Environment news

A strategy which will help determine future planning applications for quarrying and waste management facilities in County Durham is out for consultation.

A former County Durham coal mine could be used to grow food and support local businesses in Horden.

Pupils in County Durham have joined schools across the globe during COP27 to pledge to protect the environment.

Work to enhance a County Durham neighbourhood and address anti-social behaviour is underway.

A County Durham wood has been declared a Local Nature Reserve, helping to secure its future and use for generations to come.

Work is underway to remove debris from the main weir in Durham City.

Currently less than half of materials able to be recycled are recycled, warns a North East council as it encourages residents to be mindful when placing items in their bins.

A County Durham man has been ordered to pay over £800 for dumping waste in a lane behind his home.

Residents in County Durham are being reminded of what rubbish goes in which bin as part of Recycle Week.

Two men from County Durham have been ordered to pay more than £2,500 between them for failing to assist in separate fly-tipping investigations.

People in Wheatley Hill can share their thoughts on how to enhance their community from next week.

A city, towns and villages are celebrating after winning honours in a regional contest which recognises areas being kept colourful and inviting to residents and visitors alike.

County Durham will be one of nine areas to benefit from a £20 million scheme to improve electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure.

The largest local authority in the North East is celebrating rounds of success after being recognised three times for its work to tackle climate change.

Durham City's riverbank has been spruced up as part of an annual project to keep the city tidy.

The largest local authority in the North East has reviewed its climate change targets to produce an even more ambitious plan to achieve net zero in less than a decade.

A new set of ambitious climate targets are to be discussed by councillors, as we prepare to outline our next steps to achieving net zero.

A County Durham man has been ordered to pay over £800 after he was caught throwing rubbish over his neighbour's wall.

Residents in County Durham can now hire an electric vehicle for the day, as part of a new car club service.

A County Durham wildlife park has been recognised for its commitment to the local environment.