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Airborne viruses can be eliminated in 10 minutes

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The use of air cleaners has become more frequent during the pandemic, but how effective are they at fighting viruses? A joint study by...

Welsh councils hand out over ÂŁ4k worth of fines over a...

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Since 2019, councils have had the authority to issue FPNs for fly-tipping, and the maximum amount that a person can be fined depends on...

Single-use plastic ban

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Campaigner available to comment on the ban on single-use plastics just announced: City to Sea, the organisation behind the campaign to ban these polluting plastic...

NEW rules are “urgently required” to prevent households throwing unwanted electrical...

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ELECTRICAL ITEMS THROWN AWAY IN HOUSEHOLD BINS NOW LINKED TO 700 FIRES BMRA SAYS LOCAL AUTHORITIES MUST INTRODUCE KERBSIDE COLLECTIONS TO ENSURE PUBLIC SAFETY TWO MILLION...

EV’s in wintertime – How to prepare electric cars for the...

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EV owners have been told how to look after their cars this winter as the colder months are likely to significantly reduce battery life...

Llandybie Community Council Declares Nature Emergency

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Llandbybie Community Council has declared a nature and climate emergency following concerns about the state of nature in the UK. Liberal Democrat Councillor Julian Tandy,...

Festive lunch break; Christmas sandwiches and their carbon footprint

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The environmental cost of popular retailer sandwiches Average Co2 emissions of a retailer sandwich are 2,000g. Sandwich carbon footprints are equivalent to driving 5 miles in...

Local Shopping Centre Parc Trostre wins International Environmental Award

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Llanelli-based shopping centre, Parc Trostre was awarded a Green Apple Environment Award at the Houses of Parliament on November 21st 2022 for the second...

Carbon neutral eco builders TĆ· Pren transitions to workers’ co-operative 

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Lampeter-based roundwood timber framing company was supported with its new society set up by Cwmpas TĆ· Pren, a roundwood timber frame eco building business, based...

Why Solar Is The Way Of The Future

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Introduction The sun is a great source of natural energy that we need so far to mitigate our modern living aspects. On the other hand,...

Cynghordy Viaduct Walk Revealed as One of the World’s Most Underrated...

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New Study Reveals 25 of the World's Most Underrated Travel Experiences  New research from Explore Travel reveals a selection of the world's most rewarding experiences that aren't as recognised or as popular as they deserve  Hiking Scafberg Peak in Austria, exploring Sable...

Charge Rage Warning for EV Drivers

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Drivers of electric vehicles are calling for a clear code of conduct to be issued on the rules on using public charging points amid...

Vegan protest launched at COP27 entrance in response to meat and...

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More than a dozen climate activists unfurled banners and launched protest chants outside the COP27 Blue Zone today to call for Plant Based Treaty negotiations as...

Elemental Machines raises $41 Million to fuel growth

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The developer of the AI-powered, connected lab platform will use the funding to expand its operations in the Life Sciences technologies market. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. –...

2025 Gas Boiler Ban

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All You Need to Know & Green Heating Alternatives to Consider It is well documented that the UK’s housing stock is some of the oldest...

Marine Conservation Society data shows litter on Welsh beaches is not...

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Stubborn stubs and persistent plastic: Litter on Welsh beaches is not going away   ·        Marine Conservation Society reveals results of its 2022 Great British Beach...

Businesses urged to look to the future and embrace green technologies

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A GOVERNMENT call for the UK to future-proof its economy by investing in cutting-edge green technologies has been welcomed by the boss of a...

These are the best parks for winter walks according to reviews

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Study reveals the best parks for wintery walks in London The parks and gardens were ranked through the number of winter phrases used in TripAdvisor...

Royal ‘Tree of Trees’ gifted to the Dove Workshop in Banwen

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The Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan Mrs Louise Fleet has handed over a lasting legacy of the environmental concerns of the late HM Queen...

Anrhegu ‘Coeden y Coed’ brenhinol i Weithdy DOVE, Banwen

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Mae Arglwydd Raglaw Gorllewin Morgannwg, Mrs Louise Fleet wedi trosglwyddo gwaddol parhaus gofidiau amgylcheddol ei diweddar Fawrhydi y Frenhines Elizabeth ll i Weithdy Dove...

The Best Areas in the UK to Own an EV –...

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Thinking of switching to an electric vehicle? Great idea. A common question that prospective EV buyers ask – and rightfully so – is whether...

Make Waves for Wildlife this Winter! 

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MAKE WAVES FOR WILDLIFE THIS WINTER! The perfect gift for young animal lovers and environmentalists this festive season. Children's author Jay Vincent shines a light on...

SOTHEBY’S TO HOST EXHIBITION SHOWCASING “NATURE’S CROWN JEWELS”

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An exhibition of exquisite artworks of the Ancient Canopy dedicated to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth as part of The Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) will...

Successful Completion of Forestry Skills Training Programme in Wales

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Selected from over 50 applicants, the four trainees have now completed their fully funded training at Coleg Cambria LlysfasiThe success of the training programme means...

Llwyddo i Gwblhau’r Rhaglen Hyfforddiant Sgiliau Coedwigaeth yng Nghymru

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Wedi eu dewis o blith dros 50 o ymgeiswyr, mae'r pedwar hyfforddai bellach wedi cwblhau eu hyfforddiant a oedd wedi'i ariannu'n llawn yng Ngholeg Cambria...

Recycle Week ’22: Experts reveal common misconceptions about e-waste

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We all have those old phones or laptops collecting dust in our homes, but why? The average person replaces their mobile phone every 2-3...

WWF projects in Wales are helping to tackle protect and restore...

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·       Global wildlife populations see average decline of nearly 70% in just under 50 years  ·       Nature the 'linchpin' in our climate fight – without its protection...

Persimmon Homes donates 1,550 trees for 50 years in celebration of...

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A leading housebuilder is marking its 50th anniversary by donating 1,550 trees to The Queen's Green Canopy, helping to celebrate and honour the life...

University helps pupils to put biorefinery in the spotlight

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A group of pupils have not only been learning about a new way of using waste carbon emissions, but they have also made their...

The biggest environmental concerns of every age group

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Most people are worried most about rising UK temperatures, with 62% of Brits saying it will affect them by 2030Other concerns are extreme weather...

Majority of people in Wales believe nature is in crisis and...

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Seventy nine percent of adults in Wales believe nature is under threat and eighty one percent believe that everyone should play a part to...

EV owners hit by cost-of-commuting crisis as recharging cars becomes nearly...

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Is now the time to "Swytch" to an electric bike?The average UK worker spends c.ÂŁ8000 - 21% of their salary on commuting annuallySwytch launches to upcycle your journeys -...

Top Welsh Eco-School counties revealed! Has your region made the cut?  

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84.5% of Welsh schools are registered with Eco-Schools 18.4% of Welsh schools are 'green flag' accredited  September 2022: To celebrate the launch of their new SoluCLEAN eco cleaning range, essentials service provider, Direct365 has carried out research to reveal Wales' most eco-friendly schools, looking...

Teamwork from charitable trusts provides double boost for Teifi Marshes pond...

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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Trust and the Friends of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park have joined forces for the first time ever to fund a...

Gwaith tĂźm o ymddiriedolaethau elusennol yn rhoi hwb dwbl i adnewyddu...

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Mae Ymddiriedolaeth Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro a Chyfeillion Parc Cenedlaethol Arfordir Penfro wedi ymuno am y tro cyntaf erioed i ariannu platfform trochi mewn...

D-Fly Reinvents the E-Scooter with Dragonfly

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Today, London-based personal recreation vehicle company D-Fly unveiled the next generation of e-mobility — the Dragonfly Hyperscooter. Developed by a team of award-winning British and...

Expert reveals the pumpkin spice latte could go extinct

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The iconic pumpkin spice latte has returned, which for many across the UK signals the beginning of autumn. But new research reveals the beloved...

New electric bicycle conversion kit launches to help Brits beat the...

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New electric bicycle conversion kit launches to help Brits beat the cost-of-commuting crisis: every mile costs less than 1p on your EXISTING bike The average...

Successful coastal conservation programme serves as an inspiration to other Welsh...

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A group of coastal managers from across Wales gathered at Strumble recently to learn more about nature conservation efforts on the coastal slopes of...

Rhaglen cadwraeth arfordirol lwyddiannus yn ysbrydoliaeth i asiantaethau eraill yng Nghymru

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Daeth grƔp o reolwyr arfordirol o bob rhan o Gymru at ei gilydd ym Mhen-caer yn ddiweddar i ddysgu mwy am ymdrechion cadwraeth natur...

The most googled questions about sustainability, revealed

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“What is sustainability” is by far the most googled questionInterest on the importance of sustainability comes afterOther common curiosities concern the impact of sustainability...

New study reveals the greenest capital cities in Europe

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The greenest European capitals Paris takes the crown as Europe’s ‘greenest’ capital, with the highest number of green spaces per 100,000 peopleLuxembourg City and Dublin...

♻️ Recycle Week: How to recycle a mattress and why it’s...

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Did you know that only 19% of mattresses are recycled – meaning that 8 million mattresses end up in UK landfill every year? Martin Seeley,...

THE QUEEN’S GREEN CANOPY UPDATE – MEMORIAL TREE PLANTING FOR HER...

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Following the death of Her Majesty The Queen, and the wishes of our Patron, His Majesty The King, The Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) initiative...

The top 10 places in the UK for solar panels

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London, September 14th 2022... MakeMyHouseGreen.com, which uses smart data to calculate savings made by green technology, today announced the result of a new study...

Farmers to help Wales reach Net Zero as Welsh Government pledges...

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Minister for Climate Change Julie James has today announced ÂŁ32m for farmers and landowners to help Wales plant 86 million trees by the end...

The reservoir Walthamstow Wetlands named one of the best and most...

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New data delves into London's undiscovered parks and gardensWalthamstow Wetlands identified as one of the hidden gemsParks in Westminster, Brent, and Southwark among the...

10 Most Googled Renewable Energy Stocks

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With consumers and companies becoming more environmentally conscious, we are seeing a shift from fossil fuels toward cleaner and greener, energy options to help...

Great British Beach Clean – one week to go!

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Volunteers taking part will not only be clearing our beaches of litter, but help the Marine Conservation Society tackle ocean pollution by gathering vital data used...

A-Z Guide on how to save energy in your home

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households and businesses from soaring energy prices.  Under new plans announced by Liz Truss, a freeze will protect tens of millions from bills hitting unmanageable...