environment
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ExxonMobil tried to censor climate scientists to Congress during Bush eraExclusive: 2001 intervention adds to evidence that oil company was aware of the science and its implications for government policy and the energy industry -
Global clean energy employment rose 5% in 2015, figures showMore than 8 million people were employed worldwide in the renewable energy sector last year as rapidly falling costs drove growth in the industry
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Anti-fracking camps planned in Yorkshire and LancashireCampaigners fear more sites will get green light after decision to let Third Energy carry out test drilling in Kirby Misperton -
Do you know your endangered species? – videoThe World Wildlife Foundation surveyed 2000 UK adults about their knowledge of endangered species
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Indonesian birds face extinction due to pet trade – studyIndonesia’s national bird, the Javan hawk-eagle, is among 13 species threatened by illegal trade, warns a wildlife watchdog
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Universities of Newcastle and Southampton join fossil fuel divestment pushBusinessGreen: Newcastle University latest to announce it will pursue investment decisions that are compatible with its sustainability values
talking points
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Fracking wins battle in Yorkshire but not the warDamian Carrington: For those backing fracking, the approval of exploration plans at Kirby Misperton is a vital victory, but they are fighting growing public opposition
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Why British environmentalists should vote for BrexitMichael Liebreich: From phasing out coal to creating nature reserves, it is the EU which should be taking lectures from the UK, not the other way round
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analysis
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Carbon dioxide's 400ppm milestone shows humans are rewriting the planet's historyLevels of CO2 are pushing beyond 400 parts per million in the atmosphere. The last time they were there, 15 million years ago, the world was very different
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With women at the top, UN climate body has chance for real changeClimate Home: Women now hold six of the most influential positions at global climate talks, but can they make a difference on the ground?
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key issues
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WildlifeWildlifeDo you know your endangered species? – videoThe World Wildlife Foundation surveyed 2000 UK adults about their knowledge of endangered species
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Climate changeClimate changeHazelwood power station may be closed or sold off, French owner saysEngie tells French Senate committee that it plans to withdraw from coal-fired power generation and is looking at possible shutdown of Victorian power station
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PollutionPollution95% of British beaches clean enough to swim, EU tests showRemain supporters point to latest water quality tests as an example of how EU membership has spurred a dramatic clean up of UK beaches
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FoodFoodUN expert calls for tax on meat productionPeople could be deterred from eating meat by increasing its price further up the supply chain, stemming rise in consumption and environmental damage
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Ethical and green livingEthical and green livingDrink pea milk and save the world: but what if the peas are shipped from France?Ripple claims its non-dairy milk made from yellow split peas is more eco-friendly than its competitors – despite the main ingredient being shipped from overseas
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Together we can end wildlife crimePaula Kahumbu: A global alliance to end wildlife crime is within reach. Let’s start talking about how it can be made to work
UN expert calls for tax on meat production