A former landfill site at Brogborough in Bedfordshire is being turned into a solar farm that will generate power from its own methane as well as sunlight. The project is expected to supply enough electricity for about 10,500 homes and nearby Cranfield University once it is switched on in spring 2027.
A rare sea aster mining bee, usually found on England's south and east coasts, has been spotted for the first time at Steart Marshes in Somerset. The discovery is being linked to saltmarsh restoration work at the nature reserve, which has helped create a welcoming home for the newcomer.
Volunteers are being invited to help plant trees at Williams Brotherhood Park in Stockton. The effort is part of a drive to make the town greener.
Volunteers in Rochester are taking part in community cleanups to help protect the local waterways.
