Valuing and investing in biodiversity internationally for national security at home
Our fifth COP17 blog post explains why international support for nature has benefits at home as well as abroad.
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Tracking funding for nature: the 2026 Biodiversity Finance Trends Dashboard
In the fourth of our blog posts about the 17th UN Biodiversity Conference, Hasan tells us about the 2026 Biodiversity Finance Trends Dashboard.
Defra launches new research in the Amazon, Congo and Coral Triangle
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Dan McGonigle, Posted on:
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Climate change, Nature, Research and data analysis, Science
In the first of our blog posts on the 17th UN Biodiversity Conference, Dan McGonigle tells us about new research that will help shape practical action for nature.
Species Survival Fund – delivering remarkable progress for nature across England
When I last wrote about the Species Survival Fund in 2024, we had just announced the 20 projects that would receive a share of £25million to help halt and reverse the decline in species abundance by preserving vital habitats. Two …
Nature Restoration Fund: turning national ambition into practical action in Norfolk
The launch of the first Environmental Delivery Plan consultation by Natural England is about more than a new process. It is the first opportunity to test, in a real place and with the people who know it best, a new …
The countryside that shaped me – and why it matters to us all
This post has been written by one of the members of the Environment Blog team. We wish to share some of our own experiences with nature to encourage you to get outside and explore your local environment. Please feel free …
Biodiversity Net Gain for major infrastructure projects – new guidance
From 2 November 2026, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) will become mandatory for new nationally significant infrastructure project (NSIP) applications in England. Bringing BNG into the NSIP system is an important next step for nature. It will ensure that much needed major infrastructure …
The secret life of a suburban garden visitor
In this post learn more about hedgehogs and how you can help them.
Shape the future: apply now for the Youth Climate and Nature Panel
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Environment blog team, Posted on:
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30by30, Climate change, Environmental Improvement Plan, Farming, Land use, Nature, Wildlife
The decisions we take now to address climate change and restore nature will define the country that today’s young people will inherit. We want the next generation to inherit solutions, not challenges. Today’s young people are already helping to develop solutions – in their schools, communities, workplaces and families and bring different experiences, …
Building a more resilient UK: our investment in climate adaptation
Across the UK, we are already seeing its impacts through hotter summers, more intense rainfall, flooding, drought, pressure on water resources, and disruption to services and infrastructure. That’s why today, as part of the Climate and Nature moment, we've announced that the Government is investing up to £30 million to strengthen the evidence base needed for climate …