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The UK government has withdrawn support for the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields, following a Supreme Court ruling that mandates consideration of emissions from burning fossil fuels in environmental assessments. This decision has been welcomed by climate action groups, although drilling licenses remain intact. The Labour government aims to transition to greener energy sources.
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Greenpeace activists blocked Unilever's London headquarters, demanding the company phase out single-use plastics. This protest highlights growing tensions between environmental groups and corporations over plastic pollution, particularly regarding Unilever's use of plastic sachets, which are difficult to recycle.
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Ed Miliband, the UK Energy Secretary, has called for a national debate on accelerating the rollout of renewable energy infrastructure, emphasizing its importance for national security and economic justice. The Labour government aims for a clean power system by 2030, having already lifted restrictions on onshore wind and solar projects.
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The Biden administration has filed to restore federal protections for gray wolves, aiming to resume hunting in the Great Lakes region after a court-ordered halt. This move follows years of political conflict over wolf management and population recovery efforts across the U.S.