Mission to Rescue Bath Pond That Dried Up Last Summer Sunday, May 10, 2026 bath pond climate water sustainability drought council restoration environment park A cherished pond in Royal Victoria Park, Bath, which temporarily dried up during last summer’s intense heatwave, is set to be restored with a new permanent water supply. The pond dried out in July after a prolonged 30°C … Read More
Warning Raised Over AI’s Environmental Impact Amid Somerset Data Centre Developments Thursday, April 30, 2026 ai somerset datacentre environment infrastructure energy planning innovation climate technology As plans progress for a new data centre near the M5 in Somerset, local officials have issued warnings about the potential environmental impact of artificial intelligence infrastructure. The Department of Science, Innovation … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Environmental Impact of AI as Somerset Data Centre Plans Progress Thursday, April 30, 2026 ai somerset datacentre environment infrastructure bridgwater energy planning technology climate Somerset is poised to become a significant hub for artificial intelligence development, with the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) designating the Bridgwater area as a “high-potential AI growth … Read More
Exact Day Somerset Will Enjoy 22°C Sunshine During Half Term Monday, April 6, 2026 somerset weather temperature metoffice halfterm stormdave spring sunshine forecast climate Somerset is set to experience a brief surge in temperatures this week, with highs reaching a pleasant 22°C ahead of the Half Term break. According to the Met Office, much of the region, including key towns such as Taunton and … Read More
Mayor Urged to Oppose Controversial Bristol Airport Expansion Tuesday, March 31, 2026 bristol airport expansion campaigners planning infrastructure climate transportation weca opposition sport Campaigners are urging the West of England Mayor to oppose Bristol Airport’s plans to expand its capacity to 15 million passengers per year. The airport has applied for permission to increase annual flights to 100,000, but … Read More
Campaigners Urge More Permanent Flood Pumps on Somerset Levels Monday, March 30, 2026 somerset flooding pumping environment infrastructure flooddefense sustainability community drainage climate Somerset’s internal drainage boards are intensifying efforts to persuade the Environment Agency (EA) to install more permanent pumps across the Somerset Levels. This push comes in response to the severe flooding … Read More