Beavers are the secret weapon in the UK’s flood defences
After a 400-year hiatus, the Eurasian beaver has been reintroduced in London, boosting climate resilience.
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The best Spotlight policy comment of 2023
Mayors, MPs and trade union firebrands – here’s some of our top pieces from the year.
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When oil and gas infrastructure becomes obsolete
Stranded fossil fuel assets pose a risk for the economy.
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Poll shows nature could prove vital to winning swing voters
Exclusive research shared with Spotlight shows that robust biodiversity policies could be crucial at the next election.
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The “deeply concerning” climate impacts of hydrogen leaks
Corporate lobbyists argue that this energy-dense gas is the missing link in net zero, but new science reveals otherwise.
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High drama and compromise: is the final Cop28 text another cop-out?
The climate summit’s final agreement commits to an energy transition away from fossil fuels – but not everyone is convinced.
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The Research Brief: Extreme weather could bankrupt the UK in 100 years
Your weekly dose of policy thinking.
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Why South Yorkshire needed a citizens’ assembly for net zero
Oliver Coppard, the regional mayor, on his new approach to formulating climate policy.
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