UK Heatwave: 'Unusual' Weather Hits Two English Counties Hottest
The UK faces an 'unusual' heatwave with Herefordshire and Worcestershire expected to be hottest. BBC Weather explains the heatwave definition and forecast.
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UK Heatwave 'Not Normal' With Exact Start Date Set
The UK braces for an unusual heatwave starting May 20, with temperatures reaching 29C or more for days, well above normal sunshine.
First UK Heatwave of Summer to Last 9 Days with Exact Dates
The first heatwave of summer will last nine days, with temperatures reaching 28C from May 22. Exact dates announced as UK warms up after chilly May.
Shirley Business Park Solar Plan in Solihull Council Round-Up
A planning application for solar panels and battery storage at The Gate business park in Shirley aims to reduce carbon emissions by 100-150 tonnes annually, supporting net zero by 2030.
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UK warned over environmental toll of AI data centres
Experts warn that the approval of a mega AI data centre in the US, the size of 15,840 Tesco Extras, should raise concerns about the cumulative environmental impact of similar facilities being built across the UK.
UK Heatwave: 30C Day Forecast Before End of May
The UK's first 30C heatwave of summer is forecast to arrive before the end of May, earlier than initial predictions of June or July, according to new weather maps.
UK faces first 40C heatwave since 2022 as Super El Niño looms
Scientists warn a 'Super El Niño' could push UK summer temperatures above 40°C in 2026, with an 82% chance of a very strong event forming this year.
Reform Pledges Review of Birmingham Clean Air Zone
Reform UK's Jex Parkin has pledged to review Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, calling it 'net zero nonsense'. The zone, introduced in 2012, has generated £82.5m for transport projects.
Partial Ban on Log Burners Proposed for UK Homes
The Labour government's updated environment plan may introduce a partial ban on log and wood burners in England, tightening PM2.5 targets to match EU levels and restricting smoke control areas.
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30 Hours of Snow Forecast for Midlands in May Arctic Blast
UK weather maps show 30 hours of snow as the Midlands braces for an icy blast. WXCharts predicts persistent snowfall from May 12-13, with temperatures near freezing.
Super El Nino Threatens UK Weather with Record Sea Temps
EU climate monitor warns ocean temperatures near record highs as a 'Super El Nino' could form within days, potentially disrupting UK weather with extreme heat and cold winters.
Estate Wins King’s Award for Sustainable Development
Courteenhall estate in Northamptonshire receives King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development for its regenerative farming, net-zero goal, and community support.
UK May Restrict Glyphosate in EU Trade Deal Shift
A potential EU trade deal could force the UK to restrict glyphosate, a weedkiller linked to cancer. Campaigners urge a ban, citing health and environmental risks.
Green Hustle Festival Returns to Nottingham May 30
Green Hustle Festival returns to Nottingham on May 30 with free activities celebrating green living, creativity, and community in Old Market Square and beyond.
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FareShare Earth Raise Appeal Launches on World Earth Day
FareShare Sussex & Surrey launches Earth Raise matched fundraising appeal on World Earth Day to tackle food waste, food poverty, and climate change.
Flexicare Signs Green Electricity Deal with Hydro Wales
Flexicare, a medical device firm in Mountain Ash, has signed a contract with Hydro Wales to supply all its HQ electricity from renewable hydro sources, supporting its net zero goals.
World-First 121-Mile CO2 Pipeline Under Midlands
A world-first 121-mile subterranean CO2 pipeline is proposed under the Midlands, from Derbyshire to the Irish Sea, aiming to capture 3 million tonnes of carbon annually.
First UK Heatwave Forecast Issued by Met Office After Record April
The Met Office has issued two separate forecasts predicting above-average temperatures and drier conditions for the UK in late April and early May, following the warmest start to April on record.
Yorkshire Wind Farm Plan Sparks 'Rushed' Consultation Row
Calderdale Energy Park's proposal for 34 turbines on Walshaw Moor faces criticism as opponents accuse developers of rushing consultation despite council requests to delay until after May elections.
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Wales Shows Strong Support for Renewable Energy Across Parties
New research from RenewableUK Cymru indicates overwhelming public backing for renewable energy in Wales, with 71% favoring increased development and 58% wanting a mainly renewable-based energy system, cutting across all political affiliations.
Net Zero Transition Costs £125bn by 2030, Benefits Delayed
The Climate Change Committee reports the UK's shift to green energy will cost over £125 billion by 2030, with financial benefits not expected until around 2040, amid rising household energy bills.
Solihull's £18m Low Carbon Energy Hub Launching Summer
Solihull's revolutionary £18 million low carbon energy hub is on track to begin supplying heating and electricity to town centre buildings from this summer, marking a major step toward the borough's net zero goals.
Starmer Slammed for Silence on Energy Bills Amid Cost Fears
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces criticism from Liberal Democrats for not addressing energy bill concerns in his Iran speech, as analysts warn of potential £160 summer hikes despite April price cuts.
Bristol Needs Private Cash for Net Zero Goals, Council Says
Bristol City Council warns that public funding alone is insufficient to meet net zero targets, calling for private sector investment to decarbonize the city and fund climate actions.
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Devon Street Lighting Switch-Off Made Permanent
Devon Council has approved permanent changes to street lighting, including earlier switch-offs and dimming in residential areas, following a successful trial that saved £270,000 annually and reduced carbon emissions by 200 tonnes.
Met Office Predicts Warm March with 17C Heatwave
The Met Office forecasts above-average temperatures for March, with a 17C heat blast expected in parts of the UK, bringing dry weather after months of rain.
Welsh Renewables Manifesto Calls for Clean Power Partnership
RenewableUK Cymru's manifesto warns Wales risks losing billions in investment and 8,000 jobs without a coordinated clean energy strategy and grid modernization ahead of the Senedd Election.
West Midlands Launches 5-Year Climate Plan for Green Jobs
The West Midlands Combined Authority has launched a comprehensive five-year climate action plan, aiming to mitigate economic losses projected at £600m annually by 2030 and £3bn by the 2050s while boosting green jobs and infrastructure.
Record Renewable Projects for Wales in UK Auction
Wales has achieved its largest ever number of renewable energy projects in a UK Government auction, with 20 schemes securing contracts to generate over 530 megawatts of clean electricity.
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UK snow forecast as Arctic blast brings plummeting temperatures
The Met Office warns of an incoming Arctic blast, with snow and sub-zero temperatures expected across the UK from next week. Get the latest forecast details.
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