Westcountry weather & environment
Litter spoils region's beautiful beaches
The amount of plastic littering Westcountry beaches is at its highest level since records began, a survey warns.
New marine nature reserves planned
The Government has published plans for a new network of marine conservation zones around Britain’s coast.
Cornwall's Wave Hub delayed
The start-up of Wave Hub, the world's first large-scale wave farm off the coast of north Cornwall, has been delayed.
Cornish site makes "eco-town" shortlist
A site in the Westcountry has been shortlisted to become an environmentally-friendly "eco-town".
Napoli removal to start in May
Work to remove the remaining section of MSC Napoli from Lyme Bay will start in early May, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency has announced.
£3m Defra grant for bioheat projects
The South West has been awarded £3m to invest in a range of bioheat projects, putting the region at the forefront of this emerging renewable energy sector.
Fullabrook Down set for wind farm
The proposal to build the biggest wind farm in England has been given the go ahead, but not everyone is happy.
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Natural wonders feel the heat
Some of the world's greatest natural wonders face destruction if the climate continues to warm at the current rate, a WWF study has warned.
Third of Europe's dirtiest power stations in the UK
A third of Europe's most climate polluting power stations are in the UK, a new report from the WWF has found.
Bleak outlook for world's mountains
By the end of the 21st century, the South American Andes will have less than half their current winter snowpack, a study has suggested.
High pollution levels double stroke risk
High hourly levels of air pollution more than double the risk of one type of stroke, according to a Japanese report.
Livingstone unveils climate change plans
London Mayor Ken Livingstone has called on all Londoners and businesses to join forces in the battle against climate change.
Devon town bins plastic bags
The south Devon town of Modbury has become the first plastic-bag-free place in the UK.
Companies commit to saving climate
Twelve major corporations are on course to eliminate at least ten million tons of carbon emissions annually by 2010.
Europe's summers 'to become hotter'
Heatwaves in Europe are likely to become much hotter and much more frequent during the course of this century, a study suggests.
Weather linked to crime type
There is a clear link between the weather and the number and types of crimes that are taking place in the Netherlands, a study says.
Elderly, diabetics more susceptible to heat
Public health officials should pay particular attention to the elderly, diabetics and African Americans on days with extreme heat, a US study has warned.
Tissue firms given warning over environment
Major tissue and toilet paper manufacturers are failing to sell environmentally friendly products, conservationists have warned.
Increased flooding risk for UK
Extreme rainfall events have become more frequent and intense over a 40-year period in many parts of the UK, research shows.
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