Environment news

A van driver who denied he had flytipped waste found behind his parked vehicle is facing a legal bill of more than £800.

A week of action will take place in County Durham this month as we continue to crackdown on empty homes.

Reducing carbon emissions and saving millions of pounds a year has earned us the title of super energy savers.

A household waste recycling centre (HWRC) is to close for three days next month to allow for essential maintenance work.

A newly established green group is already making an impact in its area thanks to additional funding.

Environmental works have left a County Durham Cemetery cleaner, greener and more welcoming for visitors.

Failing to pay fixed penalties for ignoring requests to clear waste has left seven people a combined £5,000 worse off and with criminal convictions.

Pupils from six Durham schools are hoping their city-centre kitchen gardens will win over both restaurant customers and horticultural judges.

County Durham businesses will be able to access support to reduce their carbon footprint and save money thanks to a £1.5 million funding pot.

Changes to council tax charges in County Durham are being considered as a way of helping to bring long-term empty homes back into use.

A service which works with young people and helps prevent them from re-offending has been commended for including children and young people in its decision making.

Durham City is hoping for victory after a visit from the judges of a national horticulture competition.

A popular wildflower planting scheme is once again bringing a burst of colour to roadsides across County Durham.

Nominations for a prestigious green awards which are in their 30th year can still be made following an extension of the deadline.