Opposition party makes inroads in South East England seats where water pollution has sparked public anger
Production of the metal is responsible for up to 9 per cent of global CO₂ emissions
The listed water company has proposed a 36% increase to customer bills
Move driven by expectations of a newly elected Labour government adopting stricter approach to big polluters
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has backtracked on parts of the bloc’s climate agenda
As floods intensify, the threat of the toxic metal seeping into the food chain is as big a problem as sewage in rivers or air pollution
Environmental campaigners warn that the industry must speed up plans to decarbonise
Victory for campaigners is expected to face legal challenges from fossil fuel companies
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New technologies are straining power supplies and forcing a shift in plans to reduce use of the fuel source
Allowing adverts from fossil fuel industry is ‘inconsistent’ with net zero target, it says
A fire in 1969 caused by industrial pollution shocked the US to its environmental senses
Figures obtained via freedom of information laws come as water pollution rises up political agenda
Fatalities increasing in many parts of world less successful in reducing dangerous pollutants, says research
MPs criticise Pennon as it announces a 3.8 per cent increase in its payout to shareholders
England chief medical officer Chris Whitty backs report calling for improvements by water companies and Whitehall
Tighter air quality standards follow a pause on new licences for terminals and tougher EU emissions rules
Business and carbon credit schemes make up bulk of finance to tackle health issues caused by burning wood and debris
Incineration plants have been attractive to investors, but must soon start paying for emissions
Office for Environmental Protection says government and Environment Agency ‘not on track’ to meet goals
Commons committee told number of population based on threshold of 300 ppm of lead in soil
Washington takes similar line to Russia and China as UN talks head towards conclusion without a deal
Environmental claims come under scrutiny, including the benefits of offsetting emissions from flying
Global carriers ask Brussels to weaken landmark plans to require monitoring and disclosure of all emissions
Noisy movement highlights how scheme has become a key battleground for Tories and Labour ahead of the local elections
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