Climate SolutionsBarcelona's urgent search for water after floodsAs climate change makes rainfall more intense and infrequent, Catalan authorities are battling to provide security and drinking water to millions.See moreGreen TechElectric buses withdrawn over 'technical failures'Buses from across the UK were reallocated to cover routes in Scotland while manufacturer repairs are made.8 Jan 2025Glasgow & West ScotlandFirst passengers on city's electric-powered buses The new buses run on the E1, E2 and E6 routes between Wearside and South Shields.6 Jan 2025WearThe controversial ocean device that eats CO2Equatic is among a wave of start-ups exploring how the ocean could be harnessed to capture and store carbon. 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Now there's a race to solve it.12 Jan 2024Climate solutions'It's like being in a farm from outer space'Tech-loving traveller Paul Carter visits a new kind of farm - one that has to be accessed via an airlock.12 Dec 2023Climate solutionsJapan's testbed for future sustainabilityHow a project near Fukushima has become a lab for demonstrating sustainable ideas for Japan and the wider world.12 Dec 2023Climate solutionsHow to ship solar power from sea to shoreOne company is developing a new way of transferring energy from sea to shore, and it's all powered by the wind.12 Dec 2023Climate solutionsSouth Africa's all-female ranger squadA day in the life of the Black Mambas.16 Nov 2023Climate solutionsThe foods that can turn back the climate clockTo sustain an ever growing global population, we need to produce more food.9 Nov 2023Climate solutionsA unique initiative to save Mexico’s coral reefA Mexican community has found an unusual way to protect their coral reef.9 Nov 2023Climate solutionsCork: Is this nature's most versatile material?As well as being a superb wine stopper, cork is a unique and versatile material.9 Nov 2023Climate solutionsLatest stories3 days agoBelfast Giants fans say £1 reusable cup charge is unfairThe arena said the charge was needed to pay for transporting the cups to a special washing facility.3 days agoNorthern Ireland5 days agoWhich protein is most climate-friendly?Finding protein-rich foods that are good for the climate can be complex. 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