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Friday, December 27, 2024
Even though many people think about rising temperatures and extreme heat when we talk about climate change, the reality is that climate change involves much more than that. Researchers have argued that temperature on its own is not the most effective way to measure climate change. They suggest that the...
Composting is a process in which, with the help of soil microorganisms, the mixture of organic materials is transformed into soil humus, rich in food resources. This environmentally friendly way of utilizing household and garden waste provides valuable natural fertilizer that not only turns compacted clay soils and barren...
During the hot weather some areas will be restricted by hosepipe bans. Whether one is or isn't here are some key tips to help gardens and plants. Advice for gardeners on which plants to save New plants should be prioritised over those which are more established, says senior horticultural adviser at...
More research is needed into climate change leading to societal collapse or human extinction, researchers have said, warning such potentially catastrophic results are "dangerously unexplored". A team of international experts led by Cambridge University said not enough research had gone into the possible worst case scenario, despite "ample reasons to...
This hedgehog cam brought the wondrous sight and sound of these wonderful hedgehogs. Thanks to Sharon Pugh. Tips for hedgehog welfare: If you have found a hedgehog you are concerned about please use gardening gloves to collect it up, bring it indoors and put it in a high sided box with...
Ringstead Bay can be reached either along the coastal footpath from the east or via the minor road from the A353 east of Osmington. Parking is possible at the National Trust car park above Ringstead Bay and at the beach shop and café at Ringstead itself. Above the eastern part of Ringtead Bay is Burning...
The legacy of colonialism has ensured racism and the environmental emergency are inextricably linked. A new report by the Runnymede Trust and Greenpeace explores the impact of this discrimination and provides a rallying call for environmental justice. As you read these words, think about the air you’re breathing. Is it...
Those who know the least say the most. Let's hark back 46 years and pretend nothing has changed. Well nothing has changed has it? Nothing apart from this: Thus nothing has changed unless one includes the planet dramatically heating up. The ignorant spreading it thick whenever they get the chance...

Wow! The heat!

Warning signs This heat! Wow! Here in the UK some of us are enjoying it. It feels like a REAL summer. But it's a warning sign. It's not unique. It’s not 1976, not to be repeated for another forty-six years. It's part of a trend. What does the trend tell us? It tells us it's time...
Donnachadh v Sun Columnist & Daily Mail assistant editor !! I knew they wanted to frame me as a heartless fanatic for equating holiday flights with devastatingly lethal climate destruction. I knew that I would have 3 to 4 people laying into me simultaneously. BUT I decided it was worth it, as...