Sri Lanka is preparing for an impending El Niño phenomenon using both traditional and modern approaches. A local farmer believes the country may be better adapted than forecasts suggest through cultivation of heirloom crop varieties.
A major incident was declared as 90 firefighters battled a large wind-driven wildfire at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk on Wednesday evening. Several people were evacuated, though officials stated there was no danger to the nearby Sizewell B nuclear power station.
A boom in hummingbird hawk-moth sightings in UK gardens is attributed to hot weather, strong winds, and food scarcity in Europe driving migration from continental Europe and north Africa.
A Reform-run council in Kent has identified ancient Oaken Wood, a 40-hectare forest with 400 years of documented history, as a potential site for quarry expansion. Local residents are opposing the plan due to the woodland's irreplaceable ecological and cultural significance.
Aviation contributes $4 trillion to the global economy but not every flight generates net economic value. The article examines aviation's economic benefits against its environmental costs.
Research suggests that correcting public misconceptions about climate action support may not effectively increase personal climate action. The general public underestimates collective support for climate action while overestimating others' individual efforts.
Climate sceptics and right-wing commentators have shared misleading charts on social media suggesting Europe is experiencing its quietest wildfire year. Carbon Brief's fact-check debunks this false claim about European wildfire activity.
Juiced Bikes has relaunched under new ownership after collapsing in 2024, introducing the Scrambler moto-style e-bike designed to redefine legal street-ready electric bikes. The company aims to balance performance with regulatory compliance in the e-bike market.
Kia has opened pre-orders for the EV3 electric SUV in Mexico, where production will begin next week. The vehicle will be manufactured in Mexico and shipped to the US market later this year.
Rivian reported strong Q2 2026 earnings with 27% revenue growth and record gross profits. The company began delivering its affordable R2 electric vehicle priced under $50,000.
BMW opened orders for the new i3 electric vehicle months ahead of schedule due to strong early demand. The vehicle was originally expected to launch in fall but is now available for purchase in multiple markets.
Tesla reached 10 million vehicles produced, an industry first, but growth has slowed and production lags behind capacity. The milestone arrives later than previously promised by the company.
Zoox becomes the first company to receive US approval for fully autonomous robotaxis without human controls. This marks a significant milestone in autonomous vehicle technology deployment.
A media outlet defends covering Elon Musk's political activities, arguing his wealth and social media influence significantly impact climate policy. The story raises questions about billionaire influence on elections affecting clean energy progress.
Sierra Club challenges Meta's Louisiana air permit revisions, arguing they should trigger major-source requirements rather than allowing minor-source classification. The environmental group contends the proposal inadequately addresses pollution and denies public hearing rights.
Article discusses Elon Musk's journey from PayPal to founding Tesla Motors and acquiring a manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. The piece appears to be an opinion piece examining Musk's business trajectory and impact.
XPENG launches its VLA 2.0 intelligent driving technology in Munich, showcasing advanced autonomous capabilities for the European market. The technology represents progress in autonomous vehicle development for the global automotive industry.
Hyundai Motor Group's Executive Chair visits Brazil plant to develop electrified vehicles including ethanol-hybrid models and explore hydrogen mobility opportunities.
Jordan has completed the first phase of deploying solar-powered water heating systems at nine of 33 planned hospitals. The government initiative aims to reduce energy consumption and emissions across its healthcare infrastructure.
A legal complaint alleges that a Dole-owned banana plantation destroyed protected wetland in Costa Rica's Limón province. Workers at La Paz plantation reportedly cleared vegetation in the Bananito Sur wetland area.
Researchers have identified priority zones for vaccinating golden lion tamarins against yellow fever in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The targeted vaccination strategy aims to protect this endangered primate species from the disease.
A study finds organic free-range egg production generates twice the greenhouse gas emissions compared to caged systems in the UK. Switching entirely to organic farming could result in 2.3 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually.
German battery manufacturer Varta has filed for self-administered insolvency, affecting its solar-storage and energy management operations. The filing raises concerns about the renewable energy storage sector's stability.
A 13-year-old Kenyan climate activist has planted over 7,600 trees with community support and aims to plant 1 million trees before turning 18. The teen's environmental passion began at age 6 and demonstrates grassroots climate action.
Corruption allegations at Indonesia's Surabaya Zoo have raised concerns about wildlife conservation governance and animal welfare. Experts warn that financial misconduct can directly impact the wellbeing of animals dependent on institutional care.