bbc science environment

Action needed to tackle 'biodiversity crisis' The issue is part of wider concerns the government is not focused enough on the environment.

Welsh public sector unlikely to meet net zero plans by 2030, say auditors A watchdog has criticised the lack of progress made by organisations in tackling climate change.

Major study into 'forever chemicals' in people's bodies launched in UK The government is launching the first study to measure PFAS in the UK population to understand the risks.

Charity warns about damage of over-foraging fungi It says over-foraging, particularly in protected areas, damages habitats and wildlife.

AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals Four planned "hyperscale" data centres consider using gas-fired power for their electricity needs.

Scientists detect signals at the smallest scale ever explored Researchers have detected signals from the smallest distances ever probed.

Boulders dropped off coast to disrupt deep fishing Greenpeace drops nine large rocks to create a barrier to bottom-trawling fishing vessels.

From scooters to shampoo - the people saving hundreds from dumpster diving The men and women who rummage through commercial bins to take clothes and other items.

Do the Shetland Isles need Cold War-style military protection? Calls are being made for the defence of the Shetland Isles to be strengthened after increased sightings of Russian trawlers off the coast of Scotland.

'New kit' helps battle against bugs The chemical-free decoys are used while clearing riverside vegetation.

Woman who flew with swans warns of lead danger Sacha Dench, known as the "human swan", welcomes new laws banning the sale of lead ammunition.

Verdict delayed on controversial sea defences The council have deferred a decision on the building of 17 rock groynes after RNLI safety concerns.

'Fascinating' rare beetle found in Wales again after 60 years It was feared The Short-Necked Oil Beetle had become extinct in Wales after recent surveys

Aquarium shark that helped 'dispel myths' dies Staff at Plymouth's aquarium pay tribute to a sand tiger shark believed to be almost 30 years old.

Spill from vandalised home oil tank kills 13 birds A number of birds are also injured after the spill from the oil tank earlier this week.

Rhino siblings celebrate first birthday with cake Markus and Mo weighed about 70kg (11st) at birth, and now weigh about 500kg (78st) each.

Oil tank vandalism results in waterfowl park 'nightmare' The popular attraction in County Down has been forced to close while efforts continue to remove oil from the pond.

'Rok' solid recognition for Slovenian space scientist Two men from the Armagh Planetarium and Observatory have had asteroids named in their honour in recognition of their work.

Rare damselfly spotted by restored chalk river The Herts and Middlesex Trust says it is "thrilled" the new wetlands are helping species thrive.

'Fascinating' rare beetle found in Wales again after 60 years It was feared The Short-Necked Oil Beetle had become extinct in Wales after recent surveys

Bute House protested by environmental campaigners A Halloween-themed protest against fossil fuels has targeted the first minister's residence in Edinburgh.

Rewilding project aims to restore peatland Cumbria Wildlife Trust starts work repairing damage to Skiddaw Forest's peatland.

Firefighters celebrate rain during Indonesia wildfires A number of clips show firefighters celebrating in the rain.

BBC Inside Science Time is running out for one of the most ambitious environmental pledges in history.

Mini-gardens for bees on bus stop roofs approved Living Roofs aimed at boosting biodiversity in urban areas will be installed under a new bus stop contract.

South West Water given lowest environmental rating The water firm is performing "significantly below target" for pollution by the Environment Agency.

Serious pollution by water industry remains high despite £5bn investment All but one of England's water companies were rated as "poor" or "requiring improvement" for environmental targets.

Water companies' environmental performance 'deteriorates' further - regulators All but one of England's water companies were rated as "poor" or "requiring improvement" for environmental targets.

RAF base chemical contamination worst in UK, report says Testing at RAF Upper Heyford finds "unacceptable" levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Building boom puts 300,000 people in the path of potential Himalayan disasters The construction of tourism facilities, housing, and infrastructure has surged in parts of Nepal and India's Uttarakhand.