Applications open for new bioeconomy investment group

The European Commission has launched a call for expressions of Interest to participate in the European Bioeconomy Investment Deployment Group, a new platform designed to accelerate funding for sustainable, bio-based innovation.  With a mission to bridge financing gaps, scale up bankable projects, and unlock blended finance solutions, the group will bring together public and private…

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Minister visits exemplar environmentally sustainable dairy farm

Date published: 8 May 2026 DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has highlighted how practical, farmer led innovation partnerships can help Northern Ireland farms reduce emissions while remaining productive and profitable, during a visit to an environmentally sustainable dairy farm. During the visit to Hugh Harbison’s farm in Aghadowey, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir welcomed the collaboration taking place between farmers, agri-food…

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Our cities are choked by cars – here’s how experts would fix them | Travel and transport

1. Expand and improve public transport The shift from fuel-burning cars to electric ones greatly reduces planet-heating pollution but does not make streets safer. For that, people need reliable options for getting around. “Making sure public transport can meet the mobility needs of residents is step one,” says Alissa Kendall, the director of the Institute…

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Scientists embark on 1,200km ‘megatransect’ of Patagonian kelp forests. What they find could be crucial

Scuba-diving scientists have began on an ambitious underwater survey of one of the largest intact kelp forests on the planet to discover the biodiversity that exists there. The Patagonia Megatransect will span 1,200km, from the Gulf of Corcovado to Cape Horn off the coast of Chilean Patagonia, home to previously undocumented biological riches.  The giant…

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Wigan Borough residents urged to sort batteries and vapes correctly to help prevent fires at recycling centres

FCC Environment is reminding residents across Wigan Borough to take extra care when disposing of batteries, vapes and disposable BBQs, as warmer weather increases the risk of fires at recycling centres. Items containing batteries – including lithium batteries hidden inside vapes, small electricals and toys – are one of the leading causes of fires within…

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