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How councils are innovating to deliver more solar
Mid Suffolk District Council leader Andy Mellen argues that when it comes to solar energy, the principle should be simple: rooftops before rural.
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How floating solar panels will power Ipswich's pioneering nursery
A 750kWp floating solar installation spanning 3,500 square metres is being built at Bramford to supply 20% of the energy needs at Suffolk Fresh's semi-closed hydroponic glasshouse, demonstrating how renewable technology can support sustainable food production.
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White foam on River Gipping prompts Environment Agency probe
The Environment Agency is investigating after white foam appeared on the River Gipping between Needham Market and Sproughton over the weekend, spreading downstream into Ipswich. It comes as Anglian Water announces its ‘Excellent’ ratings for bathing waters in Suffolk.
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Anglian Water opens £5.8m environmental grants fund
Charities, community groups, schools and environmental organisations in Suffolk and across the East of England can now apply for grants of up to £100,000 from Anglian Water's new Thriving Communities Fund.
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Suffolk rivers under the spotlight at Ipswich talk this week
An expert from Suffolk Wildlife Trust will explain the state of Suffolk's rivers and what can be done to protect them at a public talk in Ipswich on Wednesday, 24 September.
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Extinction Rebellion protesters target AXA Ipswich offices over climate claims
Thirteen environmental activists delivered a letter to AXA's Civic Drive offices on Monday morning, 15 September, as part of a global campaign targeting insurance companies over their alleged role in enabling fossil fuel expansion and arms profiteering.
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How Suffolk plans to tackle nature decline affecting a third of species since 1970
Suffolk's new nature recovery strategy aims to address a biodiversity crisis that has seen species abundance fall by 32% in England since 1970, with ambitious plans to restore habitats across nearly a third of the county's land.
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How sunshine data reveals untapped solar energy opportunity across Suffolk
Government mapping using 2023 climate data identifies areas where solar panel investment could deliver maximum energy returns, with several Suffolk locations highlighted.
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Anglian Water to pay £62.8m over wastewater failures
Anglian Water has agreed to fund environmental and community initiatives across the East of England following Ofwat's investigation into sewage treatment works.
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Three Ipswich parks retain prestigious Green Flag Awards
Bourne, Christchurch and Holywells Parks have again achieved Green Flag status, marking a combined 40 years of award-winning recognition for the town's green spaces.
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Local kids lead fight against Ipswich littering problem
Children as young as seven are taking a stand against littering with eye-catching poster designs now appearing across the town.
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Solar panels to become standard as Ipswich installations rise
Government plans to mandate solar on new builds come as provisional figures show Ipswich had 2,540 domestic solar installations in March 2025, up from 2,455 in December 2024.