The BBC Springwatch presenter has been subjected to a campaign of intimidation since the Wild Justice group he co-founded successfully challenged a licensing system that allowed the shooting of 16 bird species, including crows, jays and woodpigeons.

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Greenpeace poll findings released alongside group’s ‘manifesto’ to slash emissions

Two-thirds of people in the UK recognise there is a climate emergency and 76% say that they would cast their vote differently to protect the planet.

The findings, in a poll commissioned by Greenpeace, come as the group unveiled a detailed “climate manifesto”, listing 134 key actions they say the government should take immediately to ensure the UK hits zero carbon emissions as soon as possible.

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Wentworth in Sydney's leafy inner-east is the once-blue ribbon Liberal seat, which was held by former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull until late last year.

The Gold Standard Foundation on Tuesday announced it has appointed a new chief executive, who will join the organisation from the Global Green Growth Institute.

South Australia electricity prices go negative for nearly six hours as wind and solar account for all of demand on a mild Autumn day.

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Relocating communities to safer, less exposed areas can help people manage climate hazards, but it's not a viable solution for everyone. Annah Piggott-McKellar, PhD Candidate, The University of Queensland Karen Elizabeth McNamara, Senior lecturer, The University of Queensland Patrick D. Nunn, Professor of Geography, School of Social Sciences, University of the Sunshine Coast Licensed as Creative Commons – attribution, no derivatives.

Some customers may see some bill reductions, but the Australian Energy Regulator's decision on DMOs is unlikely to take the political heat out of electricity prices.

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We have the skills and expertise to transform Australia into a clean energy super power. Don't stop us now.

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AGL says lower cost of grid-scale battery storage will be the "game changer" for renewables in Australia, sees big shift in household storage and EVs.

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Germany utility RWE abandons plans for new brown coal generator, and drops all new coal investments.

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BNEF says total cost of EVs could match petrol cars as early as next year in Australia, and says Labor's target of 50% share of sales by 2030 is feasible.

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AMP is materially exposed to climate change risks and must heed the warnings about the financial impact of climate change.

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