News story: Environment Agency publishes new evidence to plan for flood and coastal risk up to 2065
The study uses climate change, population and mapping data to set out future flood risk scenarios. read more
Energy & Environment
The £1 Billion Challenge: Scottish Conservation Finance Project aims to drive significant investment into Scotland’s natural environment
28 February 2019 An ambitious new initiative aims to pioneer new ways of funding nature conservation in Scotland through the launch of the £1 Billion Challenge. Led by the Scottish Wildlife Trust and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA),… read more
Methane detected near Preston New Road shale gas operation in Lancashire
Methane has been detected at the BGS-University of Manchester air quality monitoring station near Cuadrilla’s shale gas operations at Preston New Road, near Little Plumpton, Lancashire. read more
Press release: Illegal fishing costs 3 men more than £1,800
Three men were fined and ordered to pay costs totalling more than £1,800 after they were caught fishing illegally in Tewkesbury. read more
Aspiring farmers told “attitude is key”
Aspiring farmers were told “attitude is key” at an event for new entrants to the agricultural industry this week (Tuesday 26 February). read more