Stunning Frigatebird Eclipse Photo Wins Top Prize; London's Air Pollution Drops, UK Bans Fracking
A stunning image of a frigatebird against a solar eclipse has won the top prize in the world's largest bird photography competition. Meanwhile, London's air pollution has dropped within legal limits, and the UK has announced a ban on fracking. In other news, a historic Indigenous woman has received a posthumous degree from the University of Oxford.
The grand prize in the Bird Photographer of the Year contest went to Spanish photographer Jon Juárez for his captivating image of a frigatebird silhouetted against a total solar eclipse. The shot showcases the bird's elegant form against the dramatic backdrop.
In a significant environmental victory, air pollution in London fell to within legal limits for the first time in 2024. The remarkable turnaround in the city's air quality is a testament to the effectiveness of clean air policies.
The UK government has taken a stand against fracking, announcing plans to permanently ban the controversial method of gas extraction from shale rock. This decision follows growing public concern over the environmental impact of fracking.
Mākereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate almost a century after her death. Her groundbreaking achievement is now officially recognised.
Public money flowing to international fossil fuel projects has plummeted by 78% in countries that have signed up to the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP). This significant drop reflects a global shift towards cleaner energy sources.
A new study has revealed that the average size of tree trunks in the Amazon has increased over recent decades. This growth is attributed to increased levels of CO2 in the atmosphere, which has boosted tree growth in the rainforest.
An underwater shot of an Atlantic sturgeon swimming freely in Sweden won the Rewilding Europe Award. The image celebrates the successful reintroduction of the fish as part of a nature recovery project.
Ecuador has announced plans to enact laws to suspend fracking, joining other countries in taking steps to protect its environment. This decision comes as part of a global trend towards cleaner energy and reduced emissions.
An analysis by the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) shows that global emissions growth has slowed dramatically since the Paris agreement was signed. This positive trend indicates that international efforts to combat climate change are having an impact.
These developments highlight a range of environmental successes, from the recognition of historic achievements to significant improvements in air quality and the adoption of cleaner energy sources. As the world continues to grapple with climate change, these positive steps offer hope for a more sustainable future.
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