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The largest woodland conservation charity in the UK is turning to technology to help in the planting of thousands of trees. In a pioneering effort in south-west England, the Woodland Trust is utilizing drones to scatter 75,000 seeds across the Bodmin landscape in Cornwall, marking one of the largest initiatives of its kind using native… Continue reading Drone tree-seeding trial could ‘revolutionise’ the expansion of rainforests say exponents

In 2021, Helen Ilus, a graphic designer, introduced the Greenground Map, a unique take on London’s interconnected parks and nature spots, inspired by Harry Beck’s iconic tube map. Rather than focusing on tube stations, the map highlighted the city’s green spaces such as forests, cemeteries, parks, and waterways. Recently, Ilus unveiled a cycling edition of… Continue reading New free London Underground map helps cyclists to discover the city’s green spaces 

f__content”> Art project highlights human impact on biodiversity A fusion of art and science is helping to draw attention to the global biodiversity crisis. An exhibition called Figures in Extinction 1.0 is based on the findings of Dutch marine biologist and oceanographer Dr Marcel G J Stive. Using data gathered over 40 years, Stive has… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

At the Southbank Centre in London, a unique adventure playground has opened for the summer, showcasing art made entirely from repurposed waste materials. Replay, created by Hull-based Herd Theatre, is a space where discarded items are given a new life. Ruby Thompson from Herd mentioned, “We reached out to theatres, events companies, factories, and businesses… Continue reading Rubbish repurposed – for fun. Unique playground reopens in London


The winners of the 2025 Tune into Nature Music Prize, a national music competition celebrating nature and inspiring hope, have been announced. Founded by Prof. Miles Richardson from the University of Derby, this unique competition aims to promote a stronger relationship with nature among young musicians aged 18-30. The competition welcomed entries from unsigned musicians… Continue reading Winners of inaugural nature music prize announced

fault.jpg” data-fancybox=”gallery” data-caption=””> The signs are listed in a dedicated online glossary and the team is keen for others to use them, including in mainstream media. “It answers the question of how you discuss science, how you discuss climate change or any complex issue inclusively,” says Cameron. “It’s really important that deaf people have access… Continue reading All hands on deck: rewilding British Sign Language

In the current era, Europe’s train network is experiencing a revival, prompting a surge in interest among travelers. One term, in particular, stands out: tågskryt, which translates to ‘train bragging’ in Swedish. This trend reflects a growing pride in embarking on long-distance rail journeys, especially in an age where environmental consciousness is paramount. As Christian… Continue reading Riding the rail revival: how holidays by train are drawing the discerning traveller

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s of wrongful imprisonment, and she continues to campaign for criminal justice reform. “To this day, I feel like I’m one voice against a chorus,” Knox reflects, “but I’m learning that my voice does matter. It is meaningful to me, and it can connect with others, giving them hope.” The story of Amanda Knox showcases… Continue reading ‘I created my own freedom’: Amanda Knox on resilience, courage and the capacity to forgive

hoto: Chris Watt) – Thrive replaced old 300KW turbines with new 2MW versions, boosting output by seven times Read the full article on Positive News here: Read More