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London rivers set for 5 year £1.8bn clean up operation
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London rivers set for 5 year £1.8bn clean up operation

The capital is home to some of Britain’s most polluted bodies of water. Mayor Sadiq Khan is now forming a coalition to deal with the issue.

Is ‘forever chemicals killer’ a gamechanger?
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Is ‘forever chemicals killer’ a gamechanger?
New electrochemical oxidation reactors could help remove some of the deadliest and most stubborn pollutants. 
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Lincolnshire, Norfolk sound alarm for plastic pellets following Yorkshire tanker crash
Conservationists and campaigners have warned about elevated threats to birds and other wildlife as pollution
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Microplastics prevent photosynthesis in latest evidence of mounting crisis
A landmark investigation into the spread of synthetic particles has identified a serious threat to
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Can BrandSense help water companies communicate with the public
The free tool aims to help boost ‘brand health’ of water suppliers in Britain following
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Lead pollution directly linked to infant mortality
Despite centuries of agreement on the health risks from the metal, few researchers have analysed
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Milton Keynes council under fire for proposed recycling move
The authority wants to close three sites and open new facilities, but locals say this
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Societal lead poisoning, rural grouse hunting and the fall of Rome
Toxicity in the atmosphere of the ancient empire would have been high enough to kill
Anxiety linked to water pollution through pets and medication
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Anxiety linked to water pollution through pets and medication

Changes in the behaviour of fish are linked to prescription drugs, while flea treatment for cats and dogs has been identified in coastal waters.

Toxic metals contaminate one-fifth of global farmland
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Toxic metals contaminate one-fifth of global farmland
A new study has revealed the extent of the threat to food security, human health
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Overpacked: Easter excess bites into Britain’s Bank Holiday fun
Waste spikes following festivities, with many households failing to sort rubbish correctly. Now the aluminum
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Pesticide National Action Plan 2025 leaves questions for farmers
We’ve been here before: lack of detail on reduction pathway, economic impact and conflicting policy
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London rivers set for 5 year £1.8bn clean up operation
The capital is home to some of Britain’s most polluted bodies of water. Mayor Sadiq
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Is ‘forever chemicals killer’ a gamechanger?
New electrochemical oxidation reactors could help remove some of the deadliest and most stubborn pollutants. 
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Lincolnshire, Norfolk sound alarm for plastic pellets following Yorkshire tanker crash
Conservationists and campaigners have warned about elevated threats to birds and other wildlife as pollution
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Microplastics prevent photosynthesis in latest evidence of mounting crisis
A landmark investigation into the spread of synthetic particles has identified a serious threat to
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£1.34m for low carbon fertiliser development to help UK cereal farmers
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£1.34m for low carbon fertiliser development to help UK cereal farmers
The project is being funded by Defra’s Farming Innovation Programme, will complete in 2029, and
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Dynamic digital product passports pegged as food waste solution
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Dynamic digital product passports pegged as food waste solution
The EU introduced mandatory legislation in 2027, but there are limitations to the proposed system.
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EBIS-HSE announces virtual waste management training opportunities
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EBIS-HSE announces virtual waste management training opportunities
The up-skilling specialist has confirmed five dates for its single day modules.  Two individual courses
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Plastic Waste Coalition report shows AI is key to packaging circularity
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Plastic Waste Coalition report shows AI is key to packaging circularity
Despite its obvious impact on the environment, artificial intelligence can unlock a more efficient reuse
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Ofwat offers £7.5m for water innovations as government announces supplier ‘MOTs’
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Ofwat offers £7.5m for water innovations as government announces supplier ‘MOTs’
Surprise inspections, regular performance and process check-ups, and compulsory efficiency labels on appliances represent a
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Leeds City Council inks coffee pod recycling deal
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Leeds City Council inks coffee pod recycling deal
The Yorkshire authority will work with Podback to roll out a new scheme at household
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Local authority sees 80% cost savings through wastewater contract
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Local authority sees 80% cost savings through wastewater contract
Derby City Council has extended an agreement spanning 28 years, renewing operational responsibilities for its
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Mountain herb based textile ‘DNA verification’ is closing recycling credibility gap
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Mountain herb based textile ‘DNA verification’ is closing recycling credibility gap
A unique marker applied directly to industrial and consumer waste clothing provides irrefutable proof of
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