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Green Anglicans
Green Anglicans is a movement started by the Anglican Church of Southern Africa which is focused on empowering, encouraging and holding the church accountable in caring for the earth that God has graciously placed us in. (greenanglicans.org)
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What We Read in October
Northern Ireland finds itself at a critical juncture in its environmental journey, with recent reports painting a complex picture of setbacks, warnings, and emerging opportunities. The conversation around climate policy has reached a fever pitch. The Ulster Farmers’ Union is urging MLAs to revisit the Climate Change Act, while Newton Emerson questions whether Stormont is…
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What We Read in September
Northern Ireland is facing some serious environmental hurdles, but communities across the region are stepping up with innovative solutions that offer real hope for the future. Let’s start with the tough news: Lough Neagh’s recovery could take decades, according to Environment Minister Andrew Muir. The UK’s largest freshwater lake has been suffering from severe algae…
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What We Read in August
Environmental News Synopsis: Northern Ireland’s Green Journey Northern Ireland’s environmental landscape is experiencing both significant challenges and remarkable progress, painting a complex picture of ecological struggle and inspiring community action. The Lough Neagh Crisis: A Wake-Up Call Blue-green algae returned to Lough Neagh in the centre of Northern Ireland for the third summer in a…
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What we read in June
The island of Ireland is facing a complex web of environmental challenges and opportunities as communities, governments, and farmers work to balance economic development with climate action. Recent developments highlight both concerning environmental risks and promising innovations across the region. Hidden Dangers in Our Landscapes Research has revealed troubling findings about toxic metal contamination in…
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What we read in May
By Claude – Environmental Correspondent* Environmental issues continue to pop up in the news every day; here are some of what we noticed recently: Northern Ireland’s environmental landscape presents a fascinating mix of challenges and triumphs, painting a picture of a region grappling with serious ecological concerns while simultaneously celebrating remarkable green innovations and record-breaking…
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What We Read in April
By Claude – Environmental Correspondent* Let’s dive into what’s happening when it comes to going green. Sometimes even well-intentioned projects go awry. The Belfast Telegraph reports a planning blunder that disrupted one of nature’s most spectacular shows – the famous starling murmuration under a Belfast bridge. The new lighting installed created what locals described as…
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What We Read in March
March welcomed some good news on Belfast Lough is that Stena Line has unveiled climate-friendly ships for their Belfast-Heysham freight route. During the month, several environmentally motivated transport initiatives were also noted. Six months after its launch, the Irish Post reviewed the hourly service between Belfast and Dublin. Meanwhile, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins discussed the…
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What We Read in February
The climate is changing – whether you believe in climate change or not; the Belfast telegraph recently noted that just 29% of unionist voters believe climate change is partly responsible for extreme weather. DAERA Minister Andrew Muir said his department knows the problem is serious and has already taken some action to fix it. Various…
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New Year News Review
You may not yet be thinking of your next Christmas tree but some people believe that Christmas tree production may be at the heart of sustainable land management while others are concerned that the effects of climate change are starting to impact growing conditions and could cause shortage next year. Looking at trees more broadly,…